by Dennis Crisp | May 6, 2026
Key Takeaways By the time a production workstation stops responding, the infrastructure problem that caused it has already reached the floor. Network monitoring catches degrading switches, climbing latency, and packet loss before the first shift, not during it. A...
by Jim Pecchio | May 4, 2026
Key Takeaways The most common IT problem in construction is that the support model wasn’t built for how the industry operates. Field-ready IT means a partner who already knows your software, responds on-site, and maps their support to your project calendar....
by Jeff Rapp | May 4, 2026
Key Takeaways In a survey of more than 600 manufacturing leaders, 6 in 10 reported that unplanned downtime costs their business more than $250,000 annually — with facilities losing roughly 30 hours of production every month. Manufacturing has been the most targeted...
by Jeff Rapp | May 1, 2026
Key Takeaways Ohio construction is growing faster than almost any other state, and the technology complexity that comes with that growth is outpacing most firms’ IT investment, creating real exposure. The cyber threats hitting construction firms aren’t...
by Jeff Rapp | Apr 30, 2026
Key Takeaways Nonprofits consistently rank among the most targeted sectors by cybercriminals, making proactive IT management a critical priority. The right technology partner helps nonprofits: demonstrate measurable program impact to funders, keep distributed teams...
by Travis Strong | Oct 9, 2025
October marks National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to examine how well your business stands against cyber threats. Many business owners are winging their cybersecurity approach, and that’s a costly mistake. The reality is stark:...
by Steve Grossenbaugh | Sep 5, 2025
Strategic Technology Planning: Your Blueprint for Business Growth and Maximum ROI In today’s competitive landscape, growth-minded businesses can’t afford to leave technology to chance. Whether you’re in construction, manufacturing, healthcare, or...
by Steve Grossenbaugh | Aug 19, 2025
As summer winds down and businesses shift gears for fall, it’s easy to think the slower pace of vacation season means fewer risks. But in the world of cybersecurity and data protection, the opposite is often true. Cybercriminals don’t take summer...
by Jeff Rapp | Nov 13, 2024
When you are running a business, you need your technology to work not just sometimes but all the time. The only option you used to have was to fix what was broken. It’s called “Break-Fix” and it isn’t always the best route, especially when it comes to technology. The...
by Travis Strong | Apr 16, 2024
Congratulations! Your business is booming. New clients, bigger projects – it’s all exciting. But hold on a second. Is your Information Technology (IT) equipped to handle your expanding business needs? Think of IT as the engine that powers your business. A...
by Jeff Rapp | Jan 8, 2024
We’re proud to work with Navarre Animal Clinic, a full-service animal hospital that welcomes both emergency treatment cases as well as pet patients in need of routine medical, surgical, and dental care. Dr. Seward and Dr. Courtney have years of experience treating...
by Jeff Rapp | Dec 15, 2023
We’re proud to work with Phoenix Rising, which provides psychiatry, counseling and case management for children and adults. With 6700 clients and 110 staff, they are an active organization that relies on a complex IT environment. Rea manages Phoenix Rising’s IT in...
by Jeff Rapp | Oct 9, 2023
If your IT budget isn’t going as far as you’d like, then you need to start planning it sooner rather than later. By understanding the value IT offers, you can learn how to better spend your IT budget. IT planning is a key oversight in today’s business world....
by Jeff Rapp | Jul 21, 2023
In today’s fast-paced digital world, businesses heavily rely on technology to streamline their operations and stay competitive. However, managing and maintaining an efficient IT infrastructure can be a daunting task for many business owners. While having an...
by Jeff Rapp | Jun 21, 2023
The economy of downtime is unforgiving—it grinds your business to a halt, racks up expenses, and keeps you from getting anything done. Do you know how much downtime you should expect to deal with, and what it can cost you? What Is Downtime? Downtime is the term used...
by Travis Strong | Mar 25, 2021
What Are You Doing To Protect Your Patient’s Data & Your Dental Practice? Cyberattacks targeting the healthcare industry have doubled over the last year and ransomware appears to be the preferred method of gaining entry to the organization’s sensitive...
by Jeff Rapp | Feb 17, 2021
Do You Really Know What Your IT Department Does? Depending on your role in the organization, you likely have a different perception of the IT department from others. We’ve broken down these perceptions based on various roles in the organization. Did we get it...
