A cost first mentality will land you in last place
Is the first item you review when making a decision the cost? Do you think in terms of what you can (or can’t) afford? When
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Is the first item you review when making a decision the cost? Do you think in terms of what you can (or can’t) afford? When
Productivity growth in the US has stalled out over the past several years. Productivity is the measure of output in good or services per hour
A good partner can make a big difference in the performance of your INTERNAL teams. Finance partners with accounting firms, legal with outside council, and
We have all heard the adage, “it takes money to make money”, and this holds true even with technology. Lack of proper investment in technology
If you wanted a reliable source of milk back in the day, you owned a cow. There was no reliable distribution network or steady supply
The emergency room is the last place anyone wants to be. It means that something unplanned and usually painful has occurred. To make matters worse,
When you have no plan, everything seems like a good idea. Think about that for a minute. How many times in your business do you
Your business should be unique in some way. It’s what we call a competitive advantage. If there is no uniqueness, you compete on price, which
Congratulations, you are a growing company, and now it’s time to hire an IT Director. Or is it? This role has evolved significantly over the
Your business reputation is important; you should protect it properly and train your people! Years of work go into building it, but it only takes
The new business initiative has been planned and deliverables defined, but why did it not product results? Often, we define deliverables that actually don’t tie
The goal of life in many ways is to be comfortable. Comfort can improve financial, health, or physical aspects of your life. This should never
We all know the feeling of taking “time off” and wondering how much work we can fit in during the vacation. Spring Break is mandatory
“Those younger folks handling our technology, they know how it works,” says the business owner who has delegated all technology decisions to anyone under 30.
The shift from processing “information” to gathering “intelligence” in your business is critical to long term success. There is a big difference. Intelligent Technology is a
Does your business need an Intelligent Technology transformation? Not just a new coat of paint, but a serious remodeling. Like that starter house you bought,
Doing more with less, also known as increasing productivity. This important concept is how employees enjoy a higher standard of living due to increased wages,
Would you rather have consistent results or random flashes of greatness? Do you want a business that improves over time and is managed with the
Ever driven down the road in a car that was out of alignment? When you let go of the wheel, the car starts going in
The shift from processing “information” to gathering “intelligence” in your business is critical to long term success. There is a big difference. Intelligent Technology is
How to increase profit of your company or department is usually the #1 Goal of Business Owners and managers. The best way to do this
“Am I getting what I’m paying for?” This is a question every business leader should ask themselves about each their budget lines items at least
Alignment of Revenue and Technology Expense is key to building an organization that can handle both the ups and downs that will occur in the
There will always be mistakes, oversights, and course adjustments made in any business. It’s human nature and how we learn. The goal of leadership should
Would you ever pre-pay for your electricity or water service years in advance, knowing that if you used LESS you would pay MORE and if
The basis for technology is the network, which affects EVERYTHING. Switches historically have only been replaced when they physically died, and firewalls have been kept
Software development has changed fundamentally in the past ten years and drastically changed hardware lifecycles. There used to be major releases every 2-4 years, and
Avoid a technology blowout with regular technology alignment. We have all been riding down the road in our car and had it “pull” to one
Shift your thinking on technology spending…. Once your business reaches a certain size, the impact of technology increases dramatically. Downtime becomes very painful, support requests
Would you consider NOT having a general business liability insurance policy? What about insurance for your property and equipment? Of course, you wouldn’t! So take Cyber
In the business of IT, it’s helpful to look at each piece separately…. The first part is about INFORMATION, which is key to running your
Subscriptions have been around forever. Columbia House Music, wine-of-the-month, magazines, and all our favorite streaming music and TV services are subscriptions. The subscription trend will
Cash is King. IT Capex vs Opex can help you keep more cash flowing. Cash is king, and anyone who tells you otherwise hasn’t run
Businesses Accept Technical Risks Without Knowing It.. Stringfellow Can Help. There are various ways you can address risks in a business environment. A quick web
Not Surprising…. Another article about significant shifts in the MSP industry towards the cloud. It surprises me that this is surprising! We have been recommending
Phones Occupy a Special Place In the Technology World. They are one of the few devices that haven’t changed since Alexander Graham Bell’s first call.
Digital Haves and Have Nots The debate about whether the future is analog or digital ended in the 80’s. Once a PC was put on
Don’t Get Caught in Your Vendor’s Business Model Transition You cannot serve two masters. Some would say it’s Biblical, but I also think it is
“What are IT Managed Services?” Does anyone really know what IT Managed Services are anymore? They have certainly evolved over time, but let’s clear up
“Lost Data Should Be a Thing of the Past” Data is the lifeblood of all businesses today, without it businesses cannot function. The moment you
“What ‘We are in Good Shape’ and ‘We are Happy’ really mean…” How many times has a friend or your spouse asked, “How are you?”
Did Technology Kill the “Snow Day”? If you are from the north please substitute “blizzard” for every time I say “snow” and we will all
Cloud Storage + Fast Network = Less Local Storage What are the three most important specs people focus on when purchasing a new computer? Let’s
Another day, another technology acronym to learn Today, we are talking about Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). If you have ever used an ATM card, you have
How often have you heard, “Well, just ask the young folks, they know how all this tech stuff works?” I often talk about technology with
Would you expect the Chevy dealer to tell you that the new model Ford would better fit your family’s needs? Is your local retailer going to
The server-less future is closer than you think. I have been predicting that Microsoft would soon allow workstations to be joined directly to their Office
Penton Technology Names Stringfellow Technology Group, Inc. to the MSPmentor 501 Global Edition 8th Annual Report Identifies World’s Top 501 Managed Service Providers (MSPs) Nashville,
by: Edward Stringfellow There are new options for tablets, fablets, and laptops coming out every day. Many of these devices are targeted towards consumers and
We work best with growing firms who want proactive, executive-level IT strategy, not just help desk tickets.
If that’s you, we’d love to talk.
What You’ll Get From The Conversation:
With over 25 years of business technology experience, Glenn leads our efforts in delivering reliable IT to growing businesses looking to achieve success.
With over 25 years of growing and leading businesses, Jay understands firsthand the challenges leaders face and strive for resolution and growth.
With over 25 years of business technology experience, Glenn leads our efforts in delivering reliable IT to growing businesses looking to achieve success.
With her experience to translate business challenges into clear, practical solutions. Karen helps organizations design strategies to achieve success.
