By: Michael Hensley   Managing IT systems used to be a “big business” challenge—but today, small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) face the same demands for security, scalability, and cost control as Fortune 500 companies. According to an SMB IT spending and analysis report by Analysis Mason, “In 2025, total SMB IT expenditure will reach $1735 billion, with SBs accounting for…

By: Michael Hensley Manufacturing has entered a new era of complexity. Supply chain disruptions continue to ripple across global networks, labor shortages challenge production capacity, and customer expectations for quality and speed have reached new heights. In this environment, manufacturers who survive and thrive are those who can stay agile and responsive in their operations while maintaining the competitive edge…

By: Tom Gilmore Using Azure to modernize your business operations, from enhancing collaboration to simplifying data management  Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) face a unique challenge: they need enterprise-level capabilities to compete effectively but typically operate with limited budgets and lean IT teams. Microsoft Azure offers a compelling solution, providing scalable cloud services that can transform operations without the hefty…

By: Tom Gilmore Every business leader wants to maintain efficient IT operations while controlling costs without the headache. But how, exactly? To separate ourselves—and your business—from the competition, we deploy an intentional, active, and purpose-driven mindset to create the ultimate customer experience with our outsource helpdesk support.  Here’s how our helpdesk solutions can benefit you and your business:  Streamline Operations…

By Michael Hensley Managing IT infrastructure can be a daunting task for small businesses. From troubleshooting technical issues to ensuring robust cybersecurity, the demands of IT management often pull focus away from core business activities. That’s where Lume Strategies’ (Lume) Solution Center comes in—a comprehensive helpdesk and managed service provider designed to streamline IT operations, enhance security, and enable business growth. …

According to a recent article in Forbes, one in five small businesses do not use endpoint security. Additionally, the article explained that 40 percent of those small businesses have faced a severe cyberattack where they experienced at least eight hours of downtime. Endpoint backup solutions protect your business from data loss and downtime in the event of a cyberattack, system…

Key factors to help you decide what’s best for your company. IT service providers deliver the technical expertise small businesses need at a much lower cost than hiring IT staff. They can recommend, install, and manage technology according to business’ objectives and core competencies and ensure that critical data is safe. That’s why nearly 70% of U.S. small to medium…

As small and medium-sized (SMBs) businesses around the globe continue to adapt to remote work, there has been a surge in the use of cloud collaboration apps. According to research from Techaisle, 74% of SMBs are using collaboration focused SaaS solutions. At one point, Microsoft 365 Teams gained more than 12 million daily users in a single week - up…

A massive global shift to remote working environments has created an open season for cybercriminals. No business - big or small - is safe. Small and medium businesses (SMBs) seemingly have a target on their backs, so strengthening your company’s security posture is essential right now There are ways to protect business data against cyber attacks. Here are nine tips…

The technology hiring market continues to tighten for employers and recruiters while the talent pool shrinks. In 2021, tech job postings nearly doubled while the average number of applicants shrunk by 25 percent. There are 6.5 times more IT job openings than talent available to fill them while 54 percent of IT leaders feel it’s now more difficult to hire…