What happens if your mission-critical technology suddenly stops working? You're faced with IT downtime.
Each hour of IT downtime means your company loses money and, sometimes, its good name.
How do you stop the downtime and prevent it from happening again?
The good news is there are ways to prevent downtime, protect your profits, and keep your reputation intact.
When you get a new electronic device, you're often asked, "Do you want to add an extended warranty?" Is it worth it to purchase a warranty on business hardware? What does it do, exactly?
WEBIT Services has helped clients in the greater Chicago area succeed in IT management, security, and strategy for over 25 years.
The sale at your local computer store may seem like a great way to save money, but will that computer meet your business needs?
Unfortunately, consumer-grade computers are not compatible with business networks and use. But why is this? Do consumer-grade computers hold up to business-grade computers?
For over 25 years, WEBIT Services has assisted clients in planning, evaluating, and acquiring technology for their businesses in the greater Chicago area.
Imagine if your company's server suddenly stopped working. Everything would come to a halt. Without a backup server and a solid plan, it could take days or even weeks to get back online.
During that downtime, you're losing money every hour.
How can companies prevent such costly incidents?
Quality IT providers and internal IT departments use a strategy known as IT Asset Lifecycle Management to anticipate declining hardware and plan for its replacement.
Have you ever wondered what would happen if the computer systems in your business suddenly stopped working? Imagine the frustration of losing important files, facing unexpected downtime, and the impact on your profits.
Your IT server is like the powerhouse of your computer systems.
Imagine your computer is like a car. You wouldn't wait until it breaks down on the side of the road to give it attention, right? Just like cars, computers need regular check-ups. That's where proactive IT maintenance comes in.
Proactive IT maintenance examines and maintains your IT equipment, systems, and processes to address issues before they cause serious complications, including lost productivity and profits.
Integrating new technology into your business involves more than just plugging things in. It can be complicated, and if not done right, it might even create new problems for your business.
Your IT provider does more than fix computer issues; they also help set up new technology.
Have you ever received a warning that your server is approaching End of Life?
When essential business hardware (i.e., a server) malfunctions, productivity stops until it is repaired or replaced. A business loses money for every hour it's down.
Servers have a finite lifespan.
What would happen if your company's central server suddenly stopped working? Productivity would come to a sudden halt. If you don't have a backup server with a continuity plan, it can take hours or days to get back online.
In today's digital world, knowing when and how often to upgrade your hardware and IT equipment is essential.
At some point, every business needs new computer hardware. With the ever-changing technological landscape, this involved task takes time and foresight. But how do you know what specifications suit your organization's needs?
Your IT provider isn't just a helpdesk.
Technology is expensive and a considerable investment for any company. So when someone recommends you purchase new technology, how do you know if it's a good investment or just someone trying to make a commission sale?
The answer to this question can make or break the trust in an IT partnership.
A database stores information. A database acts like a digital library by organizing all your information and allowing users to access and edit data. However, databases have limited storage space. If your database is full, it can slow your system to a crawl or even take it offline.
