Technology Advice for Small Businesses

Recent hacker attack highlights need for security

Multiple cyber attacks, possibly by hacker group Anonymous, plagued the Boston Children’s Hospital in April – highlighting the need for data security in all health-care environments. The attacks may have been a response to the case of 15-year-old patient Justina Pelletier, who the hospital reported to the state as being the victim of medical neglect,… Continue reading Recent hacker attack highlights need for security

We’re ready for ICD-10

President Obama has authorized yet another delay in the implementation of ICD-10 after the Senate approved the measure as part of the Sustainable Growth Rate legislation on April 1. To IT vendors who haven’t prepared for the transition, the delay is a relief – but to us at gloStream, it’s a disappointment, as we had… Continue reading We’re ready for ICD-10

Are workarounds putting business at risk?

Most businesses using an entry level accounting system or legacy ERP manage many of their processes outside of the system, usually with spreadsheets. These “workarounds” may even keep the business running pretty smoothly. They are easier than replacing the system and cheaper than a custom application. The risk of spreadsheets Workarounds may have become a… Continue reading Are workarounds putting business at risk?

How to make secure passwords

Passwords are made to safeguard our online accounts. But in this day and age when rampant hacking incidents happen every day and around the world, security is oftentimes compromised. As a result, private data can fall into the wrong hands. For this reason, it is imperative that the passwords protecting your data are strong enough… Continue reading How to make secure passwords

What to do with your old iPhone

Apple is the undisputed leader and trend-setter when it comes to consumer electronics. The company’s iPhones have been instrumental in the massive success that the brand enjoys today with millions of units having been sold worldwide. Indeed, since its inception in 2007, the iPhone has built up a cult-like following with its enthusiasts always seeking… Continue reading What to do with your old iPhone

3 useful Facebook tips

Facebook is widely believed to be one of the most important and usable tools for businesses looking to establish or further their online brand and marketing efforts. For business owners and managers that have a presence on Facebook there are a number of tools and features that are highly beneficial, some of which you may… Continue reading 3 useful Facebook tips

How businesses can use Google Trends

As a useful tool that’s part of Google Search, Google Trends allows people and businesses to find out what topics are trending online at any given time. It also allows you to compare the volume of searches between two or more terms and so is especially useful for bloggers and content providers. It gives them… Continue reading How businesses can use Google Trends

5 signs you require an MSP

In today’s business environment, technology is an integral part of business operations. The problem many business owners and managers face is that technology can be difficult to manage; often requiring a significant investment and specialized team to maintain and run it. This can be prohibitively expensive too for many small businesses, but it doesn’t have… Continue reading 5 signs you require an MSP

Tips for taking on tedious tasks

There are often tedious tasks that can threaten to take the joy out of your working day, but often it is these very same jobs which are essential too. When it comes to sustaining successful productivity at work you cannot simply refuse to do whatever you don’t enjoy. However, there are ways to bring a… Continue reading Tips for taking on tedious tasks

Misconceptions about BI

Business Intelligence (BI) is hardly a new concept for small business owners, with a growing percentage of business owners utilizing it in their business. But even so, there are a great many misconceptions that still proliferate about the theories and technology behind it and people often don’t realize how they can benefit from incorporating a… Continue reading Misconceptions about BI