Cybersecurity is a common problem for all companies—small businesses are no exception. In fact, just under half of small businesses experienced a cyber attack in 2017. Now is the time to start thinking if you don’t currently have a plan in place. Fortunately, there are several steps you can take to protect your organization against […]
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Protecting your company’s intellectual property rights is vital for your business. Copyrights, trademarks, and patents give you grounds to pursue legal action should anyone steal your innovations, but it is also imperative to prevent cyber intruders ahead of time by having digital security in place. A single cyber attack can eliminate your business’s competitive edge […]
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With benefits ranging from creating your own schedule to writing off part of your rent or mortgage, there are many reasons why almost 3% of the workforce is spending less time at the office. One study even shows that employees who work from home are actually more productive thanks to fewer distractions from co-workers and […]
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The final piece of unified communications (UC) is collaboration tools, including planning software, polls, webinars, desktop sharing, and workflow applications. Along with unified messaging, video conferencing, and mobility, collaboration apps bring teams together by giving them convenient ways to share ideas and strategies. Besides offering an efficient and succinct way to communicate, collaboration tools save […]
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As we have explored the various elements of unified communications (UC)—video conferencing, unified messaging, and collaboration—one commonality is a shared need for mobile access. More than fifty million US residents are working on mobile devices, and if you haven’t embraced mobile systems, now’s the best time to get started. Mobile technology is a win for […]
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We talk a lot about data. Always in the news. Security warnings, privacy discussions, and seemingly constant conversations about big data, storage, and networking. Data is useful. Some data is very important. We know that. But let’s talk about whether you need all that data, what data will help you grow your business, and how […]
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Video conferencing has evolved from awkward meetings to a daily part of productive businesses. High-speed Internet has solved many of the issues that once plagued online meetings, such as audio and video lag, slow-loading presentations, and unreliable screen shares, further adding to that productivity. Other technology, including unified communications (UC), has given rise to reliable […]
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One of the core components of unified communications (UC) is a strong unified messaging (UM) system. In the context of a UC suite, unified messaging refers to a single interface for emails, voice messages, faxes, and SMS text messages. Teams can streamline workflow and access various communication formats on the go through a single app […]
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Business owners have a wealth of communication tools at their disposal—in fact, maybe too many. Systems and software that enable teams to work together may be great as stand-alone products, but integrating individual systems into a cohesive whole can be frustrating. That’s where unified communications (UC) comes in. What Is Unified Communications? Unified communications refers […]
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As a business owner, you have dozens of choices to make every day—including which phone service is best for your company. We’ve listed some facts about Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) and landline phones to help you make the right choice for your business. How Landlines and VoIP Service Work When a customer dials your […]
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