Software as a Service (SaaS) is a double-edged sword. When managed well, it’s a high-performance engine for growth, but when ignored, it becomes a silent bleeder, slowly draining your budget through automated monthly charges that no one is tracking.
The question isn't whether you need SaaS; you do. The question is whether your SaaS is working for you, or if you’re just working to pay for it.
Today's technology feels like a black hole to many business owners, a recurring line item that keeps getting more expensive without ever making life noticeably easier. If you have ever felt like you are purchasing software just to keep up rather than to get ahead, you are not alone. The goal should not be to buy more IT. The goal is to capture value. Listed below is how to bridge the gap between technical complexity and business growth.
Take a quick walk through your company. When you look at the screens on the walls, what’s actually on them? If it’s a generic weather widget, a “Happy Monday!” slide that’s been up for three weeks, or a “No Signal” box, you aren’t looking at a technology investment.
You’re looking at a $10,000 screensaver.
Is your organization still depending on a patchwork system of spreadsheets, sticky notes, and emails to manage all of its customer relationships? This kind of manual work is not cheaper or more efficient; it only accumulates organizational debt that will eventually come due. Poor customer relationship management results in hundreds of hours of lost productivity throughout the year, directly translating into lost sales and profits for your business.
The holiday season can be a busy and lucrative time for businesses, but that’s only if your network can handle the increased traffic. A network that stumbles under the weight of more traffic than usual can cost you in sales. How do you address this issue so you don’t miss opportunities to make money?
You can start with these five strategies listed below.
Did you know that, in physics, regardless of how much time, sweat, and energy you put into pushing a boulder, if it doesn’t move, the “work done” is seen as zero? The same is true in business… at the end of the day, your investment in your organization and its people is only worthwhile if you see results.
Thus, you need to ask yourself: how much work are your team members actually getting done? Are they moving the boulder, or are they just trying a lot but not actually making any progress? Below we examine what often leads to this kind of stagnant struggle and how you can fix it.
There are a bunch of shortcuts that most of us should already know: cut, copy, paste, new tab, things like that. These are the basics. That being said, if you really want to show off for the boss—blowing them away with your efficiency and professionalism—some more advanced options are also handy to know.
Listed below are some shortcuts to take advantage of:
Business is already complicated enough without having to remember all of your passwords. Alas, logins and sign-ons are a necessary part of operations, and without them, work isn’t going to get anywhere. However, there is a solution to the problem of having too many accounts with too many unique credentials, and it all starts by asking a simple question.
Running a business can feel like a constant battle against inefficiency. There are innumerable reasons an organization doesn’t meet productivity standards. Fortunately, however, technology offers powerful tools to identify and eliminate these issues. Listed below: how you can utilize technology to find and fix inefficiencies in your business.
There’s a specific stress that comes from the disconnect between the money you invest in your business IT and the value that comes back from it. Sure, you know what the money is being spent on… but that’s a far cry from knowing how these investments are shifting the needle.
Listed below: the importance of comprehending what your IT is telling you and when you need to demand more information… politely, of course.
A disorganized workspace can lead to a disorganized mind. Whether you're working from home or in an office, keeping your workspace clean and organized can significantly boost your productivity, reduce stress, and even spark creativity. It's not just about aesthetics; it's about creating an environment where you can thrive.
Here are five tips to help you maintain a pristine and productive workspace:
The grind of daily business operations can feel relentless. From overflowing inboxes to endless task lists and scattered information, it's easy to get bogged down in the minutiae. That’s why it's imperative to know and utilize the right technology to transform tedious tasks into strategically streamlined workflows, providing you and your team with more time and clarity. Listed below is a look at some of the technology you can use to take a little stress off your grind.
Has this ever happened to you?
It’s late, after a long day of work, but you’re finally home and able to relax. Just as you get comfortable, your phone dings. You glance at your phone. It’s a work email… and if you’re like most, you’ll be itching just to check it and get it over with. The problem is, each time you do so, you whittle away the line between work and the rest of your life. This “always on” impression our technology offers has contributed to a few significant problems.
Let’s see if we can address these problems.
Time isn't just money; it's the entire vault. The correct tools and strategies can transform not just your IT infrastructure, but your entire workflow. Below we're going to talk about a surprisingly simple, yet profoundly effective, time management method: the Pomodoro Technique. This useful strategy that can keep you focused and on task.
Productivity is one of the most common modern business goals, with many doing everything they can to optimize it. In fact, today is officially World Productivity Day, highlighting the significant importance placed on this specific metric.
Despite this, productivity can often feel unreachable… regardless of how busy one is throughout the day. Listed below are three habits that will significantly support your work and help make the most of your time.
Many (and hopefully most) businesses have a concrete view of the role that their IT plays in operations: cost center, money pit, necessary evil.
Something we’ve realized, however, is that these impressions are simply warning signs that a business’ technology strategy and approach need some attention. Listed below are three warning signs that might be all too familiar to you, and what can be done to change course and help turn your IT into a contributing part of your overall productivity.
As the water cooler whispers about artificial intelligence grow louder, workers are actively becoming worried about the status of their jobs. The idea of robots taking jobs can sound alarming, but knowledge is power. By comprehending how AI works and what it can do for a business, employers and employees alike can gain some perspective and peace of mind.
In nearly every office, the printer hums along, a familiar backdrop to the workday. Have you ever paused to consider how much all that printing really adds up? If the average office worker might use around 10,000 sheets of paper annually, as some studies suggest, that is far too high with the modern technology available to us. That’s a significant impact on budgets and the environment.
Good cybersecurity is an important part of modern business operations. Business owners should be aware of several critical aspects of their digital security to help protect company assets and maintain the continuity of your operations. Listed below are four points every business needs to address.
You see it everywhere, again and again: how much return an investment into proper business technology will bring, with little to no context behind these claims. We want to fix that.
Listed below is a look at why so much information about today's IT options can be less than helpful, and see if we can’t clarify what it means. Simplifying technology for the businesses we work with is one of our primary goals, after all.
