Just a few short years ago, if someone was asked about how AI (artificial intelligence) was a part of their life, they would have thought they were part of a science-fiction-inspired joke. Now with Alexa, Siri, and other AI making inroads into everyday life, business leaders have begun to realize the benefits of adding artificial intelligence to their workforce. How...
If you’re reading this blog, you’ve probably just invested in new technology for your business, or you’re thinking about doing so. Either way, congratulations, as thinking about new technology for your business means you’re motivated and striving to be innovative. New technology allows your business to thrive at its fullest capacity. The use of updated and modern technology will increase...
Slack is one of the most popular employee communication tools used by businesses today. The ease, efficiency, and user-friendly nature of Slack allows for easy collaboration on team projects. Slack helps with organization and file storage and, with instant messaging, allows for employees to get things done when they need to. These types of communication softwares have been used by...
For those who struggle with sharing files, Mozilla FireFox just made things a whole lot easier. Mozilla Firefox is a well-known internet browser. We have recently seen Firefox Send trending in the tech world, and we figured we would highlight this new file sharing service in case some of our readers are not up-to-date. FireFox Send is a free, in-browser...
Secure technology is important to your business. There are many things business owners need to consider when keeping their information safe and confidential. Beyond their own security measures, there are certain things employers should be aware of when it comes to secure tech use in the business. This means investing in new technology, looking into new software, and deciding if...
Apple is one of the tech giants that’s constantly debuting new technology. Every time Apple comes out with something new, we’re excited as everyone is interested and eager to learn about the new features of these devices or updates. Apple has recently announced the new iPad mini & iPad Air. It’s understandable why everyone is excited about these product...
A firewall is your first line of defense that guards against malicious activity from getting in to your secured, internal networks from outside (potentially insecure or untrusted) networks, like the internet. Unauthorized access into your system is how hackers and cyber criminals find, and use, your data. Needless, to say this barrier, which stands between your data and the outside...
The landscape of cyber security is constantly shifting and changing, leaving many businesses feeling a bit off-balance. Lately, we don’t seem to go a week without hearing about a cyber attack or data breach of businesses around the globe. People We are often asked what the biggest cyber threat is for businesses, both large and small. By far,...
How do you use Google Drive? Do you chart your expenses on spreadsheets? Share docs or files with coworkers? Email your clients? Maybe you even create slides and presentations with Google Slides? Whatever your favorite aspect of this application may be, there’s probably still more you can learn. Launched in April 2012, Google Drive is one of the most versatile...
Last month, the news in the world of cyber security was the discussion of “Two Cyber Security Myths You Need to Forget.” Mainstream media, ZDNet, and Homeland Security reported that the wrong attitude toward the risk and complexity of cyber security could leave businesses – both large and small – open to attack. The two myths that stand in the...
The average American household contains at least four connected devices including desktops, laptops, tablets and, the most beloved of all, the smartphone. Pew Research indicates that this number may be much higher as young adults have access to smartphones, tablets, and laptops for school use. With new releases of phones and tablets happening regularly, many wonder about what to do...
Think, for a moment, about the vast amount of personal data your company deals with regarding clients, vendor or even employees. The Economist, an online authority on international news, politics, business, finance, science and technology, has called data the world’s most valuable resource. At M&H Consulting we agree with this assessment. Therefore, we will be spending today’s blog examining some...