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Project managers can be invaluable strategic partners, but there are also many who are only interested in making a quick buck while providing little or no support. A talented and effective project manager is an entirely different character — someone who can lead by example, create a cohesive team, and help you maximize your return on investment.

Technology may be getting simpler from an end-user perspective but, behind the scenes, it has never been more complicated. Today, businesses have to contend with an increasingly diverse tech landscape that comprises traditional in-house computing resources, cloud-hosted solutions, and mobile devices.

Technology continues to drive profound change in the way people buy and consume goods, and this has radically transformed business processes, too. It has also placed organizations under increasing pressure to innovate, yet they’re not quite sure where to start.

The fact that most of us take modern technology for granted is one of the main reasons why security breaches and unscheduled downtime are among the biggest threats to organizations today. While end-user experiences are getting better all the time, the underlying infrastructure is dizzyingly complex, and things aren’t getting any easier for businesses that are still struggling to get the most out of their in-house systems.

Business technology continues to evolve so quickly that complaining about it has become a cliché. Although many small-business owners appreciate how much IT has improved efficiency within their organizations, they’re understandably anxious about keeping up with the times.

There’s no denying that cybersecurity is complicated. Attack surfaces are larger than ever today, now that smartphones, cloud computing, and internet-connected devices are ubiquitous in the modern workplace. Hackers are getting bolder, and their reach is getting wider.

Most business owners have a modicum of understanding regarding the impact of information technology on the people, processes, and products that comprise a new operation. However, very few are aware of just how much attention IT solutions need in both the short and long term.

Given today’s cutthroat competition, many businesses will have a hard time getting ahead without the use of technology. Even small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) rely on desktops, laptops, and mobile devices as well as various software for their daily operations.

Depending on how you approach it, new technology can either be a boon or a bane for your organization. Without proper planning, the chances of investing in the wrong technology are enormous, and you can easily end up in a situation less desirable than before.

Cybercrime losses are continually increasing, either in cost or in number of accounts affected. In 2013, the global average cost of cybercrime was at $7.2 million. Five years later, it increased to $11.7 million. In 2018, three of the top 10 largest data breaches of all time happened, affecting around 750 million accounts.