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##  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

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##  [Three Considerations for Your Data Center Solution](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/three-considerations-for-your-data-center-solution)

  Wednesday, 23 April 2025

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

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If given the opportunity, would you rather manage a room full of big, bulky servers to maintain an in-house data network, or would you prefer to decentralize your infrastructure to make it more accessible, redundant, and secure? A data center can help you do just that, and it’s not nearly as difficult or as complicated as you might think to utilize one.

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##  [Start Strong: A Step-by-Step Guide to Building the Right IT Plan for Your Business](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content/start-strong-a-step-by-step-guide-to-building-the-right-it-plan-for-your-business)

  Tuesday, 22 April 2025

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Starting a new business is an exciting journey, but making the right technology choices is crucial for long-term success. A solid IT plan ensures smooth operations, security, and scalability. This month, we teach you some ways you can go about building one.

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##  [Why Ignoring IT Can Cost Your Business Big](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/why-ignoring-it-can-cost-your-business-big)

  Monday, 21 April 2025

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

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Think about running a small or medium-sized business. It's like trying to juggle a million things at once. You're super focused on keeping your customers happy, making sure your team is doing well, and, of course, making money. Among all of that, there is something that often gets overlooked: the technology that makes all of your efforts possible.

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##  [Stop Worrying About IT and Have Your Business Remain Secure and Productive](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/stop-worrying-about-it-and-have-your-business-remain-secure-and-productive)

  Friday, 18 April 2025

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

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Technology is the engine driving success in our community. From managing daily operations to engaging customers, reliable IT is no longer optional. Keeping that engine finely tuned—ensuring hardware, software, and networks are always up-to-date—presents a significant challenge. Technology evolves at lightning speeds, and managing it can feel like a constant, resource-draining battle, pulling you away from focusing on your core business.

Is your current IT setup empowering your growth, or is it quietly creating risks that could derail your progress? Many businesses operate with technology that feels "good enough," unaware of the hidden dangers lurking beneath the surface.

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##  [Three of the Best Reasons Why VoIP Should Be On Your Radar](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/three-of-the-best-reasons-why-voip-should-be-on-your-radar)

  Wednesday, 16 April 2025

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VoIP, or Voice over Internet Protocol, is great. It can be a pivotal tool to help you transform your business’ communications infrastructure, provided you implement it with intention. Today, we want to share three of the biggest benefits your business can expect to enjoy from switching to a VoIP solution.

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##  [Why You Should Consider Cloud Storage for Your SMB](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/why-you-should-consider-cloud-storage-for-your-smb)

  Monday, 14 April 2025

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

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Data storage is hardly the most interesting topic out there, but it’s one that your business needs to consider if it’s going to flourish in the modern era. The cloud offers you real benefits from traditional on-premises file storage, all while being cheaper and more efficient. Let’s take a look at three reasons you might consider cloud storage over in-house infrastructure for your company’s data storage needs.

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##  [Are You Ready to Mitigate Any Potential Data Loss? You Need to Be!](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/are-you-ready-to-mitigate-any-potential-data-loss-you-need-to-be)

  Friday, 11 April 2025

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There are plenty of reasons why a business might lose some or all of its data, ranging from cyberattacks to hardware failure. Unfortunately, there isn’t any real reason your business won’t be one of the unlucky ones.

This makes it imperative that you prepare for this eventuality. Let’s discuss how to do so with the help of data redundancy.

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##  [A Brief Look at Physical Security Technology](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/a-brief-look-at-physical-security-technology)

  Wednesday, 09 April 2025

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

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Security should be at the top of any business owner’s list of priorities. While cybersecurity often gets the spotlight, physical security is just as critical; after all, if someone can walk in and steal your equipment, all the firewalls in the world won’t help you. Fortunately, technology has made it easier than ever to protect your business from physical threats. Here are some physical security technologies small businesses can use to keep their assets safe.

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##  [3 Cloud-Based Computing Models That Will Revolutionize Your Business](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/3-cloud-based-computing-models-that-will-revolutionize-your-business)

  Tuesday, 08 April 2025

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

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Cloud computing is one of the most powerful technologies that has emerged over the past few decades. It has shifted how individuals and companies access resources, manage data, and store information. With the opportunities to scale online vastly expanding, businesses that want to make the most of their technology can turn to the cloud to save money and improve operations.

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##  [Why DIY IT is Costing Your Business More Than You Think](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/why-diy-it-is-costing-your-business-more-than-you-think)

  Monday, 07 April 2025

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

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Running a business today without technology is pretty much impossible. Whether it’s email or messaging for communication or point-of-sale software for stores, every business depends on tech. Where there’s tech, there has to be someone to manage it.

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##  [Disaster Recovery Is But One Part of a Successful Business Continuity Plan](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/disaster-recovery-is-but-one-part-of-a-successful-business-continuity-plan)

  Saturday, 05 April 2025

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In today’s age of ransomware, climate change, and worldwide pandemics, a lot can happen that could spell trouble for your organization. This is why it is so critical for your company to have a business continuity plan. There are many factors that contribute to a successful business continuity plan, one of which is a disaster recovery plan. But wait, aren’t those the same thing? Not quite.

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##  [One Way to Protect Your Data: Hand It Out Less](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/one-way-to-protect-your-data-hand-it-out-less)

  Friday, 04 April 2025

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

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We all know companies collect a lot of data. After all, your business is no exception to this rule, and you likely collect significant consumer data to facilitate operations. But if you get the itch to protect your personal privacy (and you should), there are ways to limit how much advertisers, criminals, and other companies can gain access to. Here are just a couple of ways.

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##  [The Real Risk to Cybersecurity? Indifference](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/the-real-risk-to-cybersecurity-indifference)

  Thursday, 03 April 2025

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

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Many people still underestimate the importance of cybersecurity and data privacy, putting themselves and others at risk. Most individuals are accustomed to sharing personal information online, whether through social media, e-commerce platforms, or various digital services. However, this lack of caution can lead to serious security breaches, identity theft, and even financial fraud. When people fail to take basic security measures, such as using strong passwords or enabling two-factor authentication, they create vulnerabilities that malicious actors can exploit. These weaknesses don’t just impact them personally but also expose organizations and communities to cyberattacks.

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##  [Potential Legislation Could Require End-of-Life Disclosures for Consumer Tech](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/potential-legislation-could-require-end-of-life-disclosures-for-consumer-tech)

  Wednesday, 02 April 2025

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

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An expiration date helps to make sure you aren’t buying fast-turning foods at the grocery store, and now, the technology industry is making strides to establish a similar standard. A new industry report recommends new legislation pushing for End-of-Life (EoL) disclosure, which would, in theory, allow businesses and consumers alike to make more informed purchasing decisions. What does this mean for your business?

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  [Gadgets](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/gadgets)   [Technology](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/technology)   [Information](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/information)

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##  [The Fundamental IT Defense Plan](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/the-fundamental-it-defense-plan)

  Tuesday, 01 April 2025

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

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In today’s digital landscape, IT security isn’t optional—it’s vital. If your business uses email, connects to the Internet, or relies on mobile devices, you’re exposed to potential threats. Use this guide to discover the key steps every business needs to protect its data and reputation.

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##  [Celebrating World Backup Day!](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/celebrating-world-backup-day)

  Monday, 31 March 2025

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

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There you are, working on the most important project of your career. You’ve worked through the initial problems and are making progress, and then your computer crashes. Panic sets in. You reboot, hoping that will fix the problem. It doesn’t. This is the nightmare scenario that haunts businesses and individuals alike. If you don’t have a solid backup plan, you’re one spilled coffee or rogue virus away from disaster.

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##  [Using AI and What to Expect in the Future](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content/using-ai-and-what-to-expect-in-the-future)

  Saturday, 29 March 2025

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

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Artificial intelligence is taking over enterprise computing. So much so that there is some degree of cynicism among CIOs and other technology leaders about what exactly AI can do for them. The reality is that AI can do some pretty remarkable things and is advancing pretty quickly, but if you are expecting it to transform your business with minimal effort, you might be in for a rude awakening. This month, we want to take a look at how AI is beneficial for businesses and what to expect from the technology in the near future.

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  [Productivity](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/productivity-1)   [Computer](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/computer)   [AI](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/ai)

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##  [10 Questions to Ask Yourself When Evaluating Your IT](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/10-questions-to-ask-yourself-when-evaluating-your-it)

  Saturday, 29 March 2025

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

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Although successful business owners are often cut from different cloths, one factor that many share is constantly measuring and assessing everything involving your business. From the profitability of particular departments, to equipment lifecycles, to the various expenses your company pays each month, the key to sustainable growth is by understanding what works and what doesn’t.

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##  [We’ll Help Give Your IT Team a Hand](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/we-ll-help-give-your-it-team-a-hand)

  Friday, 28 March 2025

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

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Technology is the cornerstone of most modern business operations, making supporting this technology more important than ever. That’s one reason we’re so proud to provide IT assistance to our fellow businesses.

As we’ve done so, however, we’ve noted that some assistance is required more often than other forms of support. Let’s go over what some of these usual suspects are, and why it is so helpful to have someone (ideally, us) assisting you in managing them.

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##  [Password Managers Have Become Essential Tools for Individuals and Businesses](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content/password-managers-have-become-essential-tools-for-individuals-and-businesses)

  Thursday, 27 March 2025

  [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu)

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Absolutely nobody likes dealing with passwords. They’re annoying, hard to remember, and yet, somehow, hackers seem to have no problem cracking them. That’s where password managers come in. They take the stress out of remembering a hundred different logins while keeping your business secure. If you’re still relying on sticky notes or using the same password for everything so you can remember it, it’s time to make the switch.

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  [Security](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/security)   [Passwords](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/passwords)   [Technology](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/technology)

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