Moving Office? An MSP Can Help!
It’s not uncommon for a business to move office. In fact, on average it happens every 8-10 years. It’s a chance to expand, upgrade and start a fresh chapter of progress, so don’t put off the move because of the work involved. It’s worth the effort! Shifting your IT infrastructure is a huge part of […]
Seven Benefits of Digital Transformation
Integrating digital technologies into all facets of a business is changing the way we operate for the better. It’s called digital transformation, and it’s the ultimate leveraging of technology to help a business progress. You can read our post on the definition of digital transformation here, and today we want to delve into some of […]
How to Spot a Phishing Scam in 2022
There are loads of scams out there. Job scams, romantic scams, extortion, fake charities. The list goes on and on, but one you’ve almost certainly encountered already is ‘phishing’. It’s a tough nut to crack, and I’m not just talking about the pronunciation (let me help you there: it’s ‘fishing’). To help protect you and […]
Become a Microsoft Teams Power User
Anyone who has been following Smile IT knows what a big fan we are of Microsoft Teams. An office communication juggernaut, Teams streamlines internal and external interactions and is an immense boost to productivity. Teams may be an easy program to get the hang of, but behind the ease-of-use lurks a feature-rich giant. We’re going […]
Cybersecurity Framework: The Importance of NIST
In terms of cyber security and staying safe online, it’s a jungle out there. Phishing scams are increasing exponentially while ‘hackers for hire’ are using their skills to exploit whatever they can from businesses of all sizes. Throw in a pandemic that’s disrupted where and how people work and we have a cyber security horror […]
Why Your Brisbane Real Estate Agency Needs Managed IT Services
Being a real estate agent is a pressure-filled job. You have to convince people that you’re the right person to sell what is probably their biggest life investment. So you want them to trust you and you want to come across as seamlessly professional in all your interactions with them. To portray yourself as reliable […]
10 Ways to Keep Your Home Office Secure
Working remotely has actually been on the increase for a number of years, with technology and work schedules making it easier and often more suitable. Then along came COVID-19, and suddenly it’s rare to find someone who hasn’t experienced working from home. With the future being a little bit uncertain with how the virus pans […]
A Cyber Security Checklist for Your Company
Cyber security breaches come in all shapes and sizes. Your mind will generally race to images of clandestine geniuses huddling over a computer hacking businesses just for the heck of it. Hackers are definitely a big problem, and they target businesses of all sizes. Don’t think because you’re a SME you’re exempt from the attention […]
How Microsoft Office 365 Helps You Work Remotely
Millions of us around the world are now safely ensconced in our home offices. We no longer have the ability to catch up with colleagues over the water cooler, meet around a computer to work on a project or call a boardroom meeting. It’s a heck of a transition to make, but thanks to software […]
A Guide to Microsoft 365
If you’re an Australian business focused on productivity, Microsoft 365 is likely on your radar or already implemented at your organisation. You’re not alone – Microsoft 365 is used by hundreds of millions of people globally (as reported by Microsoft, figures vary by date). These include familiar favourites like Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Outlook – […]