If you’ve been holding off on a hardware upgrade or wondering why your latest quote for servers or networking gear feels higher than usual, you’re not imagining things. Recent updates to U.S. tariff policies and federal cybersecurity regulations are beginning to hit small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) where it counts: in the IT budget and risk profile. At Boston Managed IT, we stay ahead of these shifts so you don’t have to. Here’s a breakdown of what’s happening, who’s affected, and how your organization can adapt without compromising performance or security. 💸 Rising Costs from Tariffs on Tech Hardware The U.S. government has reaffirmed and expanded tariffs on imported tech goods from countries like China. This includes vital components—servers, laptops, networking gear, even the metals inside them. As a result, the cost of IT infrastructure is going up fast. What this means for your business: Delayed hardware upgrades due to higher costs Extended use of legacy equipment, increasing vulnerability How we help:We leverage our vendor…