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The Cost of IT Outsourcing in 2025: How to Budget and Tell if You’re Paying Too Much
Comparing prices is the first thing on a business’s agenda when selecting an outsourced service. However, when it comes to the cost of IT outsourcing, there are a number of factors that can alter the terms and quality of a provider’s offering…
Why You Need a Houston Cybersecurity Provider
At Aldridge, we understand the critical importance of safeguarding your business from cyber threats. Located right here in Houston, we are uniquely positioned to meet the cybersecurity needs of Houston businesses. Here’s why having a local cybersecurity provider is...
Our Cybersecurity Strategy Model for Executives
Developing a strong cybersecurity strategy requires that you know where you are today, where you want to be, and how to bridge that gap. Our Cybersecurity Strategy Model for Executives The Cybersecurity Strategy Model One effective approach to developing a...
Managed IT Services in Seattle: Find Your Best-Fit Provider
The rapid, worldwide shift to remote work has increased pressure on business leaders to optimize their operations, securely support a hybrid workforce, and get the most value from IT along the way. As a local business owner, it's crucial to have the right IT provider...
Microsoft Teams Voice 101: The Basics
Microsoft Business Voice, or more commonly referred to as Teams Voice, is an add-on for Microsoft Teams that transforms Teams into a complete VoIP phone system. Teams Voice is an excellent option for businesses already on Microsoft 365 and has standard phone...
[Virtual Workshop] M&A For MSPs: An Inside Look at Two Recent Deals
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyV6T1CktPY Aldridge, advised by M&A intermediary Cogent Growth Partners, recently acquired two MSPs, ENTRUST and Tarrant Tech. On Thursday, June 24th, the former owners of ENTRUST and Tarrant Tech joined Aldridge and Cogent to...
Next-Generation Antivirus: A New Standard of IT Security
Today's businesses need to know about the latest technology and how they can leverage these options for their organization's IT security solution. An example of a technology that has seen severe innovation lately is the antivirus. Traditional antivirus solutions are...
5 Disaster Recovery Plan Steps to Protect Your Business
When a disaster hits, 40 to 60% of small businesses never reopen. This year's forecast of an active hurricane season is prompting businesses to plan and prepare a hybrid workforce of remote and in-office staff so they are ready to react quickly, and as securely as...
M&A For MSPs: What You Need to Know If You Ever Want to Sell Your Business
https://youtu.be/5wIekhNIKUs Our panel of seasoned M&A experts discuss the basics of how to prepare your MSP for an acquisition and how a first-timer can navigate the M&A process. Here are some of the topics we'll be covering: Outlook on M&A activity for...
IT Security Checklist: Keep Your Business on Track
Cybercriminals are regularly targeting small businesses with ransomware and other types of cyberattacks. Smaller organizations make for an easy target because they often lack the security infrastructure (tools and processes) to defend themselves. These attacks can be...
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[Webinar] 2024 AI Update | Lessons Learned from Our AI Journey
Aldridge CIO, Chad Hiatt gives a candid update on our project to implement AI across our business. We’ve reached our first project milestone and things have not gone as we anticipated. We want to share our AI journey, warts and all, because we believe that everyone...
Understanding the Difference Between IT Audits and Assessments
IT audits and assessments often find themselves in the spotlight. However, their distinctions and specific roles in strengthening a company's technological backbone are frequently misunderstood. Understanding the Difference Between IT Audits and Assessments What’s...
The Value of a Fractional Security Consultant
Businesses face growing pressure to safeguard their operations, data, and reputation. Enter the fractional security consultant – a strategic asset offering specialized expertise without full–time commitment. The Value of a Fractional Security Consultant The Rise of...
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Introducing ChatGPT 4o
Just eight months after the launch of ChatGPT 3.5, OpenAI announced the latest model of ChatGPT: ChatGPT 4 omni or (4o), boasting twice the speed as the previous model for half the operating cost. Introducing ChatGPT 4o Twice the Speed One of the key improvements...
Why You Need a Houston Cybersecurity Provider
At Aldridge, we understand the critical importance of safeguarding your business from cyber threats. Located right here in Houston, we are uniquely positioned to meet the cybersecurity needs of Houston businesses. Here’s why having a local cybersecurity provider is...
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[Webinar] 2024 AI Update | Lessons Learned from Our AI Journey
Aldridge CIO, Chad Hiatt gives a candid update on our project to implement AI across our business. We’ve reached our first project milestone and things have not gone as we anticipated. We want to share our AI journey, warts and all, because we believe that everyone...
Understanding the Difference Between IT Audits and Assessments
IT audits and assessments often find themselves in the spotlight. However, their distinctions and specific roles in strengthening a company's technological backbone are frequently misunderstood. Understanding the Difference Between IT Audits and Assessments What’s...
The Value of a Fractional Security Consultant
Businesses face growing pressure to safeguard their operations, data, and reputation. Enter the fractional security consultant – a strategic asset offering specialized expertise without full–time commitment. The Value of a Fractional Security Consultant The Rise of...