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It's impossible to a run a modern business without technology services. Our technology hub will guide you toward the software and tools necessary not just for everyday operations but also cost efficiency and long-term growth. Get recommendations for cutting-edge platforms, learn about the rise of AI-powered tech and find out what solutions can help you take your business to the next level.

Latest Small Business Technology Tips, Trends and Advice

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How to Do a Cybersecurity Risk Assessment
By Mark Fairlie | August 07, 2024

Businesses must convince customers their personal data is safe. Run a cybersecurity risk assessment to protect company and customer data.

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Cybercrime to Reach $23 Trillion By 2027: What Can We Do?
By Mark Fairlie | August 01, 2024

Cybercriminals won't ignore you because your business is small. Learn 20 ways to protect a company from a damaging data breach and how to respond to one.

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Why Businesses Are Still Sending Faxes in 2025
By Mark Fairlie | July 23, 2024

For some companies, faxing is more important than ever. Learn the benefits faxes provide and the online fax services you should consider using.

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FleetUp Review and Pricing
By Mark Fairlie | July 18, 2024

FleetUp excels at helping businesses improve driver efficiency and reduce costs while delivering strong customer service and support. See plan options.

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GPS Trackit Review and Pricing
By Mark Fairlie | July 18, 2024

GPS Trackit is a cost-effective fleet tracking platform with leading video telematics capabilities. See pricing and more key details.

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ClearPathGPS Review and Pricing
By Mark Fairlie | July 18, 2024

ClearPathGPS is a great fleet tracking system for budget-conscious businesses. See its features, plans and prices.

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Azuga Fleet Management Review and Pricing
By Mark Fairlie | July 18, 2024

Azuga stands out in the fleet tracking space for its high usability. Learn about features, pricing and more.

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What Is Claim Scrubbing?
By Sean Peek | July 16, 2024

Claim scrubbing is the process of verifying that a medical claim's codes are accurate. Learn how code scrubbing works and which tools can help.

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How to Use Slack for Workplace Communication
By Jamie Johnson | July 02, 2024

Slack is one of the best apps for workplace communication, thanks to its versatility. Learn how it works and some of its benefits.

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Beacons Are Beckoning: How Mobile Technology Is Changing Retail
By Sean Peek | June 21, 2024

Retailers of all sizes are adjusting to technology trends. See how mobile tech is changing the in-store experience and how to use it in your business.

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Top Challenges of Electronic Health Record (EHR) Implementation
By Mark Fairlie | May 07, 2024

EHRs are a vital way to automate and streamline the healthcare process, but implementation can be challenging. Learn how to smooth the transition.

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PowerShell: Everything You Need to Know
By Sean Peek | May 03, 2024

What is PowerShell? Microsoft PowerShell is a powerful administrative tool that can help you automate tasks for your computer and network.

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Fact or Fiction: Common Downfalls of Data Visualizations
By Sanket Shah | May 02, 2024

Visuals can tell a story and explain complex ideas, but they must be used effectively. Learn the five biggest downfalls of data visualization.

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GoTo Connect Review and Pricing
By Jessica Elliott | April 29, 2024

GoTo Connect combines the power and reliability of Jive's cloud VoIP phone systems with GoTo Meeting's web, audio, and video conferencing into one simple, reliable, and flexible solution.

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How Photoshop Has Maintained Market Dominance
By Sean Peek | April 18, 2024

Photoshop remains supreme among editing software for photos, graphics and videos. Here's how and why to use Photoshop for your business.

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What Is an Auto-Dialer?
By Shannon Flynn | April 10, 2024

Auto-dialing software has been around for some time, but it can be confusing to the average person. Here's how it can be a game-changer for businesses.

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18 Video Conferencing Etiquette Tips for Presenters and Attendees
By Karina Fabian | April 10, 2024

Video conferences can be effective virtual meetings or a waste of time and resources. Learn 18 tips for more productive and enjoyable video conferences.

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VoIP vs. Landlines
By Mark Fairlie | April 09, 2024

VoIP and landline are options for your business phone system needs. Learn the pros and cons of each and how to choose the right communication solution.

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What Are Multiline Phone Systems?
By Mark Fairlie | March 28, 2024

Learn how to improve communications and optimize your entire business with a phone system capable of handling multiple calls simultaneously.

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Document Management Systems Explained
By Kiely Kuligowski | January 03, 2024

A document management system is software that provides an automated way to store, manage and track electronic documents and images of paper documents.

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Tebra EMR Software Review and Pricing
By Leah Zitter | November 29, 2023

Tebra provides EHR systems to small practices and has no contractual requirements. The company understands the needs and budgetary restraints of smaller practices, while allowing the option of...

Review
CareCloud EHR Software Review and Pricing
By Leah Zitter | November 16, 2023

CareCloud is a relatively inexpensive and easy-to-use electronic health record (EHR) system with a modern user interface and an optional integrated practice management system. It has no startup costs...

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Zoho Assist Review and Pricing
By Nadia Reckmann | November 08, 2023

Zoho Assist is great remote PC access software for companies that offer their customers hands-on technical support for their products. It's also optimal for small and midsize businesses that need to...

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What Is a Document Repository?
By Kiely Kuligowski | November 06, 2023

A document repository can provide secure and efficient document storage for your business. Learn the benefits and get software recommendations.

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How to Build a Microsoft Document Management System
By Mark Fairlie | November 03, 2023

Discover how to build a customized Microsoft document management system for your business with the workflows, security and integrations you want.

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Article
Nintendo Was Making Games in 1889
By Dan Ketchum | October 03, 2023

(Just without video.)

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Dumb Phones Are Cool Again — But Can You Run a Business With One? (Full Q&A)
By Dan Ketchum | October 03, 2023

An interview with Will Stults of dumbwireless.

Review
TeamViewer Remote PC Access Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | September 14, 2023

TeamViewer is an easy-to-use remote PC access solution that offers a long list of features and security protocols so your remote interactions are efficient and safe.

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athenaCollector Review and Pricing
By Leah Zitter | September 14, 2023

athenaCollector is a good medical billing service for practices of various specialties, with several great features to efficiently handle your billing process, including a billing rules engine and...

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DrChrono Medical Billing Software Review and Pricing
By Leah Zitter | September 14, 2023

The DrChrono suite of electronic health record and medical billing software is simple to use for front-office staff and physicians. It offers a hybrid plan for new practices that are just ramping up.