Many employees are uncomfortable using two monitors at their desk, so it’s no surprise that dual monitor setups aren’t as popular as single monitor setups. But working with two screens provides ways for employees to work more productively. Here’s a look at some of the main reasons why your employees’ desktops should be upgraded to […]
Perks of using dual monitors
What you need to know about e-commerce & AI
Many business owners are looking to artificial intelligence (AI, or “machine learning”) for its potential to improve communications with their customers. It is predicted that by 2020, 85% of all interactions will originate from machine learning “bots.” If you operate an e-commerce business and are wondering how you can benefit from bots, you’re in luck. […]
The pitfalls of business continuity planning
Your service provider, tasked with looking after your company’s IT, has kept your business up and running for the past 10 years. Unfortunately, that kind of longevity in developing continuity plans can result in some providers overlooking or underestimating certain issues. Here are some of them. Over-optimistic testing The initial testing attempt is usually the […]
How do we know SMS marketing works?
Did you know that in 2017, around 470 million text messages have been sent in Ghana? That’s a a growth of 21.7% from the 386 million in 2016. In fact, Jumia’s Annual Mobile Report 2018 predicts there will be 40 million mobile phone users in Ghana by 2020. That’s why it’s no surprise more and more companies are focusing their marketing efforts on mobile platforms via text messaging.
7 ways to more retweets
It can be discouraging for any business to post a thoughtful tweet in the morning just to see that it barely has any retweets by the end of the day. To maximize your tweets’ exposure, consider these 7 ways to increase your retweets. Schedule your tweets There is absolutely no point in tweeting out any […]
How your business can prepare for VoIP
Companies that want to stay ahead of the curve are switching to Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) solutions to drive productivity and mobility. To get ready for the upgrade, you need proper planning and network preparation -– here are the most critical considerations. Network stability Implementing a VoIP phone system presents unique challenges, such as […]
Time-saving tips for Microsoft Word
Microsoft Word remains one of the most popular and user-friendly apps for business. It is compatible with both Windows and Mac and can be used to create a wide array of business documents. While millions of people use Word every day, most don’t know how to maximize its potential. And since it is constantly being […]
4 tips to speed up your Windows 10 computer for free
If your Windows 10 computer is starting to slow down after some time, there are ways to make it run faster without breaking the bank. The following tips will improve your computer’s performance without the need for more hardware. Prevent programs from launching at startup Windows loads several programs at startup so they’re quickly available. […]
Spectre makes a comeback
When one cyberattack is stopped, another more powerful variant almost always takes its place. It happens all the time with ransomware, computer viruses, and Trojan horses. Recently, this has become the case with Spectre attacks, which exploit a fundamental flaw in modern computer chips. Here’s everything you need to know. Spectre 101 For those who […]
4 ways to make your employees less vulnerable to cyberattacks
Do you think your data is safe from malware just because you’ve installed the latest cybersecurity software? If so, think again. According to industry and government reports, one of the culprits for successful cyberattacks was employee error. This was the case for the Pentagon breach in 2015 where 4,000 military and civilian personnel credentials were compromised due to a spear phishing attack.
