If you have the slightest inkling that it may be time to upgrade your business IT services, you’re probably right. Technology is evolving more rapidly than ever before, and it is crucial for companies to maintain the tools necessary for employees to work at peak performance.
The most important factor when planning an upgrade is determining what you need technology to do for your business. Then you can choose the solutions to help reach your goals. And Network Data Services, with its top-notch IT consulting services, is committed to making sure you meet and exceed those goals.
Regardless of how many options there are, some things remain constant.
Hardware – Although sometimes we can integrate solutions into your IT plan that don’t require new hardware or limited hardware, this is an essential part of an effective technology plan. Desktop computers, laptops, mobile phones, printers – the list goes on and on – provide the proper tools to save time and work more efficiently. Hardware should be easy to use and rugged enough to withstand your working environment.
Software – The growth in Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) products online has given small businesses access to powerful software at lower prices. From hosted email to accounting software delivered over the Internet, SaaS is flexible and growing, and can be a good companion to traditional software. When selecting software, consider ongoing fees and upgrades, read reviews, and talk to other business owners.
Marketing – The use of IT in marketing is bigger than ever before, particularly among social media outlets. Businesses can email newsletters, take advantage of mobile marketing, and maintain websites that provide a global reach. It is important to set your marketing goals, and find the appropriate technology to support them.
Upgrading – When IT begins to negatively affect productivity, it’s time. Consider an upgrade cycle, perhaps every two to four years, due to ever-improving software and tools. Technology should allow you to use the best solutions for the job.
Call us today at 501-758-6058 to discuss a custom solution for your business, or contact us here.
As Little Rock’s leading provider of computer network solutions, Network Data Services is dedicated to staying ahead of the latest technology trends. Because our team has extensive knowledge of current approaches to networking services, we can guarantee our clients the best IT experience possible for their businesses.
This year’s Interop conference recently was held in Las Vegas. It is an exclusive networking event for professionals to examine the industry and the direction IT is heading in the future.
There was much discussion concerning many issues. But we’ve narrowed it down to three topics that seemed to create a common theme, in terms of what consumers can expect in 2014.
A mobile workforce is no longer an idea – it’s a reality. Your company’s IT team should be focused on embracing this mobility. One mistake to avoid, however, is dictating the technology workers can use. Instead, experts suggest offering employees choices in technology approved for work.
The cloud is rapidly emerging as the dominant model for delivering services. The movement was spurred by the Software as a service (SaaS) market, which allows companies to use applications and software through a web browser. Infrastructure as a service (IaaS) is predicted as the next major cloud adoption, allowing businesses to outsource their compute processing and storage needs. Platform as a service (PaaS) is a method of building and running applications in the cloud.
Industry experts say data centers will continue to be necessary, but there is an enormous demand for distributing processing on a global basis. In a cloud-based environment, the network must be able to evolve and handle the load from a world of connected devices. One technology for accomplishing this, which was spoken of at great length, is through a relatively new networking model called software-defined networking (SDN). More companies are developing SDN products, but it remains a fragmented market.
We provide computer network solutions that are best suited to your business, offering custom solutions for all your IT needs. Call us at 501-791-7902, or click here for more information.
We’ve spent considerable time making the case for business owners to make sure networks are secure and robust. We’ve also talked about what makes an effective network services company to partner with your business.
So now we want to fill our readers in on why Network Data Services has fit the bill on all counts since its inception in 1995, and how we do it professionally and affordably to build long-term corporate relationships.
1.Our amazingly proactive managed IT services program is among our most popular offerings. We have designed it to keep your company’s IT up and running, minimizing or even eliminating downtime completely. Our ITCC Guard It service’s dedicated, managed firewalls reflect our commitment to data security. When it comes to your valuable, confidential information stored on equipment or your VoIP telephone system, for example, we provide the expertise, services, and solutions to secure your data.
2.The best in Arkansas data services, we are incredibly flexible, tailoring our solutions to your unique requirements. Our team will work with you on any level, from providing partial support for your IT department to becoming your entire IT team on an enterprise support level.
3.Our services are surprisingly affordable, particularly our popular IT Core Care program. With this service, your business has an entire IT team of experts supporting you for a fraction of what it would cost to hire just one full-time IT professional. We also provide the opportunity for financing virtually any type of software, hardware, or services with our company.
4.Part of the reason we have built a reputation as a superior network services company is our willingness from day one to adapt to changing technology and provide truly custom solutions for business. We have enough experience to know that this isn’t a cookie cutter business – and neither is yours. So we provide a range of hosted solutions to meet your unique requirements. Whether you need email, server, SharePoint, website hosting, or other related services, we provide you with a custom configuration.
Call us today at 501-791-7900, or contact us here.
If computer network problems are hampering your business, you may be considering an upgrade to your data network. And you’re not alone, according to the International Data Corporation’s (IDC) “Worldwide Predictions 2014” report.
IDC forecasts spending on technology initiatives will increase 5 percent to $2.1 trillion next year. And our experts at Network Data Services, Inc., want to ensure your company spends its money wisely on those critical IT solutions in today’s tech world.
Among the bricks required to build a new business’ foundation, choosing effective IT managed service providers is more critical than ever. Most understand that today’s corporate world is a technological one, making the building and maintenance of your IT infrastructure essential to success.
When considering a phone system upgrade for your business, if you haven’t already made the switch to VoIP, then it should be your central thesis.
VoIP takes the pressure off your office’s existing computer network. It transmits your calls as data over the Internet, much like email and other commonly used software.
