Our technology inevitably comes with us when we travel. Most of us won’t even travel to the end of the block without our smartphones. When you go on a trip, not having your technology there when you need it can ruin your day.
Travel smarter and more securely by doing several checks before you go. Use our handy tech travel checklist. It can save you from suffering from lost devices, missing chargers, or a data breach.
Network assessments satisfy an important function. They involve performing thorough scans of your IT infrastructure to ensure everything is performing optimally and suggest improvements. Even a one-time network assessment can help you save money, reduce risks, expand capabilities, and improve your customer relationships. There are continuing benefits with a regular program of network assessments. [Read more…]
Electronic technology is advancing at an ever-increasing rate, and the number of gadgets that are consequently considered old and obsolete is rapidly growing as well. It is estimated that the vast majority of these discarded items will end up gathering dust in closets, attics, and garages. All this waste has the potential to be a hazardous waste time bomb if not properly disposed of. Even though there have been some positive changes in recent years, a significant portion of the e-(electronic) waste generated in this country is still shipped overseas to developing countries with little or no environmental regulations.
Finding a responsible, eco-friendly way to deal with unwanted electronic gadgets can sometimes be a frustrating endeavor. Depending on where you live, there might not be any convenient options available, other than to put it in storage for future reference. The following tips and advice will hopefully offer you a better way to deal with your e-waste.
Outsourcing has been growing steadily as a business standard since the early 2000s. Companies are finding that using outside vendors or contractors for things like graphic design, human resources, and IT management and computer repair costs less than doing everything in-house.
The speed of internet connections and the growth of mobile technology has made it easier than ever to use vendors for a variety of day-to-day functions.
So, what’s driving this growth and what technology lessons can be learned about effectively managing a growing number of outside vendors? [Read more…]
HIPAA stands for Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, in reference to the HIPAA act of 1996. It requires the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to develop regulations that ensure the protection of privacy and security for certain health information. Currently, there are two rules under the HIPAA act that address these regulations: the HIPAA Privacy Rule and the HIPAA Security Rule. [Read more…]