Technology Advice for Small Businesses

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Widgets coming to iOS 8

The iPhone has become one of the most popular mobile devices among business users. It is widely regarded for its usability which stems from the excellent iOS operating system supporting it. In early June, Apple announced that a new version of iOS – iOS 8 – was on its way in the fall, and with… Continue reading Widgets coming to iOS 8

Premium features for Google+

As many businesses continue to hire younger employees, we are seeing the new generation bring in a new communication style, relying almost solely on social media platforms like Google+ to chat and communicate. In order to facilitate this, many companies have been integrating social networks, and in an effort to make Google+ that much more… Continue reading Premium features for Google+

Facebook’s new video functions

With a steady increase in the number of users, Facebook has become a centralized medium for both businesses and customers to engage with one another. Now, businesses on Facebook will be equipped with more ways to enhance brand experience as the social network has just extended its video capabilities. To keep up with new developments… Continue reading Facebook’s new video functions

How to add address books in Outlook

Microsoft Outlook delivers more than many business people perceive it to do. More than just an email application, this program can also handle important notes, reminders, and details of business matters through Outlook Address Book. Though it is more often used to pull out the email addresses of your contacts, the address book is also… Continue reading How to add address books in Outlook

App permissions on Android

Most businesses rely on tablets and their apps to help increase productivity and work output. Android tablets are one solid option with countless work apps which many people opt for. Still, without their knowledge, most tend to give permission screens no more than a cursory glance when installing apps. This can be a big mistake… Continue reading App permissions on Android

Installing apps on your Phone remotely

Business leaders not only work with the latest tech gadgets but often have to learn how to manipulate several devices at the same time to better the business and control the organization’s operations with ease. The fact that many companies benefit from modernization is a real advantage to tech development and one efficient task that… Continue reading Installing apps on your Phone remotely

Virtual servers: yay or nay

Virtualizing your server can result in the gain of efficiencies and capabilities that aren’t possible within a physical platform. While many businesses are rushing to server virtualization due to its increasing popularity, a lot of companies suffer rather than seep the benefits of a virtual server, mainly due to rush of deployment. With that in… Continue reading Virtual servers: yay or nay

Introducing OS X Yosemite

It’s been almost a year since Apple’s tenth major operating system the OS X Maverick was released. Now with the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2014 having just taken place this month, it’s the perfect time for Apple to introduce its new operating system, the OS X Yosemite. While features on the OS X Yosemite aren’t… Continue reading Introducing OS X Yosemite

Office 365 features forecasting ability

Wouldn’t it be nice if there existed an application with features that can help predict and identify risks and opportunities for your business products or services? Microsoft has turned this concept into reality with Office 365 Power BI’s latest upgrade, which features predictive forecasting. Now that you are able to, it might be time you… Continue reading Office 365 features forecasting ability

Boost business intelligence value

Most businesses are continuously looking for ways to improve visibility, efficiency, and gain valuable insights into consumer behavior. By utilizing your company’s business intelligence (BI) system, you can achieve all this and more. Many companies spend anywhere between USD $100 thousand and $1 million for their BI system but fail to make proper use of… Continue reading Boost business intelligence value