Technology Advice for Small Businesses

Optimize inventory management with ERP

Keeping your inventory under control has never been so important. Customers aren’t willing to settle for “close-enough” any longer. They can search the internet for exactly the model and features that they need and often purchase directly from the source. The success of your retail, distribution or manufacturing business depends on having the right stock… Continue reading Optimize inventory management with ERP

Backing Up Your Virtualized Data

A common trend many small businesses are embracing is virtualizing their data. Like any other types of data, you also need to back virtualized data up. Since backing up your virtualized data can be really challenging, we’ll focus just on this aspect. This guide will show you some of the most common difficulties you’ll be… Continue reading Backing Up Your Virtualized Data

Define: Business analytics

It seems like over the past five years or so, understanding, processing and leveraging of data has become one of the most important parts of a business. When reading about data you often come across the term ‘business analytics’. Despite this terms common usage many people are confused as to what exactly it is and… Continue reading Define: Business analytics

7 iPad Air tricks you can’t live without

The iPad Air has become one of the most popular tablets on the market today. If you have picked one of these cool devices up recently and are looking to learn more about your iPad Air, then this article should help. The Apple device has a ton of business oriented features that can take time… Continue reading 7 iPad Air tricks you can’t live without

How to set a default app on Android

Android as a mobile operating system is getting better and better with each successive version. It’s become a viable platform and many manufacturers are releasing new devices, including tablets. One reason for the popularity of the tablet is the app, with many apps often doing the same thing e.g., opening documents. The problem is, these… Continue reading How to set a default app on Android

How to use lists in PowerPoint

Microsoft’s PowerPoint is an important and popular business presentation tool. It has become so embraced that most people nowadays refer to presentations as PowerPoints. There are many elements that lead to a successful PowerPoint presentation, including using lists effectively. While it is easy to use lists, many users often wonder how to use them effectively.… Continue reading How to use lists in PowerPoint

5 useful Office template tips

Microsoft’s Office 365 is one of the most popular office suites available, and will no doubt continue to grow in popularity in the foreseeable future. Businesses who subscribe gain access to the popular Microsoft Office programs, all of which have a number of useful functions. Take for example, templates, which offer a great way to… Continue reading 5 useful Office template tips

Chrome updated on your mobile device

Mobile devices have become a large part of our lives, and we use them nearly every chance we get. In fact, an increasing number of people use their device almost exclusively for certain jobs or communications. More often than not, mobile devices are used to browse the Web, often using a browser such as Chrome.… Continue reading Chrome updated on your mobile device

Define: Managed antivirus

Technology is becoming increasingly complex and many small to medium business owners and managers are finding it an increasing challenge to manage their systems, while also ensuring that they are secure. One way to prioritize security is to turn to an IT partner, many of whom offer managed antivirus solutions. While this is a viable… Continue reading Define: Managed antivirus

BYOD or CYOD – which policy is better?

When it comes to working on computers, many of us would feel most comfortable using machines and devices that we are used to. There are many companies out there that offer employees a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) option. However, there is a new concept that is also starting to catch on: Choose Your Own… Continue reading BYOD or CYOD – which policy is better?