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[ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Two Common Issues that Create Inefficiency and What to Do About Them](https://datalyst.net/blog/two-common-issues-that-create-inefficiency-and-what-to-do-about-them) Friday, 27 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) [ ![Two Common Issues that Create Inefficiency and What to Do About Them](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/September_2024/09-27-24/b2ap3_large_OldtoNew_67205049_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/two-common-issues-that-create-inefficiency-and-what-to-do-about-them "Two Common Issues that Create Inefficiency and What to Do About Them") Efficiency is extremely important for any business to maintain consistent revenue generation. Technology is a big part of that. Today, we’ll discuss two ways that technology can help build a more efficient business. Tags: [Efficiency](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/efficiency) [Automation](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/automation) [Business](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/business) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/two-common-issues-that-create-inefficiency-and-what-to-do-about-them#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/two-common-issues-that-create-inefficiency-and-what-to-do-about-them) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Six Benefits of Unifying Your Business’ Communications](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content/six-benefits-of-unifying-your-business-communications) Thursday, 26 September 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Newsletter](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content) [ ![Six Benefits of Unifying Your Business’ Communications](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/October_2024_Newsletters/1.0/b2ap3_large_UnifiedComms_456116393_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content/six-benefits-of-unifying-your-business-communications "Six Benefits of Unifying Your Business’ Communications") Streamlining communications for small businesses can significantly boost efficiency and elevate overall performance. However, achieving this isn’t as simple as just deciding to implement it. This month, we’ll explore some key advantages that a unified communications platform can offer. Tags: [Technology](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/technology) [VoIp](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/voip) [Communication](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/communication) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content/six-benefits-of-unifying-your-business-communications#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content/six-benefits-of-unifying-your-business-communications) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [2 Technologies That Bring Innovation to Backup and Disaster Recovery](https://datalyst.net/blog/2-technologies-that-bring-innovation-to-backup-and-disaster-recovery) Wednesday, 25 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) [ ![2 Technologies That Bring Innovation to Backup and Disaster Recovery](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/September_2024/09-25-24/b2ap3_large_BDR_372632990_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/2-technologies-that-bring-innovation-to-backup-and-disaster-recovery "2 Technologies That Bring Innovation to Backup and Disaster Recovery") Other than the innovative jump from tape, data backup hasn’t seen too many great leaps forward, so to speak. Sure, businesses don’t have to worry about resource-intensive manual backups anymore, but the standard approach is so rock-solid that innovation isn’t necessarily needed at this point. Today, we are exploring the backup and disaster recovery process and how modern-day solutions have made an effective tool even better. Tags: [Backup](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/backup) [Cloud](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/cloud) [Disaster Recovery](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/disaster-recovery) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/2-technologies-that-bring-innovation-to-backup-and-disaster-recovery#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/2-technologies-that-bring-innovation-to-backup-and-disaster-recovery) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Tip of the Month: Setting Up a Powerful Wi-Fi Network](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content/tip-of-the-month-setting-up-a-powerful-wi-fi-network) Tuesday, 24 September 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Newsletter](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content) [ ![Tip of the Month: Setting Up a Powerful Wi-Fi Network](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/October_2024_Newsletters/1.0/b2ap3_large_WiFiTips_189283052_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content/tip-of-the-month-setting-up-a-powerful-wi-fi-network "Tip of the Month: Setting Up a Powerful Wi-Fi Network") Every business has to choose how they network their office. Most businesses choose the ease and convenience of wireless networking to allow their employees the freedom to use their mobile devices, IoT tools, and other devices. This month, we look at some of the best tips for setting up your organization’s Wi-Fi network. Tags: [Best Practices](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/best-practices) [WiFi](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/wifi) [User Tips](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/user-tips) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content/tip-of-the-month-setting-up-a-powerful-wi-fi-network#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content/tip-of-the-month-setting-up-a-powerful-wi-fi-network) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Music is Being Lost to Failing Hard Drives, Reminding Us of a Few Best Practices](https://datalyst.net/blog/music-is-being-lost-to-failing-hard-drives-reminding-us-of-a-few-best-practices) Monday, 23 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) [ ![Music is Being Lost to Failing Hard Drives, Reminding Us of a Few Best Practices](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/September_2024/09-23-24/b2ap3_large_MusicDied_216438554_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/music-is-being-lost-to-failing-hard-drives-reminding-us-of-a-few-best-practices "Music is Being Lost to Failing Hard Drives, Reminding Us of a Few Best Practices") Nostalgia is a powerful force. It can drive us to look to the past for things we once loved, such as the music we listened to over the years. However, what if the music you loved was lost forever? This could be the case for many, as older hard drives that archive this music have been discovered to have failed. Let’s examine the situation to see what lessons any small-to-medium-sized business can learn. Tags: [Data](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/data) [Backup](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/backup) [Hardware](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/hardware) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/music-is-being-lost-to-failing-hard-drives-reminding-us-of-a-few-best-practices#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/music-is-being-lost-to-failing-hard-drives-reminding-us-of-a-few-best-practices) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Three Security Innovations Designed to Keep Business Networks Secure](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content/three-security-innovations-designed-to-keep-business-networks-secure) Saturday, 21 September 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Newsletter](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content) [ ![Three Security Innovations Designed to Keep Business Networks Secure](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/October_2024_Newsletters/1.0/b2ap3_large_SecurityInnovation_83234812_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content/three-security-innovations-designed-to-keep-business-networks-secure "Three Security Innovations Designed to Keep Business Networks Secure") Organizational cybersecurity is more important than ever, with an increasing number of threats requiring constant vigilance. To stay ahead of these dangers, cybersecurity experts and network administrators are continuously developing new solutions. This month, we’ll highlight three key innovations that are helping businesses navigate the evolving cybersecurity landscape. Tags: [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Network Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/network-security) [AI](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/ai) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content/three-security-innovations-designed-to-keep-business-networks-secure#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content/three-security-innovations-designed-to-keep-business-networks-secure) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Do Everything You Can to Minimize Downtime](https://datalyst.net/blog/do-everything-you-can-to-minimize-downtime) Friday, 20 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) [ ![Do Everything You Can to Minimize Downtime](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/September_2024/09-20-24/b2ap3_large_operations_165506301_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/do-everything-you-can-to-minimize-downtime "Do Everything You Can to Minimize Downtime") Unexpected downtime can wreak havoc on businesses large and small, which is especially bad when so many paths lead to it. Let’s explore some of downtime’s causes, and equally importantly, how it can be avoided. Tags: [Saving Money](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/saving-money) [IT Services](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/it-services) [Efficiency](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/efficiency) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/do-everything-you-can-to-minimize-downtime#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/do-everything-you-can-to-minimize-downtime) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Tip of the Week: Sharing Large Files Efficiently](https://datalyst.net/blog/tip-of-the-week-sharing-large-files-efficiently) Wednesday, 18 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: Sharing Large Files Efficiently](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/September_2024/09-18-24/b2ap3_large_ShareLargeFile_931535958_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/tip-of-the-week-sharing-large-files-efficiently "Tip of the Week: Sharing Large Files Efficiently") Collaboration is key to modern business operations, and that often involves sharing files of various sizes. Historically, sharing large files has been a challenge, but technology has made this process much easier. Here are some simple ways to share large files with your team. Tags: [Data](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/data) [Collaboration](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/collaboration) [Tip of the Week](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/tip-of-the-week) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/tip-of-the-week-sharing-large-files-efficiently#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/tip-of-the-week-sharing-large-files-efficiently) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Keep an Eye Out for the Hallmarks of Malware](https://datalyst.net/blog/keep-an-eye-out-for-the-hallmarks-of-malware) Monday, 16 September 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Technology](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/technology) [ ![Keep an Eye Out for the Hallmarks of Malware](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/September_2024/09-16-24/b2ap3_large_Malware_59716338_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/keep-an-eye-out-for-the-hallmarks-of-malware "Keep an Eye Out for the Hallmarks of Malware") Malware is everywhere on the Internet and you don’t want it. From spyware and adware to ransomware there is never anything good that comes from this malicious code. Today, we will outline a few ways you can tell that your computer, workstation, or mobile device has some form of malware on it. Tags: [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/best-practices) [Malware](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/malware) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/keep-an-eye-out-for-the-hallmarks-of-malware#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/keep-an-eye-out-for-the-hallmarks-of-malware) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [What’s Going on With Telegram and the State of Encrypted Communication?](https://datalyst.net/blog/what-s-going-on-with-telegram-and-the-state-of-encrypted-communication) Friday, 13 September 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![What’s Going on With Telegram and the State of Encrypted Communication?](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/September_2024/09-13-24/b2ap3_large_telegram_854487245_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/what-s-going-on-with-telegram-and-the-state-of-encrypted-communication "What’s Going on With Telegram and the State of Encrypted Communication?") Sorry for the loaded title. There’s a lot to talk about, even for those of you who don’t use or even know what Telegram is. We’ll try to sum this up, because we think there is a lot to say about security and the nature of technology in this, and like all things these days, there’s some odd rabble-rousing about this whole series of events. Who’s up for a wild ride? Tags: [Social Media](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/social-media) [Current Events](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/current-events) [Communication](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/communication) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/what-s-going-on-with-telegram-and-the-state-of-encrypted-communication#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/what-s-going-on-with-telegram-and-the-state-of-encrypted-communication) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Benefits of Outsourcing IT Services for Eastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island Businesses](https://datalyst.net/blog/benefits-of-outsourcing-it-services-for-eastern-massachusetts-and-rhode-island-businesses) Thursday, 12 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) [ ![Benefits of Outsourcing IT Services for Eastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island Businesses](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_articles/1388/b2ap3_large_748256906_Managed_IT_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/benefits-of-outsourcing-it-services-for-eastern-massachusetts-and-rhode-island-businesses "Benefits of Outsourcing IT Services for Eastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island Businesses") ## Eastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island Managed IT Services and IT Solutions—Drive Your Business Forward! Many Eastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island businesses have been turning to outsourcing IT services to providers like Datalyst. This offers access to expert tech support, advanced IT solutions, and can even lead to cost savings. Let’s dive into the benefits of outsourcing IT services for Eastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island businesses. We'll explore how it can enhance operations, boost security, and support business growth. Tags: [IT Services](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/it-services) [IT Support](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/it-support-1) [Outsourced IT](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/outsourced-it) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/benefits-of-outsourcing-it-services-for-eastern-massachusetts-and-rhode-island-businesses#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/benefits-of-outsourcing-it-services-for-eastern-massachusetts-and-rhode-island-businesses) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Tip of the Week: Use Google Lens for Greater Search Functionality](https://datalyst.net/blog/tip-of-the-week-use-google-lens-for-greater-search-functionality) Wednesday, 11 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: Use Google Lens for Greater Search Functionality](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/September_2024/09-11-24/b2ap3_large_StrongSearch_413186499_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/tip-of-the-week-use-google-lens-for-greater-search-functionality "Tip of the Week: Use Google Lens for Greater Search Functionality") Google Lens lets you do some cool things with your mobile device, even if it sometimes feels a bit niche. Google Chrome also has functionality that allows you to use Google Lens to search for anything visible in the browser. For example, it can detect images and text, or still images captured from video, to return results. Today, we want to highlight how you can use this neat functionality! Tags: [Google](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/google) [Quick Tips](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/quick-tips) [User Tips](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/user-tips) [Tip of the Week](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/tip-of-the-week) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/tip-of-the-week-use-google-lens-for-greater-search-functionality#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/tip-of-the-week-use-google-lens-for-greater-search-functionality) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Mitigating Cyber Risks Associated with Hybrid Workers](https://datalyst.net/blog/mitigating-cyber-risks-associated-with-hybrid-workers) Tuesday, 10 September 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![Mitigating Cyber Risks Associated with Hybrid Workers](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_articles/1380/b2ap3_large_871765375_Hybrid_Security_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/mitigating-cyber-risks-associated-with-hybrid-workers "Mitigating Cyber Risks Associated with Hybrid Workers") Everyone is going to have a different opinion on remote work. Plenty of statistics show that it leads to happier, more productive workers. There is a rapidly growing number of professionals who will make career decisions based on whether or not they can work remotely. At the same time, some industry leaders are blaming lackluster product launches and poor company culture on remote and hybrid work. While more often than not, the negatives of remote work end up being situational or improperly framed, it’s also not a guarantee that hybrid or remote work always has immediate gains. The shift to remote and hybrid work models has brought new cybersecurity challenges to the forefront as well. As employees toggle between office and remote work, the risk landscape expands. Maintaining a secure environment is crucial. While we think remote work is here to stay for a large percentage of organizations, it’s important to understand and mitigate the risks that come with it. Let’s delve into best practices for hybrid work security. Tags: [Remote](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/remote) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Users](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/users) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/mitigating-cyber-risks-associated-with-hybrid-workers#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/mitigating-cyber-risks-associated-with-hybrid-workers) [ ![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. Tags: [Data](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/data) [Quick Tips](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/quick-tips) [Software](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/software) [Tip of the Week](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/tip-of-the-week) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/tip-of-the-week-how-to-properly-calculate-time-in-a-spreadsheet#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/tip-of-the-week-how-to-properly-calculate-time-in-a-spreadsheet) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Data is a Great Thing to Have (Assuming It’s Well-Managed)](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content/data-is-a-great-thing-to-have-assuming-it-s-well-managed) Saturday, 31 August 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Newsletter](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content) [ ![Data is a Great Thing to Have (Assuming It’s Well-Managed)](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/September_2024_Newsletters/1.0/b2ap3_large_LEAD_DataSunk_422983303_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content/data-is-a-great-thing-to-have-assuming-it-s-well-managed "Data is a Great Thing to Have (Assuming It’s Well-Managed)") There’s no doubt that data is valuable. It can improve many different aspects of a business, most notably operations, customer relations, and marketing. The more data you have, the more specific actions you can take to improve your business. But it can also be a real problem if you don’t have a plan for managing it. Let’s discuss some problems your data can present and how to avoid them. Tags: [Data](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/data) [Technology](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/technology) [Business](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/business) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content/data-is-a-great-thing-to-have-assuming-it-s-well-managed#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content/data-is-a-great-thing-to-have-assuming-it-s-well-managed) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Managing Health Technology Has Its Challenges](https://datalyst.net/blog/managing-health-technology-has-its-challenges) Friday, 30 August 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Miscellaneous](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/miscellaneous) [ ![Managing Health Technology Has Its Challenges](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/August_2024/08-30-24/b2ap3_large_digitalHealth_94470351_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/managing-health-technology-has-its-challenges "Managing Health Technology Has Its Challenges") As technology continues to gain prominence in healthcare, it plays an increasingly vital role. Advancements in technology have allowed the healthcare industry to stabilize costs, improve access, and personalize care delivery—objectives that were challenging in the past. These benefits come with a potential downside: data privacy issues, which are becoming more concerning as technology advances. 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