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Here you’ll find the latest from Simplified IT Consulting and around the IT industry.

Preventing theft of service in VoIP

November 18th, 2019

VoIP phone systems use the internet just like any PC. Therefore, hackers can gain access to your servers and data network through VoIP phones. Understanding how to combat theft of service in VoIP is critical, so if you want to learn how to do it, read on. What is theft of service? Internet-based phone systems

Is remote work a good choice for your business?

November 18th, 2019

We’ve entered the new age of work. The typical office environment has dramatically transformed in recent years, from cubicles to home offices, cafes, and almost anywhere with an internet connection. There are many reasons to join the remote work trend, but there are also some legitimate concerns that are holding other businesses back. The costs

Use Google Tasks to your advantage

November 15th, 2019

As a small- to medium-sized business owner or manager, you deal with a long list of things to do every day. Keeping track of your tasks can be a challenge — but not if you use Google Tasks. This app can help you keep on top of everything you need to get done. Here’s how.

Avoiding Office 365 migration failure

November 14th, 2019

Office 365, the cloud-based version of Microsoft Office, is becoming the most popular software suite used by small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). With an ever-increasing number of organizations migrating to this solution, it’s not surprising that other companies are also considering making the move. However, these five issues can cause an Office 365 migration to

Benefits of CRM for businesses

November 12th, 2019

At the end of the day, the success of any business comes down to whether it’s making a profit. That’s why building and maintaining relationships with your customers — your primary source of revenue — is extremely crucial. To respond to this need, savvy business owners are implementing customer relationship management (CRM) systems as a

How to use Twitter to grow your business

November 08th, 2019

Twitter is one of the most popular social media platforms for businesses because it enables them to focus on public conversation and exposure. Businesses use Twitter to engage their customers and update them on various business activities and news. Follow these tips on how to make the most out of Twitter for your business. Build

5 Bad business security practices

November 07th, 2019

Companies — small- and medium-sized businesses, in particular — struggle to protect their data. For one, they make mistakes in the strategies they employ to protect their IT infrastructure. If your organization still does one or more of these bad security practices, act quickly to correct them. Open wireless networks With one main internet line

5 Tips For Improving Password-Based Security

November 04th, 2019

Passwords have always been central to information security, which is why they’re one of the biggest targets for cybercriminals. Using stolen login credentials, an unauthorized party can easily steal confidential data or spread malicious software throughout the network. It also doesn’t help that many people have poor password habits. To protect your accounts and data,

Why QoS matters for VoIP

October 30th, 2019

If you are looking to deploy a Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) system, or planning to upgrade your existing infrastructure, consider several key factors. One of the most essential aspects you should look at is Quality of Service, or QoS. To make sure your provider will deliver optimal service with minimal downtimes, ask them these

How Office 365 connectors work

October 29th, 2019

At work, we depend on apps for productivity. However, with so many tabs open in our web browsers, it can be a drag to constantly click in and out of them just to get the information we need. Fortunately, Office 365 Connectors for Groups allows you to stay on top of all the third-party services

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