Technology Costs Should be Variable, Not Fixed
The COVID-19 pandemic has made businesses painfully aware of their fixed operating costs. The largest fixed costs are people, often followed by office space. Some
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The COVID-19 pandemic has made businesses painfully aware of their fixed operating costs. The largest fixed costs are people, often followed by office space. Some
[vimeo 410306204 w=384 h=339] Business owners are constantly bombarded with information about fiscal responsibility and how to avoid incurring more expenses than necessary. But sometimes
The sudden shift in how we work has been challenging for many businesses. For some, it validated their technology platforms; for others, it exposed their
Remote access and collaboration have been key components of Stringfellow technology roadmaps since 2006. It all started with moving users to “hosted” Exchange mailboxes, which
Status is now a communications tool in your office, not something to brag about! What we are talking about is the usage of the Status
Patrick Lencioni’s book, The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, clearly shows that Trust is the basis for developing high performing teams. Until this is addressed,
Today marks the last day that Microsoft will provide updates for the Windows 7 operating system. Depending on who you talk to, your computer may
If your business and technology planning are out of sync, it may be time for a technology phase shift. Fortunately technology capability is not cumulative,
The DIY (do it yourself) movement has taken off with the advent of social media. Pinterest runs an entire business off of it! The two
Microsoft Teams is fast becoming the go-to application for managing communication and information flow within organizations. We wrote HERE about how Teams will be supplanting
It is time to shift your focus from managing devices to managing your data. The threat landscape changes quickly but the target remains the same,
Cybersecurity has finally been elevated to a “standard” in the business world. A business of ANY size needs to have a cybersecurity as part of
MFA is no longer optional in today’s threat landscape. Over three YEARS ago we started talking to our Clients about utilizing MFA, as passwords are
The first step to improve your business productivity is to understand the three illusions executives have about internal IT versus outsourcing. These illusions are reinforced
Netflix has changed the way we consume video content, and grown into a streaming giant. A key to their success was knowing what parts of
Congratulations, you are part of a growing business that is about to make an acquisition! All the financials are thoroughly reviewed, corporate culture is synergistic,
Large technology companies are masters of technology consolidation, think Microsoft, Salesforce, and Apple. They watch new technologies emerge from other groups, and then buy or
Email is the defacto communication standard in business today. This is interesting considering the first email sent was in 1971, and the fax machine has
If what physical device you are using determines what applications and services you have access to, it’s time to reevaluate your technology setup! It still
Digital natives will not hang around long with a company that still things the world is flat! This shift of mentality is real and happening
Debt refers to the state of owing something, usually money, to another party in the future. Technical debt is when you “borrow” from your company’s
Delegating is a key driver for growth and scalability in your business. You can’t do it all! Delegation does not remove responsibility, so you still
There is a time limit in sporting events is because there has to be a loser. Don’t put a time limit on relationship building, rather
[vimeo 313262571 w=384 h=339] Technology is NOT always the answer to your business needs or issues. In the video we discuss four common areas where
Client retention is an important metric for any business, especially those with a high customer acquisition cost (CAC). The old saying it’s always easier to
First, no technology platform provides 100% uptime, period. Technology is too complex for that level of reliability. The car has been around for about 120
Do you run your technology like a plane, train, or automobile? All three will get you from point A to point B but in different
Go ahead and reread the headline again; it’s correct. We have reached the limit of technology, making us more productive, and entered the era of
Would you build a power or water filtration plant for your business? The answer for 99% of us is no, which would make no sense. Many
The technology space is known for innovative, rapidly growing companies. The downside is finding your technology provider has moved “upmarket” and left you behind. This
Many groups provide a weekly, Onsite IT “visit” to make sure that their customer’s technology is working properly. This is based on an hourly billing
Making a decision is the first step towards maximizing return. Until that happens, we are operating in the theoretical world, not reality. Once you have
How is making a decision about what to purchase for dinner different from buying a new car? Those differences are pretty obvious. What about the
Business is all about making good decisions and then executing them. Deciding what products and services your business buys is a key driver of your
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,
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 deep experience growing companies across the US, Brett brings his expertise to every engagement and a strategic, customer-oriented approach to business relationships.
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.
