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Video: 3 Signs You Need a Shared CIO, Part 1

By June 25, 2020July 24th, 2020Consulting, Leadership, Videos

How do you know when it’s time to consult with a Shared CIO? Ryan Pieken discusses the first reason: If you’re not sure that you’re getting the most out of your IT.


In-House IT

IT Support Decision: In-House IT vs MSP

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In the digital era that we are in now, there is no question why reliable IT support is a must for all businesses. Recently, if you want to stay productive, competitive, secure, or relevant in your industry, you need to have the proper technology in place. Ultimately, you also need capable In-House IT professionals to handle all these tech needs. The big question for many business owners is whether to hire an in-house team or to partner with a managed services provider. Both options have pros and cons. To make the right choice, you need to analyze the many differences…
IT red flags

5 IT Red Flags for Your Business

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Companies are increasingly reliant on technology for different aspects of their operations. IT has indeed come a long way and is now instrumental in the growth of many businesses, but it is still far from perfect. The more technology evolves, the more unwanted issues can arise with its use or misuse. So, how will you know these IT red flags if you do not have professional IT training? As a non-technical person, you might not have the skills to address IT red flags, but you could identify common IT industry warning signs if you knew what they were. By knowing…
Hacker AI

Hacker AI vs. Security AI: Understanding the Difference

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Artificial intelligence is an incredible kind of technology that simulates human intelligence. Through machine learning, AI acquires information that enables them to perform actions that are traditionally only done by humans. This kind of technology brings vast benefits to just about everyone. But at the same time, it also presents security risks, especially to organizations and businesses. This is because a hacker can use AI and use it to wreak havoc! It’s quite ironic that the same technology is used to benefit and harm businesses. It is this very nature of AI that makes it confusing as to whether it…