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The success of any small- to mid-sized business (SMB) depends on whether its IT aligns with its business strategy and complements its operations. However, it’s not uncommon for SMBs to encounter the following problems:

Network downtime that lowers productivity

Unexpected, expensive repairs

Slow and unreliable network that affects efficiency

Inadequate IT staff

If you’re an SMB, you’ll do well to turn to a managed IT services provider (MSP) like Online Computers for your IT requirements.

In 2006, major companies like Amazon and Google started using the term “cloud computing” to mean using the internet to access software, files, and even computing power. Today, cloud computing is essential to the success of any business. In particular, small- and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) benefit a lot from using the cloud.

For small- to mid-sized businesses (SMBs), employee productivity is crucial to success. This is especially relevant in New Jersey, where small businesses comprise almost half of the workforce. The less manpower available, the more important it is that employees pull their own weight and wear several hats at the same time.

A virtual private network (VPN) adds security and privacy to public networks, such as wireless hotspots, by rerouting all traffic through a secure server. While VPNs are great for consumers, business-grade solutions offer additional security measures so employees are even more confident they can access the internet safely.

Every organization handling patient health information (PHI) must be fully compliant with the regulations under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996, whether as a covered entity or a business associate. But you get more out of HIPAA compliance than just being on the right side of the law.

Those in the healthcare industry face two major challenges. The first is having poor service due to outdated, unsuitable technology in their facilities. The second is meeting the tough compliance demands, given that their industry handles a lot of sensitive personal data.

Most small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) begin as start-ups. Being new to the business means making rookie mistakes. It’s okay to make mistakes, especially if you learn from them. No pain, no gain, right? But it’s even better if you can learn from the mistakes of others.

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.