--- title: Business Technology Strategy (6) description: Learn how technology can maximize your business with a comprehensive IT strategy and support plan. (6) --- [![Innovative logo](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/hubfs/INNO_Wordmark_Primary_KO_RGB.png)](https://www.innovativeinc.net/) - About - [The Innovative Way](https://www.innovativeinc.net/the-innovative-way) - [Our Team](https://www.innovativeinc.net/our-team) - [Service Area](https://www.innovativeinc.net/service-area) - [Service Level Agreement (SLA)](https://www.innovativeinc.net/service-level-agreement) - [Refer a Business](https://www.innovativeinc.net/referrals) - [Careers](https://www.innovativeinc.net/careers) - Partner With Us - [innovateCORE](https://www.innovativeinc.net/innovate-core) - [innovateAHEAD](https://www.innovativeinc.net/innovate-ahead) - [innovateSMART](https://www.innovativeinc.net/innovate-smart) - [innovateSTRONG](https://www.innovativeinc.net/innovate-strong) - [innovateTRUST](https://www.innovativeinc.net/innovate-trust) - Areas of Expertise - [Information Technology](https://www.innovativeinc.net/information-technology) - [Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery (BCDR)](https://www.innovativeinc.net/bcdr) - [Cybersecurity](https://www.innovativeinc.net/cybersecurity) - [Phone & Voice](https://www.innovativeinc.net/phone-voice) - [Printer & Copiers](https://www.innovativeinc.net/printer-copiers) - Industries - [Healthcare / HIPAA](https://www.innovativeinc.net/healthcare-hippaa) - [Manufacturing](https://www.innovativeinc.net/manufacturing) - [Nonprofit](https://www.innovativeinc.net/nonprofit) - [Professional Services](https://www.innovativeinc.net/professional-services) - [Property Management](https://www.innovativeinc.net/property-management) - Learning - [The Innovative Blog](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog) - [Press Releases](https://www.innovativeinc.net/press-releases) - [Podcast](https://www.innovativeinc.net/innovative-leadership-podcast/) - [Events](https://www.innovativeinc.net/events) - [Free Cybersecurity Assessment](https://www.innovativeinc.net/cybersecurity-assessment) - About - [The Innovative Way](https://www.innovativeinc.net/the-innovative-way) - [Our Team](https://www.innovativeinc.net/our-team) - [Service Area](https://www.innovativeinc.net/service-area) - [Service Level Agreement (SLA)](https://www.innovativeinc.net/service-level-agreement) - [Refer a Business](https://www.innovativeinc.net/referrals) - [Careers](https://www.innovativeinc.net/careers) - Partner With Us - [innovateCORE](https://www.innovativeinc.net/innovate-core) - [innovateAHEAD](https://www.innovativeinc.net/innovate-ahead) - [innovateSMART](https://www.innovativeinc.net/innovate-smart) - [innovateSTRONG](https://www.innovativeinc.net/innovate-strong) - [innovateTRUST](https://www.innovativeinc.net/innovate-trust) - Areas of Expertise - [Information Technology](https://www.innovativeinc.net/information-technology) - [Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery (BCDR)](https://www.innovativeinc.net/bcdr) - [Cybersecurity](https://www.innovativeinc.net/cybersecurity) - [Phone & Voice](https://www.innovativeinc.net/phone-voice) - [Printer & Copiers](https://www.innovativeinc.net/printer-copiers) - Industries - [Healthcare / HIPAA](https://www.innovativeinc.net/healthcare-hippaa) - [Manufacturing](https://www.innovativeinc.net/manufacturing) - [Nonprofit](https://www.innovativeinc.net/nonprofit) - [Professional Services](https://www.innovativeinc.net/professional-services) - [Property Management](https://www.innovativeinc.net/property-management) - Learning - [The Innovative Blog](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog) - [Press Releases](https://www.innovativeinc.net/press-releases) - [Podcast](https://www.innovativeinc.net/innovative-leadership-podcast/) - [Events](https://www.innovativeinc.net/events) - [Free Cybersecurity Assessment](https://www.innovativeinc.net/cybersecurity-assessment) - Categories - Follow Us - [Business Strategy](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/business-strategy) - [Cybersecurity](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/cybersecurity) - [Devices](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/devices) - [Disaster Recovery](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/disaster-recovery) - [Employee Retention](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/employee-retention) - [HIPAA](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/hipaa) - [Life at Innovative](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/life-at-innovative) - [Microsoft Windows](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/microsoft-windows) - [Outsourced IT Support](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/outsourced-it-support) - [Printers and Copiers](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/printers-copiers) - [Purchasing](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/purchasing) - [Technology Strategy](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/technology-strategy) - [Threat Prevention](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/threat-prevention) - - - - - IT Starts with Strategy Learn how technology can maximize your business with a comprehensive IT strategy and support plan. Subscribe - Categories - [Business Strategy](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/business-strategy) - [Cybersecurity](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/cybersecurity) - [Devices](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/devices) - [Disaster Recovery](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/disaster-recovery) - [Employee Retention](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/employee-retention) - [HIPAA](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/hipaa) - [Life at Innovative](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/life-at-innovative) - [Microsoft Windows](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/microsoft-windows) - [Outsourced IT Support](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/outsourced-it-support) - [Printers and Copiers](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/printers-copiers) - [Purchasing](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/purchasing) - [Technology Strategy](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/technology-strategy) - [Threat Prevention](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/threat-prevention) - Social - - - - - [![Blog Feature](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/298890/blog-files/blog--cards-feature.png)](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/pros-cons-video-conferencing-business) [Business Strategy](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/business-strategy) ## [Pros and Cons of Video Conferencing in Business](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/pros-cons-video-conferencing-business) By: [Ryan Stickel](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/author/ryan-stickel) June 7th, 2024 Odds are, you currently use a video conferencing platform in your business. Whether it’s Microsoft Teams or Zoom, tools like these provide an amazing service that lets you easily connect with your team and clients from anywhere. [Read More](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/pros-cons-video-conferencing-business) Share - Close - - - - [mailto:?body=https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/pros-cons-video-conferencing-business](mailto:?body=https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/pros-cons-video-conferencing-business) [![Blog Feature](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/298890/blog-files/blog--cards-feature.png)](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/three-ways-msp-can-help-small-business) [Business Strategy](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/business-strategy) | [Outsourced IT Support](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/outsourced-it-support) ## [Three Ways an MSP Can Help Your Small Business](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/three-ways-msp-can-help-small-business) By: [Ryan Stickel](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/author/ryan-stickel) May 31st, 2024 If you’re trying to run a small business, your day-to-day schedule is probably pretty busy. You’ve got a lot that you’re accountable for, technology included, and it’s causing a lot of headaches. Maybe you have an internal IT employee or a small team, but to no fault of anyone, you feel like your business needs more, and you and your internal IT employees need less on your plate. [Read More](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/three-ways-msp-can-help-small-business) Share - Close - - - - [mailto:?body=https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/three-ways-msp-can-help-small-business](mailto:?body=https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/three-ways-msp-can-help-small-business) [![Blog Feature](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/298890/blog-files/blog--cards-feature.png)](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/eight-artificial-intelligence-policy-principles-businesses) ## [Eight Artificial Intelligence Policy Principles for Businesses](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/eight-artificial-intelligence-policy-principles-businesses) By: [Ryan Stickel](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/author/ryan-stickel) May 20th, 2024 You’ve probably heard a lot about artificial intelligence (AI) in the news lately. It’s also likely that you have employees who are currently leveraging AI technology during their workday. While AI use can lead to increased productivity, it can also raise questions about the work's legality, safety and accuracy. So, how can we regulate AI use? [Read More](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/eight-artificial-intelligence-policy-principles-businesses) Share - Close - - - - [mailto:?body=https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/eight-artificial-intelligence-policy-principles-businesses](mailto:?body=https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/eight-artificial-intelligence-policy-principles-businesses) [![Blog Feature](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/298890/blog-files/blog--cards-feature.png)](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/windows-10-end-of-support-what-your-business-should-know) [Microsoft](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/microsoft) ## [Windows 10 End of Support: What your business should know](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/windows-10-end-of-support-what-your-business-should-know) By: [Ryan Stickel](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/author/ryan-stickel) May 17th, 2024 If you have devices in your business that are still running Windows 10, it’s time to create a plan so you can upgrade. Compatibility and vulnerability issues are on the horizon, and you want to act before it’s too late! [Read More](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/windows-10-end-of-support-what-your-business-should-know) Share - Close - - - - [mailto:?body=https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/windows-10-end-of-support-what-your-business-should-know](mailto:?body=https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/windows-10-end-of-support-what-your-business-should-know) [![Blog Feature](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/298890/blog-files/blog--cards-feature.png)](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/what-your-business-should-know-about-cyber-insurance-policy) [Business Strategy](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/business-strategy) | [Cybersecurity](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/cybersecurity) ## [What your business should know about its cyber insurance policy](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/what-your-business-should-know-about-cyber-insurance-policy) By: [Ryan Stickel](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/author/ryan-stickel) May 10th, 2024 So, your business is discussing its cybersecurity strategy and, more specifically, its cyber insurance policy. You don’t want to find out your business has the wrong coverage or IT solutions after the damage has been done. This proactive approach will help get you on the right path toward safeguarding your business. But where should you start? [Read More](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/what-your-business-should-know-about-cyber-insurance-policy) Share - Close - - - - [mailto:?body=https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/what-your-business-should-know-about-cyber-insurance-policy](mailto:?body=https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/what-your-business-should-know-about-cyber-insurance-policy) [![Blog Feature](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/298890/blog-files/blog--cards-feature.png)](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/how-to-conduct-simple-cybersecurity-risk-assessment) [Cybersecurity](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/cybersecurity) ## [How to Conduct a Simple Cybersecurity Risk Assessment](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/how-to-conduct-simple-cybersecurity-risk-assessment) By: [Ryan Stickel](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/author/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. [Read More](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/how-to-conduct-simple-cybersecurity-risk-assessment) Share - Close - - - - [mailto:?body=https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/how-to-conduct-simple-cybersecurity-risk-assessment](mailto:?body=https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/how-to-conduct-simple-cybersecurity-risk-assessment) [![Blog Feature](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/298890/blog-files/blog--cards-feature.png)](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/eos-employees-perspective) [Business Strategy](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/business-strategy) ## [EOS from an Employee's Perspective](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/eos-employees-perspective) By: [Ryan Stickel](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/author/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? [Read More](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/eos-employees-perspective) Share - Close - - - - [mailto:?body=https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/eos-employees-perspective](mailto:?body=https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/eos-employees-perspective) [![Blog Feature](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/298890/blog-files/blog--cards-feature.png)](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/importance-good-account-management-msp) [Business Strategy](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/business-strategy) ## [The Importance of Good Account Management with an MSP](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/importance-good-account-management-msp) By: [Ryan Stickel](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/author/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. [Read More](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/importance-good-account-management-msp) Share - Close - - - - [mailto:?body=https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/importance-good-account-management-msp](mailto:?body=https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/importance-good-account-management-msp) [![Blog Feature](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/298890/blog-files/blog--cards-feature.png)](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/understanding-invoices-different-managed-service-providers) [Purchasing](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/purchasing) ## [Understanding invoices from different managed service providers](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/understanding-invoices-different-managed-service-providers) By: [Ryan Stickel](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/author/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. [Read More](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/understanding-invoices-different-managed-service-providers) Share - Close - - - - [mailto:?body=https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/understanding-invoices-different-managed-service-providers](mailto:?body=https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/understanding-invoices-different-managed-service-providers) [![Blog Feature](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/298890/blog-files/blog--cards-feature.png)](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/should-business-work-with-msp) [Outsourced IT Support](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/topic/outsourced-it-support) ## [Should my business work with an MSP?](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/should-business-work-with-msp) By: [Ryan Stickel](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/author/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. [Read More](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/should-business-work-with-msp) Share - Close - - - - [mailto:?body=https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/should-business-work-with-msp](mailto:?body=https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/should-business-work-with-msp) [Previous](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/page/5) [All posts](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/all) [Next](https://blog.innovativeinc.net/blog/page/7) #### Contact **Headquarters** 13332 Pennsylvania Ave. Hagerstown, MD 21742 [301-739-7414](tel:+13017397414) **Washington, DC** 1717 K Street NW, Suite 900 Washington, DC 20006 [202-971-9991](tel:+12029719991) #### Managed Services - [Managed Services](https://www.innovativeinc.net/services) - [Co-Managed Services](https://www.innovativeinc.net/co-managed-services) - [Service Level Agreement](https://www.innovativeinc.net/service-level-agreement) - [Pricing](https://www.innovativeinc.net/pricing) - [Service Area](https://www.innovativeinc.net/service-area) #### Areas of Expertise - [Information Technology](https://www.innovativeinc.net/information-technology) - [BCDR](https://www.innovativeinc.net/bcdr) - [Cybersecurity](https://www.innovativeinc.net/cybersecurity) - [Phone & Voice](https://www.innovativeinc.net/phone-voice) - [Printer & Copiers](https://www.innovativeinc.net/printer-copiers) #### About - [About](https://www.innovativeinc.net/the-innovative-way) - [Our Team](https://www.innovativeinc.net/our-team) - [Privacy Policy](https://www.innovativeinc.net/privacy-) - [Contact](https://www.innovativeinc.net/contact) - [Book an Appointment](https://meetings.hubspot.com/shurd?uuid=e72ba9dd-044e-4670-8593-c28ca53244eb)