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2022-08-17 13:36:23
How much do you need to understand your business IT to change your IT support supplier?
One question we get asked a lot as IT support providers is around how much visibility an organisation needs of their existing IT arrangements if they are thinking about switching IT support partners. In this blog, we consider how much you need to know. Do you really need to have a good overview of...
2022-07-19 13:00:00
Does IT Outsourcing Make Sense Financially?
Is outsourcing right for you? Specifically, would outsourcing part or all of your IT operations make financial sense? The Grant McGregor team talks through the benefits and compromises, so you can make an informed choice. The decision about whether to outsource your IT operations isn’t only a...
2022-07-19 08:00:00
What is Azure Virtual Desktop? And do I need it?
Microsoft launched Azure Virtual Desktop in 2021 as a progression from its Windows Virtual Desktop solution. In the wake of the pandemic and the associated move to remote working, such remote desktop solutions have garnered a lot of interest. In this article, we’ll dig into the detail of Azure...
2022-05-30 14:32:53
Your guide to creating an effective enrolment policy for users and devices
People are often said to be the “weakest link” or the “first line of defence” in your cyber strategy. But what happens when they aren’t there? But all their connected devices and accounts are? That’s why an effective enrolment policy is essential. What happens in your organisation when someone...
2022-05-09 13:05:06
A guide to making hybrid work over the long term
What is the future of remote work now that pandemic restrictions have been lifted? Will hybrid be the new “new normal”? And, if so, how can you make it work for the long term? The Grant McGregor team considers a few tips to help make hybrid work for your organisation and your people.
2022-05-03 09:29:00
What does the new normal look like now?
We’ve not heard a lot about the “new normal” recently. In our rush to put the pandemic behind us, the conversation has moved on. But there remain issues we need to be thinking about in the new post-pandemic world. We’ve heard a lot about how the pandemic lockdowns forced organisations to fast-track...
2022-04-28 09:42:34
How to implement multi-factor authentication
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) adds an extra layer of protection for your network access and user accounts. It costs little or nothing and is easy to implement – so, if you haven’t already, it’s a good idea to implement MFA.
2022-04-25 16:02:54
Businesses are spending more on IT this year
As a business owner or manager, you know how important good IT is. Your business couldn’t function without it. Your IT isn’t just about computers and data. It’s everything from your phone system, to your printers, to where you access your documents.
2022-04-20 13:57:18
Should you have one IT Support Partner – or several?
Should you stick to the one IT partner? Or is there a case to be made for working with more than one IT company? The Grant McGregor team considers your options. When we begin thinking about whether it’s a good idea to have a single or multiple IT partners, there is a general thought that opting to...
