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Managed Communications

The pandemic created waves across the workforce as people were forced to work from home or otherwise away from the office. K-12 schools were no exception. Although it was a tough transition for teachers, parents, students, and staff alike, it unmistakably changed how educators approach technology.

Cyber Security

New York Senator Chuck Schumer recently sent a letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services after a massive cyber-attack against Change Healthcare, one of the largest healthcare companies in the US.

Managed Communications

One of the central factors in good local government communication is public engagement. Resources allocated for government programs and initiatives can go to waste if the public can't access them or doesn't know about them. Local governments can drive engagement through effective public outreach and responsiveness, which is key to fostering public trust.

managed IT Services | Cyber Security

Every business needs a solid IT strategy to keep up with the rise in cybercrime and the swift pace of technological innovation. Manufacturing companies face unique risks to their productivity if they don’t optimize their cybersecurity. This is partly due to vulnerabilities they might consider less critical than core manufacturing systems. Here's an overview of manufacturing plant security.

Managed Communications

By: Jada Sterling, Digital Content Manager
February 29th, 2024

If you run a healthcare organization, you likely know the importance of digital records and user-friendly IT tools for efficiency. There are many services out there that help healthcare businesses manage electronic health records (EHR) through the cloud.

Usherwood

By: Jada Sterling, Digital Content Manager
February 28th, 2024

On Tuesday, January 16th, Usherwood Office Technology hosted students from G. Ray Bodley High School for a day of interactive presentations from Usherwood tech experts. The local students from Fulton, NY visited thanks to a program through the Manufacturers Association of Central New York (MACNY) Workforce Development Team.

Managed Communications

By: Jada Sterling, Digital Content Manager
February 27th, 2024

As any school administrator knows, communication is key to quality education. Relaying critical information about student needs to parents and teachers can drastically affect the quality of their learning experience.

managed IT Services | Managed IT Albany

By: Jada Sterling, Digital Content Manager
February 23rd, 2024

If you’re on the hunt for managed IT companies near Albany NY, it can be a hassle to rake through your options. You’ll want a service provider with a good reputation, excellent customer service, and the experience and tools to keep you productive and secure.

Managed Communications | Video Conferencing

By: Jada Sterling, Digital Content Manager
February 20th, 2024

Google and Microsoft are leading tech brands in the market. If you’re between the two for your business’ unified communications, it can be difficult to identify the key things that differentiate each. After all, both manufacturers have spent decades developing collaboration tools to best cater to business activities and communication needs.

Managed Print

By: Jada Sterling, Digital Content Manager
February 15th, 2024

Looking for a new printer can be confusing. With such advanced printing technology on the market, you may be surprised that all printers aren’t capable of printing in color. However, the question of whether to buy a black and white or color printer depends on what you need out of your printer experience.