IT Starts with Strategy

    Learn how technology can maximize your business with a comprehensive IT strategy and support plan.

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    Cybersecurity

    By: Ryan Stickel
    April 26th, 2024

    Every business’s path to good cybersecurity starts somewhere. To know what you need, you need to know what you already have. A good way to begin that process is with a cybersecurity risk assessment. While that might sound daunting, a simple assessment can help start the conversation and bring general awareness to your current situation.

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    Business Strategy

    By: Ryan Stickel
    April 18th, 2024

    So, the company you're speaking to or working with has mentioned EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System), but what is EOS, and why should it be on your radar?

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    Business Strategy

    By: Ryan Stickel
    April 10th, 2024

    One of the most important relationships you’ll have with your Managed Service Provider (MSP) is with your account manager. Your account manager should be more than just a point of contact; they should be your dedicated advocate, ready to guide you on your IT journey.

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    Purchasing

    By: Ryan Stickel
    March 15th, 2024

    If you’re looking to change your MSP, you will need to know what you’re currently paying for and how the new MSP will charge you for those things. That’s a bit more complicated than it sounds, though. This article will discuss some differences you might see on MSP invoices and how to sift through all the information.

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    Outsourced IT Support

    By: Ryan Stickel
    February 22nd, 2024

    Technology is crucial in today’s business world. Sometimes, it takes a couple of issues to really highlight that. Perhaps your business has been feeling this lately. Whether it’s headaches caused by slow devices or just a gut feeling that your business technology isn’t where it needs to be, you know it’s time for something to change.

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    Life at Innovative

    By: Ryan Stickel
    February 9th, 2024

    Exciting news! 🎉 We have some new promotions to catch you up on!

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    Business Strategy | Outsourced IT Support

    By: Ryan Stickel
    December 8th, 2023

    So, you’re preparing to discuss a possible IT partnership with a new managed service provider. There’s one issue: IT is a very broad and sometimes overwhelming term, and you’re not really sure what services you’re asking them for. You have a pretty good idea of what technology your business needs and you may even have an OK understanding of the services your current IT partner is providing. So why does it seem like this new MSP is speaking a different language?

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    Technology Strategy | Business Strategy | Outsourced IT Support

    By: Ryan Stickel
    November 21st, 2023

    So, you’re in the DC-Metro area, and you’re trying to decide which IT company is right for you. You know technology is valuable to your business operations, so you want someone who is up to the task. While you might have a pretty good idea of the type of IT company you need, there are a ton of options, and you still need some help differentiating between all of them. What does a good option look like?

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    Technology Strategy | Business Strategy | Outsourced IT Support

    By: Ryan Stickel
    October 25th, 2023

    So, you’re looking to invest in technology for your business, and you want to hire a managed service provider (MSP). Now the question is, do you work with one of the big national companies or find someone more local? This can be a tough decision, as both choices will each offer something a little bit different.

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    Life at Innovative

    By: Ryan Stickel
    September 22nd, 2023

    It’s time for the final installment of our Meet the Operations Team series! In this article, we’ll meet the teams that make up the biggest chunk of the ops department: help desk, field service and monitoring.