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[ Categories ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories "Categories") [ Tags ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags "Tags") [ Categories: All Categories ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/javascript:void(0); "Categories") Search...Suggested keywords [ x ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/javascript:void(0);) [ ![Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_cavatar/5_button-bs.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices) ## [Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices) [ ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/javascript:void(0);) [ ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/javascript:void(0);) [ ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices?format=feed&type=rss) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Staying Safe on Social Media Boils Down to These Three Things](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/staying-safe-on-social-media-boils-down-to-these-three-things) Monday, 03 March 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices) [ ![Staying Safe on Social Media Boils Down to These Three Things](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/March_2025/03-03-24/b2ap3_large_SafeSM_614046045_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/staying-safe-on-social-media-boils-down-to-these-three-things "Staying Safe on Social Media Boils Down to These Three Things") You don’t want to get spammed; nobody does. Unfortunately, it happens to EVERYONE, and it’s just getting worse. All this unwelcome correspondence happens over the phone, through email, and especially on social media. In today’s blog, we’ll talk a little bit about how social media puts users at risk and what you can do to keep that risk from becoming a problem for you. Tags: [Social Media](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/social-media) [Security](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/security) [Privacy](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/privacy) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/staying-safe-on-social-media-boils-down-to-these-three-things#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/staying-safe-on-social-media-boils-down-to-these-three-things) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Android Phones Have a Handy Anti-Theft Feature You Should Use](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/android-phones-have-a-handy-anti-theft-feature-you-should-use) Monday, 10 February 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices) [ ![Android Phones Have a Handy Anti-Theft Feature You Should Use](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/February_2025/2-10-25/b2ap3_large_AndroidSecurity_689028099_400x400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/android-phones-have-a-handy-anti-theft-feature-you-should-use "Android Phones Have a Handy Anti-Theft Feature You Should Use") Mobile device security is critical for modern businesses, especially as they play a more prominent and significant role in daily operations. However, data loss is also a problem, regardless of the source… including if a device is wiped via a reset. While Apple has offered a feature to prevent this for the past year or so, Android 15 now provides the same, referred to as Identity Check. Let’s explore how it works, and how to enable it for yourself. Tags: [Security](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/security) [Android](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/android) [Mobile Device](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/mobile-device) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/android-phones-have-a-handy-anti-theft-feature-you-should-use#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/android-phones-have-a-handy-anti-theft-feature-you-should-use) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [3 Productivity Tips to Streamline Your Workday](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/3-productivity-tips-to-streamline-your-workday) Monday, 27 January 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices) [ ![3 Productivity Tips to Streamline Your Workday](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/January_2025/1-27-25/b2ap3_large_SuperProductive_738077701_400x400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/3-productivity-tips-to-streamline-your-workday "3 Productivity Tips to Streamline Your Workday") Do you want superhuman productivity? Thankfully, it doesn’t take much to be more productive than the majority of workers out there, and a couple of small tweaks to your day can make a world of difference. Today, we’ll cover some strategies you can use for prioritization, time management, and focus, allowing you to get more work done. Tags: [Productivity](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/productivity-1) [Efficiency](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/efficiency) [Business](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/business) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/3-productivity-tips-to-streamline-your-workday#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/3-productivity-tips-to-streamline-your-workday) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Help Your Remote and Hybrid Team Be as Productive as Possible](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/help-your-remote-and-hybrid-team-be-as-productive-as-possible) Thursday, 02 January 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices) [ ![Help Your Remote and Hybrid Team Be as Productive as Possible](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/January_2025/1-2-25/b2ap3_large_remote_407674907_400x400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/help-your-remote-and-hybrid-team-be-as-productive-as-possible "Help Your Remote and Hybrid Team Be as Productive as Possible") The holidays and the new year are perfect times to reflect on how you can make your team’s jobs easier and more efficient. One way you can do so is by opening up the option for remote or hybrid work, provided their roles can be removed from the office, either part time or full time. Today, we want to highlight some of the tools that a remote workforce needs to be successful—as well as how you can get them. Tags: [Cloud](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/cloud) [Productivity](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/productivity-1) [Remote](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/remote) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/help-your-remote-and-hybrid-team-be-as-productive-as-possible#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/help-your-remote-and-hybrid-team-be-as-productive-as-possible) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Got Some New Technology Over the Holidays? Here’s How to Responsibly Get Rid of the Old](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/got-some-new-technology-over-the-holidays-here-s-how-to-responsibly-get-rid-of-the-old) Tuesday, 31 December 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices) [ ![Got Some New Technology Over the Holidays? Here’s How to Responsibly Get Rid of the Old](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/December_2024/12-31-24/b2ap3_large_TechnologyWaste_62607516_400x400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/got-some-new-technology-over-the-holidays-here-s-how-to-responsibly-get-rid-of-the-old "Got Some New Technology Over the Holidays? Here’s How to Responsibly Get Rid of the Old") The holidays are over and some of the best gifts are ones that replace our dead and dying electronics with shiny new ones. Then comes the matter of discarding your old devices. In today’s blog, we will discuss what you should and shouldn’t do when looking to get rid of your old devices. Tags: [Hardware](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/hardware) [Workplace Tips](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/workplace-tips) [IT Services](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/it-services) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/got-some-new-technology-over-the-holidays-here-s-how-to-responsibly-get-rid-of-the-old#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/got-some-new-technology-over-the-holidays-here-s-how-to-responsibly-get-rid-of-the-old) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Why Smart Businesses Invest in Disaster Recovery Preparations](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/why-smart-businesses-invest-in-disaster-recovery-preparations) Friday, 20 December 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices) [ ![Why Smart Businesses Invest in Disaster Recovery Preparations](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/December_2024/12-20-24/b2ap3_large_DBR_799881640_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/why-smart-businesses-invest-in-disaster-recovery-preparations "Why Smart Businesses Invest in Disaster Recovery Preparations") Stuff happens, and this stuff can often be bad. That’s an inescapable part of life, especially if you’re trying to run a successful business. That said, the consequences of this bad stuff can usually be minimized—if not mitigated entirely—when you have a proper disaster recovery strategy. Let’s review what goes into preparing this kind of strategy in the most effective way and what makes it so crucial. Tags: [Small Business](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/small-business) [Disaster Recovery](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/disaster-recovery) [Workplace Strategy](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/workplace-strategy) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/why-smart-businesses-invest-in-disaster-recovery-preparations#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/why-smart-businesses-invest-in-disaster-recovery-preparations) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [3 Traits You Want a Business Data Backup to Have](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/3-traits-you-want-a-business-data-backup-to-have) Friday, 06 December 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices) [ ![3 Traits You Want a Business Data Backup to Have](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/December_2024/12-06-24/b2ap3_large_data-backup_854782687_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/3-traits-you-want-a-business-data-backup-to-have "3 Traits You Want a Business Data Backup to Have") To keep your business running smoothly, even if something goes wrong—like a power outage, cyberattack, or other disaster—you need a reliable way to protect your data. That’s where data backup comes in. It’s important to make sure your backup is thorough and trustworthy so you can recover if things go south. Tags: [Data](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/data) [Backup](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/backup) [Security](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/security) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/3-traits-you-want-a-business-data-backup-to-have#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/3-traits-you-want-a-business-data-backup-to-have) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Six Ways to Improve Your Operations](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/six-ways-to-improve-your-operations) Wednesday, 13 November 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices) [ ![Six Ways to Improve Your Operations](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/November_2024/11-13-24/b2ap3_large_Operations_1058344556_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/six-ways-to-improve-your-operations "Six Ways to Improve Your Operations") Successful businesses need to adjust to changes in the market, what customers want, and new industry trends. This means they have to know their business well and be willing to try new things. Let’s look at six key areas where businesses often make changes to stay successful. Tags: [Productivity](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/productivity-1) [Efficiency](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/efficiency) [Business](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/business) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/six-ways-to-improve-your-operations#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/six-ways-to-improve-your-operations) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [3 Downtime-Causing Issues You’ll Want to Nip in the Bud](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/3-downtime-causing-issues-you-ll-want-to-nip-in-the-bud) Friday, 08 November 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices) [ ![3 Downtime-Causing Issues You’ll Want to Nip in the Bud](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/November_2024/11-08-24/b2ap3_large_DowntimeStuff_686101203_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/3-downtime-causing-issues-you-ll-want-to-nip-in-the-bud "3 Downtime-Causing Issues You’ll Want to Nip in the Bud") Downtime can be lethal to businesses, not only because too much can lead to failure, but it can easily waste a lot of your team’s time as everyone shifts gears to find a solution. This is why is it best to avoid it as often as possible. That’s why we’re discussing three of the most prevalent causes of downtime, and what you can do to prevent them. Tags: [Users](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/users) [Technology](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/technology) [Efficiency](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/efficiency) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/3-downtime-causing-issues-you-ll-want-to-nip-in-the-bud#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/3-downtime-causing-issues-you-ll-want-to-nip-in-the-bud) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [4 Stupid-Simple Ways to Be More Careful with Your Network Security](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/4-stupid-simple-ways-to-be-more-careful-with-your-network-security) Monday, 07 October 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices) [ ![4 Stupid-Simple Ways to Be More Careful with Your Network Security](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/October_2024/10-07-24/b2ap3_large_BeSafe_297606719_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/4-stupid-simple-ways-to-be-more-careful-with-your-network-security "4 Stupid-Simple Ways to Be More Careful with Your Network Security") Technology is central to most businesses, which means that security is, by proxy, central to them as well. With cyberattacks on the rise, it’s more important than ever for you and your employees to be on the same page regarding cybersecurity. Today, we are looking at four ways you can ensure sound cybersecurity practices that even the most belligerent employees can follow… with the right support in place. Tags: [Security](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/security) [Passwords](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/passwords) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/best-practices) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/4-stupid-simple-ways-to-be-more-careful-with-your-network-security#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/4-stupid-simple-ways-to-be-more-careful-with-your-network-security) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [2 Technologies That Bring Innovation to Backup and Disaster Recovery](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/2-technologies-that-bring-innovation-to-backup-and-disaster-recovery) Wednesday, 25 September 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices) [ ![2 Technologies That Bring Innovation to Backup and Disaster Recovery](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/September_2024/09-25-24/b2ap3_large_BDR_372632990_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/2-technologies-that-bring-innovation-to-backup-and-disaster-recovery "2 Technologies That Bring Innovation to Backup and Disaster Recovery") Other than the innovative jump from tape, data backup hasn’t seen too many great leaps forward, so to speak. Sure, businesses don’t have to worry about resource-intensive manual backups anymore, but the standard approach is so rock-solid that innovation isn’t necessarily needed at this point. Today, we are exploring the backup and disaster recovery process and how modern-day solutions have made an effective tool even better. Tags: [Backup](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/backup) [Cloud](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/cloud) [Disaster Recovery](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/disaster-recovery) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/2-technologies-that-bring-innovation-to-backup-and-disaster-recovery#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/2-technologies-that-bring-innovation-to-backup-and-disaster-recovery) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Music is Being Lost to Failing Hard Drives, Reminding Us of a Few Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/music-is-being-lost-to-failing-hard-drives-reminding-us-of-a-few-best-practices) Monday, 23 September 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices) [ ![Music is Being Lost to Failing Hard Drives, Reminding Us of a Few Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/September_2024/09-23-24/b2ap3_large_MusicDied_216438554_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/music-is-being-lost-to-failing-hard-drives-reminding-us-of-a-few-best-practices "Music is Being Lost to Failing Hard Drives, Reminding Us of a Few Best Practices") Nostalgia is a powerful force. It can drive us to look to the past for things we once loved, such as the music we listened to over the years. However, what if the music you loved was lost forever? This could be the case for many, as older hard drives that archive this music have been discovered to have failed. Let’s examine the situation to see what lessons any small-to-medium-sized business can learn. Tags: [Data](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/data) [Backup](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/backup) [Hardware](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/hardware) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/music-is-being-lost-to-failing-hard-drives-reminding-us-of-a-few-best-practices#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/music-is-being-lost-to-failing-hard-drives-reminding-us-of-a-few-best-practices) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [How to Build Better File-Sharing Systems](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/how-to-build-better-file-sharing-systems) Monday, 09 September 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices) [ ![How to Build Better File-Sharing Systems](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/September_2024/09-09-24/b2ap3_large_FileSharing_411923402_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/how-to-build-better-file-sharing-systems "How to Build Better File-Sharing Systems") With collaboration playing center stage for most businesses, it’s no small wonder that file sharing is such a priority for SMBs. If you want to establish solid file-sharing practices, you need the right solutions. Today, we want to explore four ways you can establish an efficient and secure file-sharing platform. Tags: [Data](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/data) [Workplace Tips](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/workplace-tips) [Collaboration](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/collaboration) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/how-to-build-better-file-sharing-systems#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/how-to-build-better-file-sharing-systems) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [The Right Way to Address IT Issues](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/the-right-way-to-address-it-issues) Wednesday, 04 September 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices) [ ![The Right Way to Address IT Issues](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/September_2024/09-04-24/b2ap3_large_it-issues_358318808_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/the-right-way-to-address-it-issues "The Right Way to Address IT Issues") Technology allows businesses to leverage high-impact practices, but only if that technology works the way it’s supposed to. Even simple issues with network connectivity problems, outdated technology, and cybersecurity can impact operations. The key to a successful technology deployment is understanding where potential disruptions could occur and taking measures to proactively address them ahead of time. Tags: [Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/best-practices) [IT Support](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/it-support-1) [Business](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/business) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/the-right-way-to-address-it-issues#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/the-right-way-to-address-it-issues) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Efficient and Secure File Sharing a Must for Today’s Businesses](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/efficient-and-secure-file-sharing-a-must-for-today-s-businesses) Monday, 26 August 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices) [ ![Efficient and Secure File Sharing a Must for Today’s Businesses](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/August_2024/08-26-24/b2ap3_large_FileSharing_427180102_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/efficient-and-secure-file-sharing-a-must-for-today-s-businesses "Efficient and Secure File Sharing a Must for Today’s Businesses") Today’s business needs to be able to share files and data securely and efficiently. This process may seem straightforward, but there are a lot of options that the business owner or manager needs to understand. In today’s blog, we look at some steps that will help you create a strong and secure file-sharing system. Tags: [Data](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/data) [Security](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/security) [Collaboration](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/collaboration) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/efficient-and-secure-file-sharing-a-must-for-today-s-businesses#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/efficient-and-secure-file-sharing-a-must-for-today-s-businesses) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Today’s Technology Can Help You Become a Winner](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/today-s-technology-can-help-you-become-a-winner) Wednesday, 21 August 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices) [ ![Today’s Technology Can Help You Become a Winner](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/August_2024/08-21-24/b2ap3_large_MissedOpportunities_236483072_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/today-s-technology-can-help-you-become-a-winner "Today’s Technology Can Help You Become a Winner") The tech we have at our fingertips has the potential to dramatically enhance our productivity, support a great deal of creativity, and improve a person’s overall quality of life. What happens when you don't use this technology to its full potential? The answer is simple: you lose out. Let’s take a look at some of the negative effects of not using tech to its fullest. Tags: [Technology](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/technology) [Innovation](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/innovation) [Productivity](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/productivity-1) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/today-s-technology-can-help-you-become-a-winner#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/today-s-technology-can-help-you-become-a-winner) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [In the Wake of Hurricane Beryl, Consider Business Continuity](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/in-the-wake-of-hurricane-beryl-consider-business-continuity) Monday, 22 July 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices) [ ![In the Wake of Hurricane Beryl, Consider Business Continuity](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/July_2024/07-22-24/b2ap3_large_DisasterBC_249818599_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/in-the-wake-of-hurricane-beryl-consider-business-continuity "In the Wake of Hurricane Beryl, Consider Business Continuity") In the wake of Hurricane Beryl, businesses have another reason to reflect on data backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity. Since the hurricane made landfall in Texas, despite being downgraded to a tropical storm, it still caused over $5 million in damage to islands across middle America. Tags: [Backup](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/backup) [Current Events](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/current-events) [Disaster Recovery](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/disaster-recovery) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/in-the-wake-of-hurricane-beryl-consider-business-continuity#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/in-the-wake-of-hurricane-beryl-consider-business-continuity) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Do You Know Exactly What is Being Backed Up?](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/do-you-know-exactly-what-is-being-backed-up) Monday, 01 July 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices) [ ![Do You Know Exactly What is Being Backed Up?](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/July_2024/07-01-24/b2ap3_large_Backup_522200713_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/do-you-know-exactly-what-is-being-backed-up "Do You Know Exactly What is Being Backed Up?") Data backup is essential for any business, yet many employees might not fully understand how it works or what gets backed up. Today, let's clarify the basics of data backup and its importance. Tags: [Data](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/data) [Backup](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/backup) [Technology](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/technology) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/do-you-know-exactly-what-is-being-backed-up#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/do-you-know-exactly-what-is-being-backed-up) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [It’s Summer and You Have to Take Care of Your Tech](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/it-s-summer-and-you-have-to-take-care-of-your-tech) Friday, 07 June 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices) [ ![It’s Summer and You Have to Take Care of Your Tech](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/June_2024/06-07-23/b2ap3_large_travel-tech_438763874_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/it-s-summer-and-you-have-to-take-care-of-your-tech "It’s Summer and You Have to Take Care of Your Tech") Summer is here, and sometimes, your technology pays the price. In today’s blog, we’ll discuss some ways to protect your tech as you travel and enjoy the nice weather. Tags: [Technology](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/technology) [User Tips](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/user-tips) [Mobile Device](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/mobile-device) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/it-s-summer-and-you-have-to-take-care-of-your-tech#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/it-s-summer-and-you-have-to-take-care-of-your-tech) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [MFA is Becoming a Major Component of Business Insurance](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/mfa-is-becoming-a-major-component-of-business-insurance) Monday, 03 June 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices) [ ![MFA is Becoming a Major Component of Business Insurance](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/June_2024/06-03-23/b2ap3_large_MFA_563027142_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/mfa-is-becoming-a-major-component-of-business-insurance "MFA is Becoming a Major Component of Business Insurance") Businesses are prioritizing cybersecurity more than ever. Many insurers now require companies to meet specific cybersecurity standards before offering coverage, with one key requirement being the implementation of multi-factor authentication (MFA). Here’s what you need to know and how we can help. Tags: [Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/best-practices) [Business](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/business) [2FA](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/2fa) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/mfa-is-becoming-a-major-component-of-business-insurance#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/mfa-is-becoming-a-major-component-of-business-insurance) [ First Page ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices) [ Previous Page ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices?start=20) [ 1 ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices) [ 2 ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices?start=20) [ 3 ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/javascript:void(0);) [ 4 ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices?start=60) [ 5 ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices?start=80) [ 6 ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices?start=100) [ 7 ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices?start=120) [ Next Page ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices?start=60) [ Last Page ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices?start=120)