Cyber Security Month October 2020: How Much Could A Ransomware Attack Cost You? | Y-Not Tech Services – Lethbridge, AB IT Support

October 5, 2020 by Tony Whitney

How Much Could A Ransomware Attack Cost You?

Have you ever thought about how much your data is worth? Information is possibly the most valuable part of your business – there’s your client database, accounting software and inventory management, and of course, any intellectual property you may own. When the ransomware, WannaCry, tore through the world recently, many businesses were suddenly forced to re-assess the value of their data: was it worth saving, and what would be the deeper cost of the attack? [Read more…]

Recovery Test Your Data Backups | Y-Not Tech Services – Lethbridge, AB IT Support

September 29, 2020 by Tony Whitney

Recovery Test Your Data Backups

Most businesses are aware of the need for data backup. Without it, they risk losing important files in the event of a hard drive failure or cyberattack. Yet having a backup in place isn’t enough: it’s important also to test that backup. Ensure that you are able to restore that essential data when you need it. [Read more…]

Invest Now in Your Top Tech Priorities | Y-Not Tech Services – Lethbridge, AB IT Help

September 15, 2020 by Tony Whitney

Invest Now in Your Top Tech Priorities

The global economy is in a slump. But believe it or not, now could be a good time to invest in technology priorities.

You may already have streamlined processes. You had certain technology tools and systems in place to get things done. It all was working fine. Yet 2020 brought many challenges to the way business functions. The technology you relied on in the past may not be the best answer to your current business needs. [Read more…]

4 Advantages of Consolidating Your Tech | Y-Not Tech Services – Lethbridge, AB IT Support

September 8, 2020 by Tony Whitney

4 Advantages of Consolidating Your Tech

Technology is the lifeblood of business today, and you likely have a lot of it. But you may have accumulated software and hardware as you grew. Now, you have a hodgepodge of technologies never designed to work together. Consolidation can help.

Large corporations can afford an in-house IT team to keep track of all the hardware and software, but small- to medium-sized businesses often need help. Managing computers and mobile devices, and telephone, print and fax systems can be overwhelming. Then, there’s all the software you need to secure, not to mention setting up data recovery in case of a disaster or emergency. [Read more…]

The Real Advantages of a Virtual LAN (VLAN) | Y-Not Tech Services – Lethbridge, AB IT Support

August 25, 2020 by Tony Whitney

The Real Advantages of a Virtual LAN (VLAN)

There are many acronyms to keep track of in the IT realm. One that’s been around for over 30 years now is VLAN – virtual local area network. A VLAN offers flexibility that more and more businesses find appealing.

But what exactly is a VLAN? A VLAN allows you to segment a network without needing separate hardware. So, you can have a single physical switch, but multiple different networks connected. [Read more…]

Pros and Cons of All-In-One Computers | Y-Not Tech Services – Lethbridge, AB IT Support

August 18, 2020 by Tony Whitney

Pros and Cons of All-In-One Computers

Today, business is all about streamlining and finding efficiencies. And that even extends to embracing all-in-one computers. Users get a desktop computer that integrates monitor, processing, and ports in one. Still, there are pros and cons to consider. [Read more…]

Keep Your Business Continuity Plans Current | Y-Not Tech Services – Lethbridge, AB IT Support

August 4, 2020 by Tony Whitney

Keep Your Business Continuity Plans Current

Is there one thing we can count on now with COVID-19? The situation can change in an instant. You may have been confident in your business continuity plans in the past, but the pandemic has shaken us all up. It’s a solid reminder to review our plans to get back to business quickly and seamlessly. [Read more…]

Work From Home: Revisiting Business Etiquette | Y-Not Tech Services – Lethbridge, AB IT Support

July 14, 2020 by Tony Whitney

Work From Home: Revisiting Business Etiquette

Business etiquette for working in an office environment is well established: show up on time, wear pants, put your name on your lunch in the fridge – those kinds of things. But working from home is a new thing for many people and businesses. These tips for business etiquette for remote work support professionalism. [Read more…]

COVID the Sequel: Revisit Business Continuity Plans | Y-Not Tech Services – Lethbridge, AB IT Support

July 7, 2020 by Tony Whitney

COVID the Sequel: Revisit Business Continuity Plans

There’s a sequel no one has any interest in seeing predicted to open this fall – COVID: The Second Wave. Despite the lack of audience interest, we could face another coronavirus pandemic. For business, this means revisiting continuity plans. [Read more…]

Adding Accountability to Remote Work | Y-Not Tech Services – Lethbridge, AB IT Support

June 30, 2020 by Tony Whitney

Adding Accountability to Remote Work

Today, businesses are embracing digital technology to enable productivity anywhere, at any time. Yet ensuring accountability is a stumbling block to widespread acceptance of remote work.

Recently, COVID-19 has forced many businesses to transition quickly to working from home. Even bosses concerned about lack of control over absent employees had to make the change. Former opponents to remote work may have discovered the benefits of this approach. Employees certainly may have enjoyed the opportunity and want to keep doing it.

The good news is that technology and products are even better today for managing remote teams. [Read more…]