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[ Categories ](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories "Categories") [ Tags ](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags "Tags") [ Categories: All Categories ](https://datalyst.net/javascript:void(0); "Categories") Search...Suggested keywords [ x ](https://datalyst.net/javascript:void(0);) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [How to Build Better File-Sharing Systems](https://datalyst.net/blog/how-to-build-better-file-sharing-systems) Monday, 09 September 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/best-practices) [ ![How to Build Better File-Sharing Systems](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/September_2024/09-09-24/b2ap3_large_FileSharing_411923402_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/how-to-build-better-file-sharing-systems "How to Build Better File-Sharing Systems") With collaboration playing center stage for most businesses, it’s no small wonder that file sharing is such a priority for SMBs. If you want to establish solid file-sharing practices, you need the right solutions. Today, we want to explore four ways you can establish an efficient and secure file-sharing platform. Tags: [Data](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/data) [Workplace Tips](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/workplace-tips) [Collaboration](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/collaboration) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/how-to-build-better-file-sharing-systems#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/how-to-build-better-file-sharing-systems) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Collaboration, Communication, and the Tech that Fuels Both](https://datalyst.net/blog/collaboration-communication-and-the-tech-that-fuels-both) Friday, 06 September 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Business](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/business) [ ![Collaboration, Communication, and the Tech that Fuels Both](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/September_2024/09-06-24/b2ap3_large_CollabComm_550201030_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/collaboration-communication-and-the-tech-that-fuels-both "Collaboration, Communication, and the Tech that Fuels Both") Collaboration is at the heart of any effective business. Most organizations today are trying to make the most of their limited resources, and one of the ways to do this is with a solid collaboration strategy. Here’s how you can do the same to avoid siloing tasks and squandering your workforce’s potential. Tags: [Best Practices](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/best-practices) [Communication](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/communication) [Collaboration](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/collaboration) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/collaboration-communication-and-the-tech-that-fuels-both#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/collaboration-communication-and-the-tech-that-fuels-both) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [The Right Way to Address IT Issues](https://datalyst.net/blog/the-right-way-to-address-it-issues) Wednesday, 04 September 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/best-practices) [ ![The Right Way to Address IT Issues](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/September_2024/09-04-24/b2ap3_large_it-issues_358318808_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/the-right-way-to-address-it-issues "The Right Way to Address IT Issues") Technology allows businesses to leverage high-impact practices, but only if that technology works the way it’s supposed to. Even simple issues with network connectivity problems, outdated technology, and cybersecurity can impact operations. The key to a successful technology deployment is understanding where potential disruptions could occur and taking measures to proactively address them ahead of time. Tags: [Best Practices](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/best-practices) [IT Support](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/it-support-1) [Business](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/business) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/the-right-way-to-address-it-issues#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/the-right-way-to-address-it-issues) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [13 Ways Managed IT Services Can Help Small Businesses Make or Save More Money](https://datalyst.net/blog/13-ways-managed-it-services-can-help-small-businesses-make-or-save-more-money) Tuesday, 03 September 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [IT Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/it-blog) [ ![13 Ways Managed IT Services Can Help Small Businesses Make or Save More Money](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_articles/1376/b2ap3_large_298701297_make_money_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/13-ways-managed-it-services-can-help-small-businesses-make-or-save-more-money "13 Ways Managed IT Services Can Help Small Businesses Make or Save More Money") It’s easy to look at IT services (and most technology investments) as an expense. We’re not going to argue against that. Even in our own business, we know we need to pay a lot of money for hardware, software licenses, subscriptions, and internal labor, employee training, certifications, and a whole lot more just to keep things running smoothly for ourselves and our clients. It also might seem a little funny that an IT services provider is talking about how IT services can help your business be more profitable. At first glance, that might feel sort of like a bakery telling you that donuts are the key to losing weight. But I have your attention so far, and it’s likely because you understand that modern technology is inherently designed to make you and your staff more effective and productive. It’s not designed to simply be an expense, and if you implement it properly and measure it, much of the time technology can be shown to help organizations do more in less time. This article explores 13 ways these services can help small businesses save or make more money. Tags: [IT Services](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/it-services) [Saving Money](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/saving-money) [Small Business](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/small-business) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/13-ways-managed-it-services-can-help-small-businesses-make-or-save-more-money#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/13-ways-managed-it-services-can-help-small-businesses-make-or-save-more-money) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Tip of the Week: How to Properly Calculate Time in a Spreadsheet](https://datalyst.net/blog/tip-of-the-week-how-to-properly-calculate-time-in-a-spreadsheet) Monday, 02 September 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Tip of the Week](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/tip-of-the-week) [ ![Tip of the Week: How to Properly Calculate Time in a Spreadsheet](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/September_2024/09-02-24/b2ap3_large_time-sheet_66486290_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/tip-of-the-week-how-to-properly-calculate-time-in-a-spreadsheet "Tip of the Week: How to Properly Calculate Time in a Spreadsheet") It isn’t a secret that working with different times in a spreadsheet can be a real pain… even if you’re just trying to add them all up. Fortunately (and a little unsurprisingly), this is because these programs have a specific function to accomplish this. Let’s review the process you should follow in your spreadsheet program, whether you use Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets. 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