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According to a 2021 report, around 50% of all corporate data is stored in the cloud. And why not? There are several benefits of using the cloud for your business, such as reduced IT costs, on-demand scaling, smooth collaboration, and much more. 

However, some key challenges in cloud migration include compatibility issues during data migration, lack of clarity on how to execute cloud migration, security vulnerabilities, cost transparency, etc. 

Let's now dive deeper into the technical challenges in cloud migration and understand how to combat such issues.

Having a forecasted outlook for new tech updates can help organizations better plan for what’s next. Some companies even rely on these improvements to fix known issues, answer common product needs or enhance the user experience (UX).

Like many other small businesses across the world, we’re willing to bet that you're likely using Microsoft in some capacity. In fact, Microsoft Office 365 (now M365) witnessed a 21% rise in usage to 258 million users in 2020. Microsoft Teams, in particular, surpassed 270 million monthly active users in January 2022.

In this article, we’re highlighting four of the most popular cloud-based collaboration tools that we can't live without. As summer gets into full swing here in Boise, SMB owners can feel confident unplugging without losing touch with what's happening across the business.

Modern businesses are often in need of digital products and processes that make it easier to conduct normal operations in the most efficient way. While there’s no shortage of productivity tools on the market, it’s important to know your top priorities before making a decision.

When you rely on software systems for conducting business, you need to know that those systems are operating at peak efficiency. Anything less can result in lackluster performance, poor internal adoption, and even major security concerns that could put your data at risk.

Many organizations use Microsoft programs for connection, collaboration, and workflow management. A network assessment can ensure that these programs are running well and that there are no concerns to be addressed.

In today’s modern work culture, collaboration is more important than ever. As an increasing number of companies move to remote-based work models, the ability to collaborate and share with other individuals online is essential. 

Technology has become an essential ingredient for successful business operations, regardless of size. It is seen as an effective way of building your company, sharing information, and transforming productivity that extends beyond company boundaries. But with how quickly technology is advancing, many small businesses find it hard to figure out what technology to use, when to invest in new tech, and how to prioritize their investment to reap the greatest reward.

Microsoft 365 is an indispensable business tool but did you know that your service package is missing a very important feature? 

Efficient work from home solutions are top of mind for small- and medium-sized businesses.