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There’s a lot of talk these days about the cloud. It’s the current IT focus for many businesses. The cloud enables businesses to store, manage, and process data in a remote, virtual computing environment rather than on a computer or server on a business’ premises.

Should your business move its data to the cloud?
It may be time to make the move if:

• Your equipment — especially storage devices — is out of date. Upgrading hardware and software on your own is often expensive and time consuming. Switching to the cloud eliminates that task from your day and is less costly.
• Your storage is full and running slow. When your storage is no longer able to store data and is causing your system to run slow, it’s time to move to the cloud. On the cloud, you can determine the space you want today and expand when you need to in the future. This frees up space on on-location storage servers and improves network performance.
• You’re wasting time on IT maintenance instead of working. By switching to the cloud with a managed service provider (MSP), you can increase productivity and eliminate the need to spend time on implementing applications. The MSP does all the ongoing IT maintenance for you!
• Your IT costs are unpredictable. Reduce IT capital and operating costs by switching to a pay-as-you-grow model. You won’t have to pay for new equipment, new applications, application upgrades, or installation, and you’ll get consistent, predictable payments!

With IntelliServer, you get all the benefits of the cloud without the headaches. IntelliServer offers hosting and co-location services in state-of-the-art facilities. And it’s backed by complete network administration, maintenance, and reporting that simplifies network, data, and application management.

If you’re considering a move to the cloud, contact IntelliSyn today and find out how the cloud can help you improve your business.

Offering Wi-Fi to guests is common for businesses of all sizes. But is it safe?

There are advantages and disadvantages to your business offering “guest mode” Wi-Fi to visitors. It’s important to be aware of both so you can protect your business’ IT infrastructure and ensure that your network remains secure.

One reason businesses offer a guest Wi-Fi mode instead of access to their main Wi-Fi setup is that it allows for differentiation in the credentials used. Your guests can have a visitor password that differs from your company credentials — keeping control over guest usage and access separate from company usage.

Instating a guest mode also keeps sensitive data protected, as it does not allow access to the business’ main network. Guest modes only connect to the internet.

With guest mode, you may also limit the number of devices that can connect to the guest network, giving your business control over a Wi-Fi access point’s usage.

A downside to guest mode is that it is often an open and unencrypted network, meaning any network traffic may be vulnerable to “snooping”. Unless encrypted with a password every time a user logs in to guest mode, guests may be putting their data at risk. So be aware of what you and your guests send back and forth over this connection!

It’s also important to be aware that sometimes, even with an encrypted guest mode, it isn’t difficult for tech-savvy people to gain access to your network and sensitive data if your business is using unreliable routers.

To learn more about whether or not your business should offer Wi-Fi to its guests and how you can protect your business’ network from threats, contact IntelliSyn today!

With so many storage solutions available, it can be difficult to decide which one is right for your small business.

To ensure your business’ data remains secure, properly stored, and conveniently accessed, compare just some of the advantages of both cloud storage and local storage with the information below.

Cloud storage advantages
-Cost-effective
-Maintenance, upgrades, and troubleshooting are provided for you as issues arise
-Storage size scalability – Easy to increase or decrease storage as needed
-On-site disasters are not a problem, everything is safe elsewhere
-Easy, accessible access on any device with an internet connection

Local storage advantages
-Access speed is often a lot faster than cloud storage
-Full control of backups, which means better control over who accesses data
-Disconnecting the drives from the network keeps your data safe from attacks

There are advantages to both cloud and local storage, and the good news is that IntelliSyn offers the best of both worlds with its IntelliServer solution!

IntelliServer increases network efficiency while reducing operating costs and it’s backed by complete network administration, maintenance, and reporting that simplifies network, data, and application management.

With IntelliServer, you get the ideal balance of public, private, or hybrid cloud-based hosting. And you can eliminate the daily hassles associated with using and managing advanced IT so you can get on with your business.

IntelliServer ensures that you get the latest and greatest solution for all of your storage needs with its state-of-the-art facilities that keep your data secure.

Contact IntelliSyn today to reap the rewards of an all-in-one storage solution for your small business!

A large proportion of today’s business documents and data is digital.

Most businesses (large and small) depend on being digitally active to turn a profit. Spreadsheets and documents are not completed by hand or by typewriter!

Given that all businesses are working in the digital realm, there is an ever-increasing possibility of sensitive data being lost, corrupted, or stolen. Data loss or corruption can result from simple problems, such as hardware or software failure and human error. And every business should be concerned about the possibility of complex threats from cyber attacks.

Whether you’re a sole proprietor, a small business, or large corporation, it is important to reduce the possibility of data loss and ensure the protection of your business’ network and IT infrastructure with backups.

IntelliSecure Data Backup and Protection services are designed to keep your data safe and accessible at all times. They go beyond basic transaction-based backup offerings to provide network backup for files, objects, and transactions. This includes complete backup and protection of your on-site files and folders, as well as your off-site data in virtual machines.

Contact IntelliSyn today to learn more about backups to protect your business’ data!

Every day brings new changes to the technology that we rely on to run our businesses. With the rapid changes happening from desktop to cloud, it’s difficult to know what’s important. But if you focus on the right technology, you’ll improve the way your business operates and you’ll be better positioned to compete in the coming year.

Start the new year off on the right tech footing by focusing on these tech trends.

1. Internet of Things

In 2017, advancements in sensors, software, and mobile technology will allow a variety of devices to be interconnected and speak to one another. IntelliSyn’s IntelliOffice allows you to leverage the latest office technology and advanced interconnectivity with an end-to-end, turnkey business network in a box so you can remain productive and efficient.

2. Personalized Offerings

More businesses will continue to move away from generic, one-size-fits-all solutions that don’t match the unique needs of their office environments. Tailored products and services will be the key to improving efficiency and increasing productivity. With IntelliSyn, your business can get the custom IT network that fits your unique environment and addresses your specific needs.

3. Cybersecurity

The number of cyber attacks will continue to grow in 2017, and cyber criminals will continue to adopt more sophisticated techniques to get at the data they really want. You’ll need the latest and greatest IT security available to keep the bad players out and your data safe. Take advantage of the latest technologies with IntelliSecure’s turnkey managed security and unified threat management (UTM) solutions. With IntelliSecure, you can protect your business network and get the peace of mind you need for your business’ entire technology infrastructure.

Keep pace with the rate of technology changes and improve the way your business operates by contacting IntelliSyn today!

If you’re looking forward to enjoying some time off during the holidays, make sure you don’t leave your office vulnerable to cyberattacks.

Protect your office IT network from cyberattacks and ensure you return from the holidays without the network security problems that can hamper business productivity.

Ensure your office is secure from cyber threats with this simple checklist:

1. Set your computer to automatically update software and operating system updates to ensure the latest protection is running.
2. Install protective software that scans for viruses on a regular basis.
3. Install desktop firewalls.
4. Protect sensitive data with encryption tools.
5. Make sure passwords are strong.
6. Backup all devices to protect data from the unexpected.
7. Protect access by not leaving your devices in unsecured areas or logged on.
8. Use secure internet connections.
9. Stay current on new technology and security systems to remain the most up-to-date and secure.

And if you’re looking for more protection, consider our IntelliSecure cybersecurity solution.

IntelliSecure provides everything you need to safeguard your data and servers from attack with a complete, turnkey security solution.

Contact IntelliSyn today to get the protection your office needs for this holiday season and for the answers to any questions you may have about protecting your business network and IT infrastructure.

Thinking of using an on-site server for your business’ data network? Think again! On-site, network-attached storage solutions and application servers are costly and inefficient.

Your business can increase network efficiency, reduce its operating costs, maximize its network uptime, and eliminate the daily hassles associated with using and managing advanced IT so you can get on with your business. How? It’s simple.

Our IntelliServer service provides hosting and co-location services in state-of-the-art facilities.

IntelliServer gives your business the ideal balance of public, private, or hybrid cloud-based hosting.

And, it’s backed by complete network administration, maintenance, and reporting that simplifies network, data, and application management.

Check out our IntelliServer page or contact IntelliSyn today to learn more about the benefits of off-site server solutions.