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You know exactly how many laptops are in your office. You know how many servers you have in the closet. But do you know exactly how many software subscriptions your company is paying for right now? For many small businesses in Houston, software is an “unseen inventory.” It accumulates quietly—a subscription here, a user license … Read more

It’s a familiar scene in any modern office: a crucial deadline is looming, you’re in a state of deep focus, and suddenly, the Wi-Fi drops. Or perhaps the printer stubbornly refuses to acknowledge your existence, flashing a cryptic error message. These seemingly small technological hiccups can derail your productivity and add a layer of unnecessary … Read more

Every small business has a story about their go-to tech person. It might be a nephew who is “good with computers,” a neighbor, or a freelance technician you call when things go wrong. This reliance on a computer guy is a common and often necessary phase in a company’s early life. But as your business … Read more

In the world of business, the allure of the “next big thing” is constant and powerful. New software and gadgets promise to revolutionize your workflow, but how do you distinguish a genuine game-changer from a fleeting trend? Simply acquiring new tools is not a strategy; it is a gamble. Smart technology adoption is not about … Read more

Not long ago, powerful business software was like a bespoke piece of heavy machinery. You had to purchase it outright for a significant sum, install it on-site, and hire specialists to maintain it. What if you could access that same industrial-grade power through a simple, elegant subscription, as easily as turning on a tap? This … Read more

Artificial intelligence, automation, the metaverse, Web3—the buzzwords never stop. For a business owner in 2025, the relentless flood of rapidly changing technologies can be overwhelming. It often feels like you’re facing a choice between two bad options: risk wasting money on unproven fads or risk being left behind by competitors who embrace innovation. But navigating … Read more

“If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” For generations, this old saying has been a mantra for practicality. But when applied to your business’s technology in 2025, it’s one of the most dangerous philosophies you can adopt. Waiting for a server to crash or a security breach to happen is like never changing the oil … Read more

The moment of crisis arrives without warning. One minute, your team is working productively; the next, a key server has crashed, your data is locked by ransomware, or a water pipe has burst over your server rack. Suddenly, your business is offline. This is the reality of a disaster recovery situation, and in that moment, … Read more

Think of your business as a building. Your products and services are the work done inside, your employees are the residents, but your networked computer infrastructure is the foundation upon which everything rests. If that foundation is cracked, unstable, or built with substandard materials, it doesn’t matter how brilliant your work is—the entire structure is … Read more

In many growing businesses, there’s an unofficial “IT person.” It might be the tech-savvy office manager, the detail-oriented accountant, or the young marketing associate who knows their way around a computer. They handle printer issues, reset passwords, and set up new laptops. While this arrangement seems cost-effective, relying on Split focus IT Personnel is one … Read more