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Unlocking Business Success: The Key Benefits of Partnering with an MSP

Photo by Karolina Grabowska on Pexels.com A successful business requires seamless IT operations, robust cybersecurity, and efficient network management. However, managing these crucial aspects internally can be overwhelming and costly. That's where a Managed Services IT company (MSP) like BMIT comes in, providing comprehensive solutions tailored to your business needs. In this blog post, we'll explore the key benefits of partnering with an MSP like BMIT and how it can unlock the door to your business's success. 1: Enhanced Cybersecurity for Ultimate Protection In today's digital landscape, cybersecurity threats are on the rise. Capital investment firms, vet clinics, non-profits, and SMBs are all potential targets. BMIT understands the importance of safeguarding your sensitive data and maintaining regulatory compliance. Our MSP services offer advanced cybersecurity solutions, including robust firewalls, real-time threat monitoring, proactive vulnerability assessments, and employee training programs. With BMIT by your side, you can rest assured that your business is protected against evolving cyber threats, ensuring business continuity and peace of mind. 2: Streamlined…
Nicholas Salem
June 13, 2023
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What to Include in a Year-end Technology Infrastructure Review

When the year is coming to a close, it’s the perfect time to plan for the future. Most businesses begin the year with the hope of growing and improving operations. Much of how a business operates depends on technology. So, it makes sense to look to your IT for areas of optimization.A year-end technology review provides an opportunity to look at several areas of your IT. The goal is to take time to focus on improvements you can make to boost your bottom line. As well as what tactics to take to reduce the risk of a costly cyberattack.A recent study by Deloitte looked at digitally advanced small businesses. Small businesses that make smart use of technology are well ahead of their peers. Here are some of the ways they excel:Earn 2x more revenue per employeeExperience year-over-year revenue growth nearly 4x as highHad an average employee growth rate over 6x as highThe bottom line is that companies that use technology well, do better. They are…
Nicholas Salem
December 31, 2022
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IT Trends for small business in 2023

Photo by Engin Akyurt on Pexels.com As a small business owner, it's important to stay up-to-date on the latest IT trends and technologies to ensure that your business is running efficiently and effectively. Here are some key IT needs that small business should consider in 2023: Cloud Computing: More and more businesses are turning to cloud-based solutions to store, process, and access data. This allows small businesses to reduce their IT infrastructure costs and improve collaboration among team members. Cybersecurity: Cyberattacks and data breaches are becoming increasingly common, making it essential for small businesses to invest in robust cybersecurity measures. This includes implementing strong passwords, using antivirus software, and training employees on best practices for online security. Mobile Technology: With the increasing use of smartphones and tablets for business purposes, it's important for small businesses to have a mobile-friendly website and to consider implementing mobile apps or software to improve productivity and communication. Internet of Things (IoT): The IoT refers to the interconnectedness of physical…
Nicholas Salem
December 28, 2022
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Checklist for Better Digital Offboarding of Employees

Digital footprints cover today's modern workplace. Employees begin making these the moment they're hired. They get a company email address and application logins. They may even update their LinkedIn page to connect to your company.When an employee leaves a company, there is a process that needs to happen. This is the process of “decoupling” the employee from the company’s technology assets. This digital offboarding is vital to cybersecurity.You don’t want a former employee to maliciously email all your customers from their work email. Sensitive files left on a former staffer’s computer could leak months later.20% of surveyed businesses have experienced a data breach connected to a former employee.Digital offboarding entails revoking privileges to company data, and much more. This is a critical process to go through for each former staff member to reduce risk.Below, we’ve provided a handy checklist to help you cover all your bases.Your Digital Offboarding ChecklistKnowledge TransferVast corporate knowledge can disappear when a person leaves an organization. It’s important to capture this…
Nicholas Salem
November 10, 2022
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6 Important IT Policies Any Size Company Should Implement

Many small businesses make the mistake of skipping policies. They feel that things don’t need to be so formal. They’ll just tell staff what’s expected when it comes up and think that’s good enough.But this way of thinking can cause issues for small and mid-sized business owners. Employees aren’t mind readers. Things that you think are obvious, might not be to them.Not having policies can also leave you in poor legal standing should a problem occur. Such as a lawsuit due to misuse of a company device or email account.Did you know that 77% of employees access their social media accounts while at work? Further, 19% of them average 1 full working hour a day spent on social media. In some cases, employees are ignoring a company policy. But in others, there is no specific policy for them to follow.IT policies are an important part of your IT security and technology management. So, no matter what size your business is, you should have them. We’ll…
Nicholas Salem
September 10, 2022
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6 Discontinued Technology Tools You Should Not Be Using Any Longer

One constant about technology is that it changes rapidly. Tools that were once staples, like Internet Explorer and Adobe Flash, age out. New tools replace those that are obsolete. Discontinued technology can leave computers and networks vulnerable to attacks.While older technology may still run fine on your systems that doesn’t mean that it’s okay to use. One of the biggest dangers of using outdated technology is that it can lead to a data breach.Outdated software and hardware no longer receive vital security updates. Updates often patch newly found and exploited system vulnerabilities. No security patches means a device is a sitting duck for a cybersecurity breach.Approximately 1 in 3 data breaches are due to unpatched system vulnerabilities.Another problem with using discontinued technology is that it can leave you behind. Your business can end up looking like you’re in the stone ages to your customers, and they can lose faith and trust.Important reasons to keep your technology updated to a supported version are:Reduce the risk of…
Nicholas Salem
September 5, 2022