IT services are more critical than ever before, proving their value in the face of a health crisis and the abrupt shift to remote working. Here are some ways managed IT services providers (MSPs) are helping small companies leverage technology to support their remote teams and go about business as usual.
How MSPs are helping businesses navigate the challenges of COVID-19
Finding the best work from home laptop
Whether you’re performing some light web browsing or graphically intensive tasks, you’ll need a suitable laptop that functions according to your work from home requirements. To help you pick the right laptop, we've compiled a list of features to consider.
Could telecommuting be the new norm?
Despite businesses' reservations, remote working comes with numerous benefits, including lower overhead expenses and improved productivity. And with the coronavirus pandemic forcing employees to work from home, this might just be the tipping point for remote work to become the norm.
Security best practices for remote workers
Working from home increases employee autonomy, cuts costs, and ensures the health and safety of the company during the coronavirus pandemic. The problem is, it also increases the likelihood of security breaches since employees are working outside the company's security perimeter.
5 Easy exercise moves to keep you fit when working from home
The coronavirus pandemic has greatly disrupted people’s daily lives, forcing many to stay at home and work remotely. But even if you don’t have your usual access to a gym or workout studio, it’s important to stay active. Good thing there are exercise moves that you can do at home without needing any equipment.
Have your staff work from home with the proper gear
One of the major hurdles of shifting to a work-from-home setup is that the hardware your employees have at home can be very different from what they’re used to at the office. More than their computers and smartphones, these are the things your staff will need to set up their own home office.
7 Ways to avoid getting stuck when working remotely
Companies across the globe are now looking into remote work to keep their employees safe from the coronavirus pandemic. Today's technology allows you to collaborate and communicate with your team from the comfort of your home. However, working remotely means there may be times when it is difficult to keep your day interesting and you might get "stuck" in the same routine, leading to burnout and even depression.