Don't Ignore IT Symptoms

An old fable says that a frog placed in a pot of boiling water will jump out immediately, but if the water is warmed to boiling with the frog already in it, the frog won’t notice until it is already too late. Many modern businesses act like that frog, overlooking minor tech problems that signal a growing issue until the damage is done.

Let’s see if we can identify some of these issues to help keep you out of hot water.

What are the Symptoms of a Serious IT Problem?

Usually, the warning signs of a growing technology issue are shrugged off as minor inconveniences, especially when something else is happening to command your attention. This is something you need to consciously avoid. Even the smallest annoyance could potentially be a warning sign of a much larger problem under the surface.

A Workstation Runs Slowly

If an employee’s computer is dragging, it’s certainly impacting their ability to work. That being said, it may also signal that malware—such as a cryptomining program or botnet—is infecting the device or that a hard drive is on its way out.

Pop-Ups are Ignored

Today's technology lets us know when an update is available, and while this can be a handy reminder, it can also become annoying relatively fast. Too often, these notifications are disregarded until a patch is missed and a threat gains purchase.

Behaviors are Overlooked

Odd glitches should never be minimized, but too many of us simply wave them off. Alas, these are often the result of phishing attempts or other forms of account compromise. You could easily continue operating with a false sense of security, unaware that an attacker already has access to your business’ network.

Password Hygiene is Poor

While convenient, weak passwords are an open invitation to attackers, akin to locking the door but leaving the window wide open. If the passwords you use to secure your resources aren’t secure enough, you simply aren’t safe.

Even Worse, the Problem Can Suddenly Become Extremely Clear

When the water does eventually boil over, a business will suddenly be in a total catastrophe. Any functionality is out of the question, and all because the little things were disregarded.

Trust Macro Systems to Keep Your IT Problems at Bay

Our function is to proactively maintain your technology on your behalf, applying patches and updates while you focus on your operations. As we do so, we’ll keep our eye out for these kinds of latent issues—making sure your technology is up to par and ready for you to use it.

We’ll ensure your software is kept up to date.

We’ll investigate the cause of any slowness.

We’ll dig into why any glitches have appeared before something worse happens.

In short, we’ll proactively ensure the water doesn’t get too warm so your business stays safe, comfortable, and happy. If this kind of service sounds like something you want (or your business needs), reach out to Macro Systems and learn more by calling 703-359-9211 for a no-obligation conversation.