Technology Advice for Small Businesses

Gain a return on social media marketing

Do you ever feel like your social media efforts are going nowhere? Does it feel like you spend more and more time marketing your small business on Facebook, Twitter and other social media platforms, but with little return? Well, a recent survey reveals just how much ROI small business owners are actually gaining from their… Continue reading Gain a return on social media marketing

The truth about healthcare security

While many small businesses mistakenly think they’re immune to data breaches because of their size, and therefore put minimum protection in place, healthcare organizations can’t ever risk taking this laissez-faire approach – and they’d be in trouble if they did. After all, there are rules and regulations when it comes to healthcare IT systems, and… Continue reading The truth about healthcare security

Behold the age of the $50 Android tablet

If you thought implementing tablet technology into your business setup was beyond your company’s budget, it might be time to reconsider. Online retailing giant Amazon could be about to shake up the tablet industry, with the launch of Amazon Fire. This super-economy Android tablet will retail for just $50, putting it within reach both of… Continue reading Behold the age of the $50 Android tablet

Microsoft to release Lumia 950

With October 6th’s much-anticipated Microsoft Event approaching, Windows Phone users are looking forward to the release of the tech giant’s new flagship – the Lumia 950. This latest release from the Lumia family is expected to come with powerful hardware and a premium polycarbonate body. Microsoft has been working hard on developing the Lumia 950,… Continue reading Microsoft to release Lumia 950

Keep employees working during disasters

One of the most neglected aspects of a Business Continuity Plan (BCP) is what happens to employees. Much emphasis is put on protecting and recovering data, but your employees are just as valuable to keep your company running. By setting up your company’s BCP with detailed instructions on working from home during a disaster, your… Continue reading Keep employees working during disasters

How the Apple Watch is changing healthcare

Last week, Apple revealed a new app to go along with its Apple Watch that could permanently change the way Healthcare is provided. Through an app known as AirStrip and the new watchOS 2 software, the Apple Watch will allow medical professionals to connect with patients in ways never before thought possible. Here are some… Continue reading How the Apple Watch is changing healthcare

Get more out of your laptop battery

Even in today’s world where electrical outlets are more numerous than ever before, there will still be times you need to push your laptop’s battery to the edge. Ever wish you could buy yourself a few extra minutes by extending your battery life? Here are a few tips to help you get every last drop… Continue reading Get more out of your laptop battery

Introducing behavioral biometrics

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Static biometrics emerged from the theory that a password or a PIN number can be stolen, while something unique to your body like the face, fingers, eyes and ears can’t. But the fact is that static biometrics have their shortcomings – the system uses proprietary technology with limited use, and is only available on high-end… Continue reading Introducing behavioral biometrics

4 tools to help you make more of your workday

We’re all in the same boat – a million and one things to get done, and seemingly never enough hours in the day to fit them all in. But technology can come to your aid and, by using the best productivity tools you can find, you’ll add valuable minutes and hours to your workday. That… Continue reading 4 tools to help you make more of your workday

How mHealth can improve medical practice

Wearables, mobile apps and other mobile health (mHealth) devices are the latest technologies entering the healthcare industry. Some hospitals may have held off adopting mHealth, believing they won’t benefit much from it. Others remain concerned their patients won’t have much interest in these tools, or technical the knowledge required for them. But recent research shows… Continue reading How mHealth can improve medical practice