A Managed IT Service provider can help your business streamline operations, save money, and enhance productivity. When choosing a provider to work with, it's important to ask questions that help you understand how this partnership will work and what their ongoing services look like. As you compare providers, ask the following important questions before deciding which company to go with.  What level of service can I expect? You'll want to know this before you sign on as a client, not after. The price of service and the level of technology used to support your company's IT infrastructure are important, but cost savings…

Cloud computing is becoming common in offices as companies look to boost the productivity of employees, enhance their accessibility and create a mobile-friendly environment. For most businesses, the decision to migrate to the cloud is an easy one. For others, the benefits and drawbacks need to be closely considered before a decision is made. The cloud can be so much more than just a place to store files. Storage is often the first need companies identify that brings them to cloud storage, but the additional benefits of cloud computing extend far beyond simply storing data. The cloud is a way…

Cloud computing is a combination of hosted applications, data storage, and remote server access through the Internet. The cloud is where all those applications and data are stored. Many individuals and businesses use the cloud in some format, often without knowing. Social networks and email applications are two of the most common uses. The origins of the cloud began when individuals and businesses started depicting the Internet as a cloud in diagrams. When the cloud, as we know it and experience it today was developed, its name came from these diagrams. Nowadays, a common term is cloud computing, which refers…

While electronic filing of documents can solve the frustrations and storage space issues associated with filing cabinets, they do come with their own challenges. The primary challenge being organization, especially when many people have editing access – like they do on network servers. Below, you'll find tips to help you better organize the file folders on your network servers. Communication- It's important to bring in all applicable parties and departments within the office to first talk about the issues presented by sloppy or otherwise poor document management on the network server. Poor organization leads to inefficient retrieval and workflow, as…

Your network is a vital component of your daily business operations. Every moment without your network results in lost productivity and potentially missed sales opportunities. It needs to be kept safe and managed appropriately.  What does Network Management look like?   Your network consists of the collection of devices that are connected to shared resources. The devices and connections need to be managed to ensure proper configuration and to implement adequate security measures.   Here are some of the common network issues businesses experience:  Incorrect or poor cable connections  Damaged cables  DNS or ISP failure  Lack of space for data transfer  Incompatibility or missing…

It is easy to take the complexity of today’s business technology for granted. A well-supported IT infrastructure makes it possible for today’s businesses to function smoothly. While most employees use the network to remain productive, the members of the IT department work tirelessly to manage and maintain the network that supports this productivity. Without IT staff, networks are subject to security threats, outdated software, and increased downtime. Despite the importance of network management, this isn’t the only responsibility of IT employees. Many IT departments are overworked, understaffed, and under constant stress to keep the network running, among many other responsibilities.…

File sharing solutions are found everywhere. There are countless possibilities for secure file sharing, secure file transferring, virtual data rooms, Google drives, and other file sharing solutions. In today’s world, businesses of all verticals, especially legal, deal with sensitive data and the importance of sharing files securely. With Tri-Copy’s file sharing solutions, we can protect our clients and customer data. In years past, when you needed to share a file, you would simply create an email, add the file you needed to share, and send to the recipients. We didn’t pay attention to the security of our documents or files.…

Cloud service and storage providers offer valuable IT solutions for businesses of all sizes. Many people reap the benefits of the cloud for personal reasons, but most businesses have yet to take the leap. Whether your current on-site data storage seems sufficient or you simply haven’t taken the time to consider cloud storage, reviewing the following advantages is a good place to start. Cost advantage is perhaps the most important benefit to business owners. Cloud storage is more affordable because providers distribute the costs of their infrastructure and services across many businesses. Moving your business to a cloud eliminates the…

Having down-time in a business is wasted time and resources. Whether down-time is the result of natural disasters, software failure, human error or hardware failure, it’s time where you’re not serving customers, making money or achieving business initiatives. Many businesses do not have a process in place to help them bounce back from a lengthy down-time. Dealing with down-time inefficiently can lead to a long recovery, causing delays in business and resulting in a loss of productivity. Tri-Copy offers managed service options to help disaster recovery. Managed services can provide solutions for all of these issues and managed service providers…

We have all heard the recent reports of network hackers gaining access to multifunction printers, causing headaches for IT teams and cyber security personnel. These stories in the news are creating a lot of noise in the industry, overstating the risks of having a printer or MFP installed within an organization’s network. Although this could be cause for concern, multifunction printer hacks are relatively harmless. Typically, a person who wanted to do cyber harm within a corporation wouldn’t spend the effort to attack a printing device. It is important to understand these perceived network vulnerabilities can only be taken advantage…

While IT support is essential, it can be done in-house or outsourced to an IT service provider. Managed IT services helps businesses of all sizes focus on the business they do, instead of the technology that supports it. Before you make a decision about whether or not to use a managed IT service, you need to assess the benefits of understanding if they align with your business objectives. Benefits of managed IT services for a small or larger company. It’s a small initial investment.  Managed IT services help offset the initial investment of technology costs. Updating to new software is…

Having a managed IT service allows you to outsource a variety of IT support tasks you would otherwise need to pay someone to do in-house. When you are making a decision about whether or not to use a managed IT service, you need to look at the benefits to understand where they align with your business objectives. A managed IT service offers several benefits for large and small businesses. Consider the cost savings, and how you could reinvest that money back into your own business. Predictable monthly costs. When you have a successful business, it’s important to keep a close…

The cloud is a way to store data without taking up space on your personal computer. Storing data is a central, fundamental function of computers and computing environments. Below are some of the benefits of having a cloud. Cost- When you store data in the cloud, you aren’t paying for servers and the fees to maintain them. Cloud services often operate on a pay as you go, so it can be more cost effective and cost predictable. Scalability- The cloud is here to help your business grow. It is quick to adapt to any businesses and their needs. It also…

In schools and throughout entire school districts, printing serves a central role. As technology evolves, schools are keeping up with these changes and they have to do so on a limited budget. With Managed Print Services, schools can stay current with their print technologies and stay within their budgets. Managed Print Services addresses many of the print-related issues school systems face. By working with a managed print provider, schools are able to uncover how their current print environment can improve. Signs of an inefficient print environment: Many different device models Multiple vendors for supplies and maintenance Frustrated teachers and students…