Author Archives for Gavin Mish
September 14, 2018 6:43 pm
Published by Gavin Mish
Many small businesses deal with sensitive information or client-sensitive details that are important to keep disclosed within the business. Small businesses have taken steps toward making their business interactions safe and secure, and technology has been a great help with this process. If you work with client-sensitive information in your business, read through this blog and consider how a privacy...
September 11, 2018 6:34 pm
Published by Gavin Mish
Technology changes so quickly, and keeping up with the latest and most innovative devices on the market can be a challenge. When you’re in the market for new technology, there are choices for your device: to buy a new device or to buy a refurbished device. Let’s take a deeper look at what refurbished means, and the pros and...
September 8, 2018 6:25 pm
Published by Gavin Mish
If you haven’t checked out the portable document scanner by Epson, this may be your new best friend in the business place. Many people in small business need to scan things daily, and usually do this on their computer. But there are always times when you’re away from your desk, or need a quick and easy scan on-the-go. Check out...
September 4, 2018 6:01 pm
Published by Gavin Mish
There are many things you can keep on your desk at work to help make things easier for yourself. Technology takes over our desktops very easily, with monitors, keyboards, mouse pads, etc. Keeping organized and innovative allows you to do your job better. Any business professional can benefit from these simple devices. Give this blog a read, and you’ll want...
September 1, 2018 5:48 pm
Published by Gavin Mish
Most of the technological devices that we use every day are equipped with Lithium-Ion batteries. The name refers to the chemical makeup of the type of battery commonly found in laptops and smart devices. We’ve highlighted a few, easy tips that can help you extend the battery life in the devices you use every day. If you constantly find yourself...
August 29, 2018 12:00 pm
Published by Gavin Mish
The computer has only existed for 80 years, yet most of us can’t imagine life without this miracle technology. What used to occupy entire floors of buildings and was operated manually, now is able to fit on your desk, in your pocket, and even on your wrist! Computers facilitate most, if not all, of our daily activities – from work,...
August 22, 2018 12:00 pm
Published by Gavin Mish
Take a moment now to reach into your pocket or handbag and pull out your smartphone. How old is it? What model is it? Is the software up-to-date? These are questions you should be asking yourself regularly, usually every six months or so. Why? Planned obsolescence: the deliberate act of ensuring that a piece of technology will slow down or...
August 20, 2018 12:00 pm
Published by Gavin Mish
This past winter, American consumers were in a frenzy after the FCC voted to end net neutrality. Net neutrality was approved under the Obama Administration and maintains that the Internet will remain free and open for everyone to use. Net neutrality states that no Internet service provider (ISP) can deny access to any content and application, nor can they either...
August 17, 2018 4:39 pm
Published by Gavin Mish
Retail stores and chains have been keeping up with the fast pace of changing technology. If we look at stores as they have progressed over time, we can recognize the strategies behind the changes in order to transform. Apps Many stores now have apps that can send you digital coupons, collect points, and use those coupons. You can even pay...
August 16, 2018 6:49 pm
Published by Gavin Mish
According to reports from the FBI, very soon cybercriminals are going to hack into ATMs and obtain financial information from users to withdraw money globally in what is called an ATM cash-out. The cybercriminals would use the financial information to clone cards and withdraw the money. They plan to gain access to the machines by infecting them with malware. So,...
August 15, 2018 3:48 pm
Published by Gavin Mish
Every business has the option to make their website ADA compliant. If you haven’t already, you can open your business to a potentially new target market of individuals with disabilities. By being ADA-compliant, you act as a resource to people who can’t navigate non-compliant websites. By giving people a website they can easily access and navigate, they can more efficiently utilize your...
August 10, 2018 3:22 pm
Published by Gavin Mish
Being the owner or manager of a business is a lot of work. Fortunately, there are strategies through technology that can make running your business a little easier on you. From apps on your phone to assistive technology in the office, read on to learn about what you could be doing differently in your business that will help your efficiency....
