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In the world of manufacturing, distribution, shipping, and other related industries, supply chain risk management is a key operational goal. Focusing on supply chain risk management reduces the chances that a disruption will have a direct impact on a company's productivity — and profitability. It allows a company to maintain business continuity, either providing goods and services to other businesses or consumers, by reducing the possibility of errors, malicious incursions, and many other problematic issues.

Topics: Managed IT, #SupplyChain, #cybersecurity, MSP, managed service provider, cyber security for supply chain, supply chain risk management

This year, manufacturing organizations continue to rebuild their workforce — and their profitability — by focusing on the areas where the pandemic impacted them in the most profound ways. Some manufacturers will focus on readjusting supply chain networks to better serve evolving consumer demands. Others will target the rebuilding of revenue streams. No matter how they pursue the process of rebuilding, manufacturing organizations can create a bigger impact and move more quickly toward goals with the help of a partner that understands digital initiatives.

Topics: Managed IT, #Manufacturing, MSP, managed service provider, managed it services, higher manufacturing output

Energy and utility companies seem to have a target on their backs when it comes to cybersecurity. Hackers are financially motivated, and with more of these companies paying ransoms for stolen data, hackers are becoming bolder — and more demanding.

Topics: Managed IT, #energy, #cybersecurity, utilities

In 2020, the coronavirus pandemic forced businesses from all industries to take a closer look at their operations and move toward a more digital environment. Digital transformation was a buzzword and the shift to remote work and hybrid office environments only accelerated the trend. As expected, the resulting interest in digital technologies saw the managed services industry explode, with a market size that should reach $319.5 billion by 2024. 

Topics: Managed IT, #Marketing, MSP, managed service provider, outcome-based service provided, advertising, public relations

The housing market was on hold for many months last year as the coronavirus pandemic forced new hardships on both buyers and sellers. Today, the market remains tight with demand for housing far outpacing supply.

Topics: Managed IT, #RealEstate, Managed services, choosing the right MSP, the power of managed IT and real estate, Managed IT and real estate, how managed IT and real estate work together, combining managed IT and real estate

In order to stay relevant and deliver the kind of services your constituents demand, modern government agencies must be able to withstand disruption and disaster — without missing a beat.

Topics: document management, government, Managed IT, #cybersecurity, Document management for government agencies, benefits of document management, w to use document management, advantages of document management

Managed IT services are a critical element for many businesses. Both companies that have small or no internal IT departments and those with IT departments that are overwhelmed with tasks can benefit from help from a competent Managed Services Provider (MSP).

Topics: Managed IT, #cybersecurity, Disaster recovery, Implementing a Managed IT strategy, cloud environment, data backup, Implementing a Managed IT Strategy for business, critical elements of a strong IT program, choosing the right MSP, MSP

Digital transformation — the process of integrating digitally-based technologies into every level of your organization, both internal and external — can help manufacturers revolutionize their business processes.

Topics: Managed IT, #Manufacturing, digital transformation, digital transformation optimizes manufacturing, Artificial intelligence, Machine learning, competitive advantages, predictive maintenance, how digital transformation optimizes manufacturing

With cloud computing becoming more widespread and accessible, many nonprofits are leveraging its considerable benefits to increase donations, improve productivity, and revolutionize the way they do business. And yet, some organizations are still hesitant to adopt this technology.

Topics: Managed IT, #Nonprofit, Cloud computing for nonprofits, Cloud computing, benefits of cloud computing for nonprofits, s for cloud computing for nonprofits, nonprofits, advantages of cloud computing for nonprofits

Government agencies and social services organizations typically handle large amounts of sensitive and personal information about individuals that must be protected from cyber threats.

Topics: government, Managed IT, #cybersecurity, Cybersecurity is crucial to government, Disaster recovery, why cybersecurity is crucial to government, cybersecurity is crucial to government agencies, Backup, Cyberattack, Cyberthreat, cybersecurity is crucial to government entities