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61. The Beginners Guide To Maintaining A Website 6/8/2016

    Having a website is an essential part of a modern business’ operation. A firm needs this vital tool to help get in touch with customers and put itself on the map. But a website isn’t a static thing. You can’t buy one off the shelf, simply plonk it online, and forget about it. You need to maintain it properly so it delivers the results you need. Here's how...

62. 10 Ways To Convince Customers To Upgrade To IP Video 5/31/2016

    While IP video solutions have been on the market for close to a decade, there are still a large number of end users that utilize analog systems. The number of these users that choose to migrate to an IP-based system is on the rise, and manufacturers, integrators, and A&Es continue to educate these organizations about the benefits of switching from their legacy analog systems to state-of-the-art, IP-based solutions.

63. Unique, Original Ways To Provide Value To Your Customers 5/25/2016

    Too often while walking a trade show floor, we’re caught up in the technology “price race to the bottom” — who has more megapixels, who can integrate with more partners, or who can manage the most access points. But in the race to be the best, many manufacturers can get caught up in the competition and forget about the main component in creating a successful business: customers. True service is rooted in the notion that organizations must provide significant value to customers in a number of ways.

64. Big Data Analytics: Real World Benefits For Retailers 5/17/2016

    Technology has positively impacted a wide variety of industries from finance to education to healthcare. The retail industry in particular has experienced one of the most radical technology transformations, the result of efforts to meet consumer demand for an increasingly personalized, on-demand shopping experience. Big Data analytics in particular have helped many retailers boost revenue and enhance the overall customer experience. In fact, 94 percent of retailers believe the customer of the future will be driven by technology.

65. 5 Questions To Help Evaluate Your Wireless Network Security 5/13/2016

    $400 million. That’s the estimated loss from 700 million compromised records caused by data breaches according to Verizon’s 2015 Data Breach Investigations Report. There’s no question data breaches are becoming a bigger threat to companies worldwide, particularly as their customers and employees rely more on technology to do their jobs — and as more and more devices are connected via the Internet of Things.

66. Understanding How Technology Deployment Impacts The POS System 5/13/2016

    Despite the Cloud’s obvious advantages, retailers should remember how much technology still needs thoughtful deployment and ongoing support in the store.

67. Two Factor Hack – Why Your Clients Might Not Be As Safe As You Think They Are 5/6/2016

    Two factor authentication (2fa) is available with many Internet sites and services (though you may need to manually choose to use it) and it can greatly increase the security of your clients’ accounts. Rather than simply relying on a static username and password, 2fa introduces a second authentication entry such as a onetime password sent via text to a cell phone, an ever-changing code entered from a physical token or token app on a smartphone, or a one-time password sent to an email address. Of these three options, there is one that is less secure and may even equate to a completely false sense of security.

68. No Business Is Too Small For Hackers 5/3/2016

    It's National Small Business Week, which means it’s time to celebrate the hard work you do and ensure that your business continues to grow.

69. 4 Reasons Your IT Sales Team Is Losing Customers 4/11/2016

    In B2B markets, personal relationships are critical. Companies invest significant time and resources into their sales teams which should use that effort to turn daily users into loyal advocates. After all, sales teams are a driving force when it comes to company growth, retention, and most importantly, keeping clients happy. Yet even the most powerful IT sales functions are often blindsided when a client decides to move on.

70. On The Fence About Creating Custom Apps? These Tips Will Get You Up And Running 3/28/2016

    In its report, The State Of Digital Business 2016 to 2020, Forrester found 46 percent of executives surveyed believe that in less than five years, digital will have an impact on more than half their sales. Digital transformation is everywhere, affecting every industry and individual. Enabled by mobility trends and a more flexible workplace, business can happen anywhere, any time.