A study done by the McKinsey Global Institute found that employees spend an average of 13 hours every week checking their emails. You can bring that number down and spend more time focusing on essential tasks by trying these Gmail tips.
Use keyboard shortcuts
Keyboard shortcuts can help you go through your emails quickly.
Printers are one of the most important investments your business can make. Not only do they allow you to create hard copies of your files, but they also help you create marketing materials like posters and brochures.
But like any piece of machinery, printers require proper care so they’ll last you a long time.
A major crisis can happen to any business, at any time, so it’s important to be prepared for when things go wrong. One way to do this is by creating a business continuity plan (BCP). In this blog post, we will discuss the importance of having a BCP and how it can help you keep your small- or medium-sized business (SMB) running during a crisis.
If you’re like most people, you probably have passwords that are easy to remember or use the same one for multiple accounts. But by doing either of these, you could be putting yourself at risk to cyberattacks. To ensure the security of your online accounts, follow the latest password guidelines from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), which we’ve outlined for you in this blog.
Over time, your company’s computers can slow down as you install more programs, add more processes, and create more files. When that happens, your business’s productivity can suffer. Sluggish devices can cause your employees to take longer to complete their tasks and customers may feel frustrated with slow service.
On January 10, 2023, Windows 8.1 will reach its end of life — Microsoft will no longer provide the operating system (OS) with software updates, security patches, and technical support.
What are the dangers of using Windows 8.1 after its end of support?
Using the OS past its end of life will expose your business to the following issues:
1. System vulnerabilities
Without security updates and technical assistance, Windows 8.1 PCs become vulnerable to cyberattacks like distributed denial-of-service attacks, phishing, and malware, making them dangerous to use.
Securing your small business is a never-ending battle, but there are some steps you can take to make it a little bit easier. One of those steps is making sure your firmware is up to date. But what is firmware and why is it crucial to update it regularly? Read on to learn more.
Microsoft 365 is chock-full of features that can help businesses stay organized and connected. One of these is the ability to share calendars with co-workers. In this blog post, we will walk you through the steps in sharing calendars using Microsoft 365.
What is Outlook?
Outlook is a personal information manager from Microsoft, available as part of the Microsoft 365 suite.
If you use multiple applications and accounts for work, you know how frustrating it can be to have to enter different usernames and passwords for each one. That’s where single sign-on comes in.
What is single sign on?
Single sign-on or SSO is an authentication method that lets users access several applications and websites with a single set of login credentials.
A hybrid work setup enables employees to work remotely or from the office. This flexibility allows employees to plan their work schedule according to their needs, helping them stay motivated and productive. A hybrid work setup also allows companies to reduce costs by adopting a hot desk model, where staff occupy available desks instead of having an allotted seat.
