Ripple IT – Managed IT Services https://rippleit.com We make IT simple and strategic for modern companies Wed, 26 Aug 2020 23:59:17 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://rippleit.com/wp-content/uploads/cropped-Symbol_RippleRed_Reversed-copy-1-32x32.png Ripple IT – Managed IT Services https://rippleit.com 32 32 Four Things You Should Be Getting From Your Managed IT Service Provider https://rippleit.com/four-things-you-should-be-getting-from-your-managed-it-service-provider/ Thu, 27 Aug 2020 13:23:38 +0000 http://rippleit.com/?p=9938 When choosing a managed IT service provider (MSP) there are quite a few important factors to consider.  And while we’ve covered this topic in our Simple Guide to Choosing the Right MSP,  the evaluation criteria has mostly been geared around finding a good fit for your organization. And yes, that’s important, but there is a... Read more »

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]]> Is Your Strategic IT Plan Ready for a Remote Workforce? https://rippleit.com/is-your-strategic-it-plan-ready-for-a-remote-workforce/ Thu, 20 Aug 2020 13:03:35 +0000 http://rippleit.com/?p=9928 The new normal is here and the name of the game is “remote”. As in, remote working, remote learning, remote meetings, etc. So now is the time to ensure your IT strategic planning is taking this new normal into account.  We assume you have an IT strategic plan, but if not, please click here so you... Read more »

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]]> Why Does Your IT Service Company’s Philosophy Matter? https://rippleit.com/why-does-your-it-service-companys-philosophy-matter/ Thu, 13 Aug 2020 13:15:46 +0000 http://rippleit.com/?p=9920 Philosophy is simply defined as a way of thinking about a particular subject.  And, while most people wouldn’t put “philosophy” and “IT services” in the same context, much less the same conversation, we do.  When evaluating your IT provider relationship, think about the subjects we have covered in previous posts including support, strategy, execution and... Read more »

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]]> IT Security – Did I Remember to Lock the Car? https://rippleit.com/it-security-did-i-remember-to-lock-the-car/ Thu, 06 Aug 2020 13:00:49 +0000 http://rippleit.com/?p=9911 Have you ever had that fleeting moment of panic when you realized you might have forgotten to lock your car doors? Suddenly you start thinking about the designer sunglasses in the glove compartment, your garage door opener in the console or the laptop you put under the seat. And now you have to rush out... Read more »

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]]> These Questions Can Help You Build a Better IT Strategy https://rippleit.com/these-questions-can-help-you-build-a-better-it-strategy/ Thu, 30 Jul 2020 15:23:00 +0000 http://rippleit.com/?p=9878 Looking to gain more clients or improve staff retention? A well-planned and implemented IT strategy can help improve all kinds of business outcomes. But first, it’s imperative to have the right IT partner, or Managed Service Provider (MSP), in order to reach the outcomes you and your organization desire.   Think of a sound IT plan... Read more »

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]]> Don’t Let These 3 Missing Components Sink Your Next IT Project https://rippleit.com/dont-let-these-3-missing-components-sink-your-next-it-project/ Thu, 23 Jul 2020 16:51:23 +0000 http://rippleit.com/?p=9871 The success of an organization-wide IT project like email migration or multi-factor authentication are critical to you and your organization. If everything goes smoothly, life goes on with minimum fuss. However if the project goes sideways the fallout could lead to tough conversations and tougher decisions.  You do not need to get to that point! ... Read more »

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]]> 3 Hallmarks of a Consistent IT Support Service https://rippleit.com/3-hallmarks-of-a-consistent-it-support-service/ Wed, 15 Jul 2020 17:38:34 +0000 http://rippleit.com/?p=9849 The support experience is the most utilized interaction between your organization and your IT managed service provider. It touches everyone throughout the organization, so it shapes your team’s attitudes and feelings about the current IT Support Service.  Remember managed service providers (MSPs) do about 90% the same things. For support this means tools, technologies and... Read more »

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]]> The Simple Guide to Choosing the Right Managed IT Services Partner https://rippleit.com/the-simple-guide-to-choosing-the-right-managed-it-services-partner/ Thu, 09 Jul 2020 23:39:20 +0000 http://rippleit.com/?p=9800 Managed IT service is foundational to all businesses these days. Whether your company’s technology is in the cloud, hosted in your office or somewhere in between, it is critical to find the right Managed IT Service Provider so your organization gets the most from its IT investment. We know how it is. You start an... Read more »

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