It’s been a loyal servant for the past ten years. Released in 2015, rock-solid, without major issues, it’s been running our computers for almost a decade. It’s been a stable operating system in our offices and lives. As with all good operating systems & things, they must come to an end. Microsoft has set that date.

In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, businesses rely heavily on their IT infrastructure. With two months to go until the new year, the right time to evaluate your current provider and consider a new one is right now. Here are 5 questions to ask yourself about your IT:

1. Cost Savings: Traditional WANs can be expensive to maintain. SD-WAN + SASE optimizes traffic, reduces reliance on expensive MPLS lines, and leverages affordable broadband connections. Say goodbye to overpriced circuits!

1. **Cost Considerations**: The primary factor leading businesses to consider changing their MSP is cost. Many businesses view technology as a cost center, essential for planning, implementing, and supporting technology needs but not directly tied to revenue generation.

December and January are the perfect months for changing Managed Service Providers (MSPs). During this time of year, many businesses are busy setting goals for the new year. This is the time to ask yourself if you’re getting the most out of your current MSP.

Text messaging (SMS) is an incredibly powerful, yet underutilized tool for effectively engaging current customers. Think of appt reminders for Chiropractors, Dentists, Doctors, Auto Dealerships, or any Service Industry. Through SMS, businesses can create personalized messages to those who opt-in to their mailing lists, helping to develop a strong customer relationship. This kind of direct marketing has been incredibly successful for businesses both large and small, and it can help you rapidly corner a desired demographic.

We all know that inaction can have disastrous results, acting on any issue, big or small, is an important part of life or business that can help us to avoid many pitfalls. The cost of not doing something can be far higher than expected and in many cases far more damaging than acting.

EPK Solutions is proud to announce that we are now Fortinet partners and we’re positioned to help you with any Fortinet needs that you may have. Here’s a little video that explains, for anyone who’s not really sure, what a firewall does. (6 minute watch) It’s a nice overview for anyone who’s not the most tech-savvy person but is curious. If you have more questions or need some help with your Fortinet, reach out to us today, we’re here to help.

Technology downtime is a major source of revenue loss in the business world. Here are seven ways to reduce the risk of downtime and ensure that your business is prepared for any digital emergency.