Tech Advisory

Technology Advice for Small Businesses

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Making the most out of Windows 7 features

Businesses are reaping the benefits of integrating Windows 7 into their IT systems. Whether it’s word processing, business presentations or data analysis, Windows 7 has the capability to perform much more than you think. In fact, you’re probably not using this multipurpose OS to its full potential, perhaps because you didn’t have the time to… Continue reading Making the most out of Windows 7 features

Easy tips for better internet security

With over 3 billion internet users around the globe totaling roughly 40 percent of the population, the internet is rife with opportunities for hackers to steal your information. And with technology constantly evolving and the internet growing, it’s not likely to get safer anytime soon. It therefore pays to take extra precautions when surfing the… Continue reading Easy tips for better internet security

Tips to make your email subjects productive

For many of us, email is the bane of our lives. We spend too long slaving over our inboxes, desperate to empty it but seemingly forever staring at a bottomless pit. This long list of requests, information and updates is the ultimate distraction from our real work – and not all of it is even… Continue reading Tips to make your email subjects productive

How to test your BCP

In the unexpected event that a disaster strikes, you need to have a continuity plan to keep your business running. If you don’t have one, or if your existing plan is outdated and ineffective, your business is at risk of losing potential clients and credibility. Imagine you’re halfway through a product presentation, when suddenly the… Continue reading How to test your BCP

Dropbox is now more mobile friendly

Cloud technology is revolutionizing the way we share information. It’s now possible to collaborate on documents with colleagues, no matter whether they are on the other side of the room or the other side of the planet. But in order to be able to really leverage the productivity power of Cloud applications, they need to… Continue reading Dropbox is now more mobile friendly

5 useful Windows Phone apps for business

One important decision businesses have to make is choosing the right technology to boost productivity and profitability – and a growing number are turning to smartphones. And when it comes to smartphones for business users, Windows Phones and its features are well-positioned to assist in daily business operations. Let’s take a look at some useful… Continue reading 5 useful Windows Phone apps for business

There’s no need to rush for the Apple Watch

From glasses that bring you augmented reality to watches that monitor your heart rate, and jewelry that alerts you to incoming calls and text messages, wearable technology is big business and represents a growing trend that is here to stay. Innovative technology that literally attaches itself to your person has the potential to boost productivity… Continue reading There’s no need to rush for the Apple Watch

How the Cloud adds value to your business

Imagine an IT service that could revolutionize your business. The moment you sign up, your company will instantly be overwhelmed with oodles of dollars, raining down from heaven, via the magic of (drumroll please)…the Cloud. Have you heard this before? Okay, maybe this is a bit exaggerated, but we’re sure you’ve heard of the Cloud… Continue reading How the Cloud adds value to your business

Latest BI technologies for businesses

In today’s technological landscape, companies increasingly rely on sophisticated business intelligence tools to help them to make better and more strategic business decisions. Applying the best technology to your practices can give you an edge over your competitors and increase the thing that matters to your business most – productivity. Read on to find out… Continue reading Latest BI technologies for businesses

Create a social media strategy that works

Are you tired of waffling around on social media in an attempt to boost business? Maybe you have accounts on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Reddit and more, but you seem to be making little progress. To make matters worse, you’ve gained less than 50 Facebook likes since starting out. What gives? Well, there are some sensible… Continue reading Create a social media strategy that works