Computer running slow? Time to declutter your hard drive
When a computer is running slowly, often the first thing we check is our internet connection. However, in many cases the internet connection is fine but unable to run at optimum levels because of a cluttered hard drive. …
Why data backup is essential for your small business
Do you have contingency plans for data loss? An organisation’s data is hugely valuable, yet there is often a lethargic approach to keeping it safe! Data backups are essential to protect you from the impact of critical data being hacked, corrupted or lost….
Microsoft Copilot – what does it do and how can it help me?
Microsoft Copilot is a Microsoft 365 AI-powered tool that allows users to work more efficiently and so become more productive. For businesses, it can be a gamechanger. So what does Microsoft Copilot do, and how can it benefit you and your business?…
Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) – what are the risks to businesses?
Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) allows employees to use their personal devices such as laptops, smartphones and tablets for work. It has become a way of working that facilitates hybrid and remote working, so is seen as beneficial for both employees and employers….
Why legacy IT systems are putting your business at risk
Legacy IT systems are still being used by organisations of all sizes across the UK. The majority are no longer fit for purpose, but there is a reluctance to replace or update them, primarily because of cost and the fear of disruption. Complacency and “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” are other contributory factors!…
What is the difference between OneDrive and SharePoint?
OneDrive and SharePoint are both Microsoft 365 cloud storage platforms that are being increasingly adopted by SMEs and some larger businesses. But what’s the difference between OneDrive and SharePoint, and how could they be adopted within your business?…
What is the difference between business continuity and disaster recovery?
Business continuity planning (BCP) and disaster recovery planning (DRP) are often rolled into one IT strategy for protecting businesses. However, it is important to understand their differences and why one shouldn’t be implemented without the other….
AI and enhanced security and threat detection
For the cybersecurity of UK businesses, AI (artificial intelligence) has been a gamechanger. It detects and prevents threats with minimal human intervention, and automates incident response. …
Boosting business productivity with technology
Confidence in investing in new and existing tech is growing for UK businesses. Where there may have previously been resistance to spending money on new technologies, there is now a clearer understanding of how technology boosts productivity, and therefore growth….
Emerging IT trends and their impact on IT support
IT support is changing. This is a direct response to emerging IT trends and their rapid adoption by businesses. We examine how IT trends are influencing change in businesses and the way in which IT support providers adopt those trends in their own support processes….