What to Take Away From COVID-19

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The world is confusing; our IT solutions aren’t.

What We’ve Learned

We don’t know when this will end, or what the world will look like in six months (let alone six weeks). But just because we’re all flying blind doesn’t mean we’re unable to take away some valuable lessons from all of this). As an IT company, our job is to have our finger on the pulse of the technology industry—where it’s going, what new processes are being developed, how new solutions can make our clients’ lives easier. And we could argue that that level of expertise has never been more important than right now—it’s during the most confusing, frustrating, seismic society-wide changes that innovative solutions are necessary.

So, what have we learned? In this blog, we’ll talk about the most meaningful takeaways we’ve noticed over the last few months and what changes your company needs to make to stay afloat during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Remote Work Is (Hopefully) Here to Stay

We’re big proponents of companies developing a concrete roadmap for technology rollouts. It helps them plan their budget several years out, make timely security updates, and stay ahead of the curve. But what happens when that roadmap is rapidly accelerated? Well, we’re living it right now—a lot of companies had at least floated the idea of transitioning to a more remote work-heavy structure… but over the next few years, not in a matter of weeks. But just because this change was forced upon us doesn’t mean it’s an unwelcome one.

We’ve learned just how adept our clients are at working away from the office. With cutting-edge communication apps like Slack, Microsoft Office, and Zoom, it’s easier than ever to stay in touch, wherever you’re checking in from. Now that companies have seen how productive their employees are when working elsewhere (results may vary), there’s a strong chance that some of these changes are here to stay. If your employees are just as effective working from home as they are in the office, why not make this change a permanent one?

Cyber Security Is Always Changing…

…Which means you have to always be on your toes. One of the most vulnerable points in any company’s cyber security system is the random employee who isn’t careful enough. Click on one wrong link in a phishing email and your entire infrastructure could easily be compromised. It’s never been more important to train your team members so that they can suss out potential threats before they worm their way into your system.

A lot of companies have been hit by catastrophic cyber attacks over the last couple of months. That’s why working with an expert MSP is more essential than ever before. At 42, Inc., we have the resources available in-house to make sure your team is always up to date on what threats are out there and what you can do to keep your company safe.

The Cloud Is the Future

Anyone could have told you that modern cloud solutions were a smart choice for any business with at least one eye toward the future. But with everything going on, it seems like a more obvious option than ever. Cloud solutions allow your company to work effectively, wherever you end up. With comprehensive web hosting solutions, cloud migration, and upgrade services, our team is uniquely positioned to make your transition as seamless as possible.

Effective connection and collaboration all comes down to the quality of technology you have on hand. Cloud solutions including Amazon Web Services and Office 365 represent the best option for companies that want to upgrade their infrastructure without having to compromise simplicity and cohesion.

24/7 Support Is More Necessary Than Ever

We’re all trying to navigate our way through what is an objectively confusing situation. If you need to rely more on your IT support staff than you did in the past, that’s what we’re here for. Our team is always here to help you avoid the avoidable, and help you maneuver around potential threats to your productivity. If you need to lean on 42, Inc., we’re more than happy to oblige.

Your Questions, Answered

Having trouble establishing some sense of normalcy? You don’t have to go it alone. As your IT partner, we’ll be there for you every step of the way. For more information on how our staff can help you continue to work effectively, reach out to 42, Inc. today.