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There are lessons every business owner needs to learn about technology. Unfortunately, they are often learned a little too late; after something terrible happens. Today, we’re going to look at four lessons that will help you keep your business’ technology working for you and not against you.

Public discussion about online threats can sometimes feel overwhelming, the reality is that cyber risks pose a genuine and significant challenge to businesses of all sizes. Is your company equipped to defend against the sophisticated digital adversaries active today? Let's clarify three prevalent threats that can cause substantial harm to your operations and reputation.

While it might not be the most glamorous topic, losing critical information—customer records, financial data, intellectual property—can severely disrupt, or even cripple, a business. At Lantek, we specialize in proactive business technology support for organizations, and we consider a robust backup and recovery strategy non-negotiable for resilience.

If you have a lot of complaints about your IT, you’re not alone. Turns out, business technology complaints are one of the most common frustrations for companies. We’re here to tell you, however, that you don’t have to live with broken technology; you can instead take steps to fix it, and it’s not as difficult as you might think.

The term data center might sound like something only large corporations need to worry about, but in reality, this is far from the truth. What exactly is a data center, and why is it increasingly vital for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) like yours?

Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) need every advantage they can get. The Internet of Things (IoT) offers a powerful way to boost efficiency and drive growth. 

Before we even get into small business technology management, it’s worth noting that your typical SMB is already handling a lot. IT isn’t as simple as adding new hardware or downloading a new application; it’s managing an entire technology ecosystem that needs to operate and interact with each other. Let’s examine what goes into small business IT and what you should prioritize as a business owner.

Data centers—off-site locations where you can store your business’ data—are an excellent opportunity to decentralize your data infrastructure and improve accessibility, redundancy, and security. But how do you choose a data center for your business’ needs, anyway?

The Internet of Things (IoT) is easily becoming one of the most transformative technological advancements. While some businesses assume IoT is too costly or complex to implement, a well-planned strategy can make these tools pay for themselves quickly. Let’s explore how organizations are using IoT, the most effective solutions, and the significant return on investment (ROI) these technologies can bring.

Artificial intelligence is invading business IT infrastructure around the world, with chatbots being one of the more commonplace solutions out there. When implemented appropriately, chatbots can act as a cheat code for managing customers, handling inquiries, scheduling appointments, and even marketing your services.. Today, we want to help you get set up with chatbots so you can make better use of your time.