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July 6, 2024 / July 6, 2024 by Vertical Axion
Is your small or medium-sized business still relying on WiFi, which uses routers and radio signals to connect devices within a finite area? If so, you probably have restrictions on Internet range, download speeds, and accessibility, keeping your company from growing. Sticking to 3G or 4G can also limit business activities and processes, making 5G […]
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July 5, 2024 / July 5, 2024 by Vertical Axion
Data is king in the current business landscape. It’s an era of ever-changing market dynamics, strong competition, and an increasingly demanding customer base. Therefore, it’s no longer practical to rely on guts and instincts when it comes to business decisions. Successful businesses understand these facts, and have made data the foundation of their decision-making process. […]
July 4, 2024 / July 4, 2024 by Vertical Axion
Suppose you’re a business owner currently using an Apple operating system. In that case, you may have been anticipating the big launch of Apple’s iOS 18 for some time. With many customizations and enhancements, the update’s features could greatly improve your company’s systems and functionality while protecting it more than ever before. Let’s see what […]
July 3, 2024 / July 3, 2024 by Vertical Axion
As a business owner or leader, one of your responsibilities is exploring new ways to grow your business. There are many approaches you can use to achieve that goal, but not many are as impactful as leveraging technology. A strong IT infrastructure can support business growth, helping you meet your KPIs and scale new heights. […]
July 2, 2024 / July 2, 2024 by Vertical Axion
Running a business means constantly collecting customer data, like identity and behavioral information, and using it to personalize user experiences and complete orders. Without it, a company would struggle to function and fulfill contracts. That’s why data breaches that corrupt or steal these statistics are among the biggest threats to business owners. What Are Data […]
July 1, 2024 / July 1, 2024 by Vertical Axion
In June 2024, Microsoft took action, fixing many issues its users noticed while using their programs and devices. These tech giants have been busy, from removing a specific default setting that had Windows business owners fearful for their company’s online safety to patching vulnerabilities. Below, we’ll delve further into Microsoft Patch Tuesday and its beneficial […]
June 29, 2024 / June 29, 2024 by Vertical Axion
Decision-makers are always under intense pressure. They often have to process tons of information over a short time to make these decisions. In many cases, the information comes in raw numbers and spreadsheets, which can be overwhelming. All of that is changing these days thanks to data visualization. Business decision makers in various sectors no […]
June 27, 2024 / June 27, 2024 by Vertical Axion
When customers need help from your company, they expect more than just a friendly voice on the other end of the line. They want prompt service that does everything possible to solve their problem as quickly as possible. When this doesn’t happen, there’s a good chance they’ll tell others about their experience — and if […]
June 26, 2024 / June 26, 2024 by Vertical Axion
Are you aware of your company’s security risks? Do you know if you have adequate protection in place to stop cyber threats? Are you certain that you’re in compliance with all applicable security rules that apply to your business? If you answer “no” to any of these questions, you need to make cyber security a […]
June 24, 2024 / June 24, 2024 by Vertical Axion
Most people expect to enter a username and password to access secure networks and accounts online. They also expect that password protection for sensitive data will stop unauthorized access. Unfortunately, single-factor authentication is no longer enough to fully secure your business networks and resources. Password theft is one of the leading causes of data breaches, […]
June 22, 2024 / June 22, 2024 by Vertical Axion
How connected is your business? Have you gone so far as to implement the latest technology into your point of sale, marketing efforts, or customer loyalty programs? If not, you’re missing a huge opportunity. Small businesses–establishments with 500 workers or less–comprise 99.9% of the economy, according to the U.S. Small Business Administration. That averages 33,185,550 […]
June 21, 2024 / June 21, 2024 by Vertical Axion
Zoom Introduces Post-Quantum End-to-End Encryption The security features of Zoom are getting a big boost. Post-quantum end-to-end encryption (E2EE) is now available in Zoom Meetings. This new encryption standard will soon be offered in Zoom Phone and Zoom Rooms. End-to-end encryption scrambles the call’s content so that only the people involved can read it. Businesses […]
June 20, 2024 / June 20, 2024 by Vertical Axion
Some business owners obsess over the Google algorithm, appeasing it with keywords, clear and concise website layouts, and more. These factors are crucial for ranking highly on SERPs so searchers find that company instead of its competitors but do mobile apps deserve that same consideration? Below are the pros and cons of building a mobile […]
June 19, 2024 / June 19, 2024 by Vertical Axion
On May 23, 2024, a Microsoft outage caused widespread disruption to several popular services. These include Bing, Microsoft’s Copilot programming assistant, ChatGPT’s internet search, and DuckDuckGo. The outage began around 3 AM EDT and appeared to affect users in Asia and Europe. Users reported seeing a blank page or an error message when accessing Bing.com. […]
June 18, 2024 / June 18, 2024 by Vertical Axion
Your business operates in a very different space to a few decades back. Before, everyone threw around ideas for cold calls and advertising gimmicks at in-person meetings. Today, business owners and employees are more likely to swap messages online, leverage artificial intelligence, and look up terms like “malvertising” as your business keeps up. Cyberattacks are […]
June 17, 2024 / June 17, 2024 by Vertical Axion
The explosive growth of artificial intelligence has many business owners looking to leverage the technology. One of the best ways to maintain operational efficiency and support greater productivity is to begin automating routine tasks with AI. Discover more below. How AI Can Help With Task Automation AI uses powerful algorithms and machine learning to analyze […]
June 15, 2024 / June 15, 2024 by Vertical Axion
Your small business experience might include those popular business conferences, which, at one point, solely used computers and projectors to display charts and graphs as the speaker discussed company statistics or goals. Post-pandemic, these handy technological tools do so much more, including connecting people from different locations to partake in that same meeting from wherever […]
June 14, 2024 / June 14, 2024 by Vertical Axion
In recent months, cybersecurity researchers have found that a new ransomware strain has been affecting certain businesses using Windows desktops and devices that are still relying on old operating systems. Below, we’ll explain how this works and what it could mean for your company, small or large. New ShrinkLocker Ransomware Using Visual Basic Scripting, hackers […]
June 13, 2024 / June 13, 2024 by Vertical Axion
When your business experiences an equipment failure, the ripple effects can be widespread and costly. Just a few hours of unplanned downtime can push projects off schedule, interrupt customer service functions, slow down productivity, and affect customer relationships. Longer disruptions can have even more dire consequences, including major revenue losses. What if there was a […]
June 12, 2024 / June 12, 2024 by Vertical Axion
Wireless connectivity is on the cusp of a significant leap forward with the arrival of WiFi 7. This new standard is better in many ways than WiFi 6 and WiFi 6E. Here’s a breakdown of WiFi 7’s key strengths: Exponential speed increases. WiFi 7 delivers blazing-fast speeds, reaching up to 46 Gbps, four times […]
June 11, 2024 / June 11, 2024 by Vertical Axion
Buyers are every business’ lifeline. If in short supply, whether due to poor advertising, high competition, or a lack of personalized customer experiences, small companies falter with a low return on investment. In the latter case, where business owners don’t connect with their consumers, businesses tank simply because they cannot build loyalty. We’ll explain how […]
June 10, 2024 / June 10, 2024 by Vertical Axion
You’re working on a confidential project in Microsoft Edge for Business, a key piece of information appears on your screen. You instinctively hit the “Print Screen” key to capture it. However, instead of the usual screenshot, a black screen appears. Frustrating? Perhaps. However, for businesses that prioritize data security, this new feature in Edge for […]
June 8, 2024 / June 10, 2024 by Vertical Axion
Running a small business is a whirlwind. Between managing finances, marketing your brand, and ensuring customer satisfaction, keeping operations efficient can feel like a constant battle. Fortunately, technology upgrades can be your secret weapon in this fight. The Power of Up-to-Date Software Hackers are constantly searching for vulnerabilities in outdated software, and yours could be […]
June 7, 2024 / June 10, 2024 by Vertical Axion
Businesses nationwide have recently switched to the new Arc browser for its shortcuts, previewing ability, and lighter and cleaner design. Having gained monumental traction in such a short period, it competes with longstanding browsers like Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Firefox. However, new malvertising efforts are threatening many companies that are making the switch. How […]
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