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Ways to Make Hybrid Working a Success

December 20th, 2021 by Roger Wentowski

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Flexible work schedules have become more prevalent today. The pandemic forced many businesses to come up with better working solutions for employees, resulting in remote work becoming a norm. However, as the lockdowns ease, there has been a transition...

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Posted in: Hybrid / Remote Workforce

Common Cyber Threats And Benefits of Security Solutions for Businesses

December 10th, 2021 by William Wentowski

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Cyber security is certainly a cause of stress for many business owners but it can protect them from data breaches that can otherwise cost them millions. In today's digital age, when cyberattacks are on the rise, businesses can’t afford to neglect...

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Posted in: Cyber Security

Tips and Advice for Managing a Remote Workforce

December 2nd, 2021 by Roger Wentowski

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Remote working is not a new concept but has gained significant visibility due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Rather than establishing strict policies, managing remote teams is more about setting up employees for individual success. The entire team becomes...

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Posted in: Hybrid / Remote Workforce

5 Mistakes CEO’s Make with Ransomware

November 30th, 2021 by Roger Wentowski

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With the ransomware epidemic still in full swing, and with no clear end in sight, many CEOs are still scratching their heads with decisions on how to secure their network. They pivot from strategy to strategy, try to take on the burden solely in...

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Posted in: Cyber Security

Benefits of a Cyber Security Audit

November 23rd, 2021 by Roger Wentowski

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No matter your business scope, size, or industry, invest in cyber security audits routinely if you want to improve your company's security. Cyber security audits are more crucial than ever. A cyber security audit is primarily an independent...

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Posted in: Cyber Security

Top Reasons to Invest in Managed IT Services in 2021

November 9th, 2021 by Brian Wakefield

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Are you a small or medium-sized business owner looking for breakthrough growth and a boost to business performance? Consider partnering with a managed IT services provider. Post-COVID 19, small and medium-sized businesses have been in a...

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Posted in: Cyber Security, Managed IT

BTS Invited to Speak at Technology Assurance Group’s Annual Convention

November 4th, 2021 by Technology Assurance Group

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Leading Managed Technology Services Provider to Share Business Expertise and Technology Foresight with Organizations Throughout the U.S. and Canada BIRMINGHAM, AL – BTS a leading managed technology services provider...

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Posted in: Press Releases

5 Ways to Keep Remote Staff Protected from Cyberthreats

November 1st, 2021 by William Wentowski

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In the wake of the pandemic, employers across industries have given their employees the flexibility to work remotely. However, with the arrival of the COVID-19 vaccine, it is believed that many employees will either choose to work remotely or opt...

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Posted in: Cyber Security, Hybrid / Remote Workforce

5 Tips for Managing Remote Staff Successfully

October 27th, 2021 by Roger Wentowski

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Due to the pandemic, many organizations have restructured how they work to adapt to the new norm and keep their business afloat. One of the changes includes a remote or hybrid working model As companies adjust to remote staffing, managing them successfully...

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Posted in: Hybrid / Remote Workforce

BTS Technologies, Inc. Launches SaaS Alerting Technology to Manage Common Business Applications

October 20th, 2021 by Technology Assurance Group

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Leading Managed Technology Services Provider Invests in Advanced Cybersecurity Tools BIRMINGHAM, AL – BTS, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), has increased their investments in an advanced cybersecurity...

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Posted in: Cyber Security, Press Releases

11 Things to Look for in a Managed IT Services Provider

October 15th, 2021 by Brian Wakefield

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Whether you're starting your venture with limited resources or your business is in the growth stage, this is when you must consider managed IT services. This is the time when you need the experienced and trained team at your disposal as you can't handle...

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Posted in: Managed IT

Benefits of Call Forwarding VoIP Feature

October 7th, 2021 by Roger Wentowski

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One of the top reasons for the massive popularity and high demand for VoIP solutions across industries is the sophistication of the call forwarding feature. Though this feature has been around for a long time, VoIP has truly improved call forwarding...

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Posted in: VoIP

Five Stages From a Hackers' Timeline

October 4th, 2021 by William Wentowski

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Cybercrime is growing faster than you think. Did you know that there is a hacker attack every 39 seconds affecting one in three Americans annually? Also, 64 percent of the companies in the US have experienced web-based cyber-attacks, including...

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Posted in: Cyber Security

What Managed Services Do You Need For Your Business?

September 23rd, 2021 by Brian Wakefield

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Due to ongoing technological advancements and new business challenges cropping up now and then, business owners need to ensure that they have the best technologies in place. This is why it is essential to find a reliable and seasoned MSP (Managed Service...

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Posted in: VoIP, Cyber Security, Managed IT

BTS’s Cybersecurity Platform Deflects Recent Ransomware Attacks on Technology Companies

September 15th, 2021 by Technology Assurance Group

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Leading Managed Technology Services Provider Keeps SMBs Safe, Once Again BIRMINGHAM, AL – BTS, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), recently shared that their robust cybersecurity solutions have...

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Posted in: Cyber Security, Press Releases

4 Things You Can do to Provide Remote Teams Social Support

September 14th, 2021 by Roger Wentowski

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Remote work has grown by 44 percent over the last five years and 91 percent over the decade. These statistics do not even include freelancers. They include non-self-employed individuals who work from home at least half or full time. There...

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Posted in: Hybrid / Remote Workforce

News Around BTS

September 8th, 2021 by Kim Reynolds

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Employee Spotlight: Justin Lewis Justin was brought onboard a few months ago, and was recently added to the Helpdesk rotation. He is already receiving high praise on his work: ...

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Posted in: News

5 Secure Computing Tips

September 7th, 2021 by William Wentowski

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Cybercrime is growing faster than you might think. The internet has become a space that is continuously being attacked by malicious links, viruses, and Trojans. Whether you are self-employed, run a small business, or a large organization, you...

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Posted in: Cyber Security

Is Your Phone System Costing You Money?

September 1st, 2021 by Kim Reynolds

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Get Out of the Closet Do you still have an old phone system with a controller in the closet? An old premise-based telephone system had fixed architecture. This limited the flexibility of a company in reacting to the changing workplace environment....

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Posted in: News

Landline vs VoIP: 4 Key Considerations

August 31st, 2021 by Roger Wentowski

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As technology evolves, businesses across industries are looking for new, better, and advanced ways to do business and serve clients. And one such technology that is making the rounds is VoIP. Some modern businesses have jumped on the bandwagon,...

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Posted in: VoIP

11 Benefits of Managed IT Services

August 25th, 2021 by Brian Wakefield

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Technology is in a constant state of evolution. Hence, regardless of your business size or scope, you must manage your technologies proactively to stay abreast of the industry developments and compete with an edge. However, this is easier said than...

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Posted in: Managed IT

3 Common Challenges in Remote Working

August 17th, 2021 by Brian Wakefield

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As countless workers from all over the world telecommute for the first time ever, very few of them know exactly what to expect. Well, some professionals have been telecommuting way before the pandemic began as virtual business owners or freelancers,...

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Posted in: Hybrid / Remote Workforce

Embarrassment and Cyber Security

August 11th, 2021 by William Wentowski

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It's a Friday afternoon and you receive an email asking you to participate in a bid with a link to the bid documents. Maybe you will look at it before the weekend and mull over if you want to respond to it. Upon clicking the link,...

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Posted in: Cyber Security

4 Types of Cyber Security Threats

August 9th, 2021 by William Wentowski

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Regardless of the size, scope, or industry, every business is at the risk of cyber attacks. Corporations across industries are vulnerable because a majority of their data is stored online. From data breaches to infiltration on infrastructure and...

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Posted in: Cyber Security

Attackers Have Successfully Hit the Nation's Largest Corporations - Their Onslaught on SMBs Will be Worse - Are You Prepared?

August 4th, 2021 by Technology Assurance Group

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Leading Managed Technology Services Provider Shares How SMBs Can Protect Themselves from Cyberattacks and Ransomware Threats BIRMINGHAM, AL -BTS Technologies, Inc., a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), recently shared that some...

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Posted in: Cyber Security, Press Releases

How Our CIO Review Visits Helps Your Business

July 19th, 2021 by Roger Wentowski

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How well has your technology, cybersecurity, or phone system been performing? Is that something you can answer, or is your IT provider not sharing the analytics and reports with you? When you run a business, knowing what is performing well or underperforming...

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Posted in: Managed IT

Revealing Future of AI Integrated Cybersecurity Defense Strategies for Small to Mid-Sized Businesses (SMB)

June 29th, 2021 by Technology Assurance Group

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Leading Managed Technology Services Provider Shares How AI is Evolving SMB Defenses BIRMINGHAM, AL - BTS a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), announced today that AI (artificial intelligence) is starting to play a key role in cybersecurity...

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Posted in: Cyber Security, Press Releases

The Colonial Pipeline Data Breach and the Lessons You Should Learn From It

June 2nd, 2021 by William Wentowski

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For the past several years, BTS has advocated the importance of cyber security. We've done our best to let businesses know that cyber security is something that can't be ignored or underbudgeted. However, more and more businesses fall victim to...

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Posted in: Cyber Security

What is Microsoft Azure?

May 29th, 2021 by David Dick

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What is Microsoft Azure – and why you should care… Most businesses are confused by the cloud. They hear news stories about data loss, security breaches and cyber attacks and are concerned. What they have not heard are the overwhelming benefits...

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Posted in: Managed IT

Helping Companies Successfully Adopt the Hybrid Workplace Model with Advanced Technology Solutions

May 29th, 2021 by Technology Assurance Group

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Leading Managed Technology Services Provider Maximizes Employee Productivity As Businesses Transition to the New Normal BIRMINGHAM, AL - BTS, a leading managed technology services provider, announced today the company is helping organizations...

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Posted in: Hybrid / Remote Workforce, Press Releases

Colonial Pipeline

May 25th, 2021 by William Wentowski

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The events happening with Colonial Pipeline are nothing new. Businesses are hacked every day, however, few have as much impact on the individual citizen as an attack on vital infrastructure. Over the past year, ransomware attacks have increased 300%....

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Posted in: Cyber Security

Training & Volunteer Work

May 16th, 2021 by Kim Reynolds

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Training and Certifications: Being the best possible business partner means training and knowing the ins and outs of our products (sometimes competitors as well!); along with general best practices for any business. In our commitment to you, we train...

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Posted in: News

Five Benefits of a Hybrid Workforce

May 11th, 2021 by Brian Wakefield

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The pandemic forced many businesses into a work from home model; however, companies need to decide whether to keep their employees home full-time or bring them back into the office with the US beginning to open up. Some companies are considering using...

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Posted in: Hybrid / Remote Workforce

Cloud Transition

May 7th, 2021 by Matt Dean

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Many organizations have heard of the cloud; the mythical technology that few grasp, but know it’s where their business needs to move. Like any buzzword or acronym, it is meant to excite and ensure it’s on the tip of everyone’s tongue. But many organizations...

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Posted in: Cyber Security, Managed IT, Hybrid / Remote Workforce

Helping Healthcare Organizations Protect Patient Data With Cybersecure Technology

May 4th, 2021 by Technology Assurance Group

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Startling Statistics Reveal Challenges of Healthcare Industry's Ability to Safeguard Patient Records BIRMINGHAM, AL - BTS Technologies, Inc., a leading managed technology services provider, announced that the company is helping healthcare...

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Posted in: Cyber Security, Press Releases

Are you Prepared?

April 30th, 2021 by Roger Wentowski

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Are you prepared for the unthinkable? As Accounting and Financial professionals, we are accountable for some of the most important information our companies have. Are you prepared? Do you have the best controls in place to help prevent a hacker from...

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Posted in: Cyber Security

You Get What You Pay for, Other IT Service Providers and the BTS Difference

April 22nd, 2021 by Roger Wentowski

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When it comes to business technology and services, there is one undeniable truth. You get what you pay for. If you find a cheaper service somewhere else, there's probably a reason why it costs less. Let's take cyber security, a costly (but necessary)...

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Posted in: Cyber Security

What the HIPAA Safe Harbor Law Means for Medical Practices

April 14th, 2021 by Brian Wakefield

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This January, the HIPAA Safe Harbor Bill became law, and it's changing how all medical practices and healthcare organizations need to approach their cyber security. Here's what the law does and how it can affect your business: HIPAA Safe Harbor Law...

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Posted in: Cyber Security, News

Malware Is Running Rampant - Learn the 3 Moves to Stop It

April 13th, 2021 by Technology Assurance Group

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BTS Helps Customers Protect Their Precious Networks BIRMINGHAM, AL – BTS a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), proactively helps ...

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Posted in: Cyber Security, Press Releases

How to Find a Phone Number's Owner if It's VoIP Call?

March 31st, 2021 by William Wentowski

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VoIP phones have become the norm for businesses everywhere. The convenience they provide with allowing calls to anyone in the world over the internet simply can't be beaten. However, there is a common concern when utilizing VoIP for calls....

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Posted in: VoIP

Three Common Mistakes Businesses Make When It Comes to Cyber Security

March 24th, 2021 by William Wentowski

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Cyber crime continues to increase in frequency and has become a growing concern for businesses everywhere. While this has lead to increased adoption of cyber security solutions, the rate of cyber crime has not slowed down. Why do businesses keep...

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Posted in: Cyber Security

BTS Shares How Artificial Intelligence (AI) Will Impact Small to Mid-Sized Businesses

March 18th, 2021 by Technology Assurance Group

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BIRMINGHAM, AL – BTS a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), reported today on the state of artificial intelligence (AI) and ...

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Posted in: Press Releases, Surveillance

Helping Businesses Shift from Survival Mode to Strategic Growth Mode

February 22nd, 2021 by Technology Assurance Group

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Leading Managed Technology Services Provider Presents Workplace Interaction Strategies for Small to Mid-Sized BusinessesPrevent It BIRMINGHAM, AL - BTS a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), announced today that the company is helping...

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Posted in: Hybrid / Remote Workforce, Press Releases

IT Budget Planning?

February 17th, 2021 by Brian Wakefield

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Business leaders are finding that they need to increase IT budgets to meet growing security risks and seek expert IT support in a world of limited resources. How can a business secure its infrastructure, increase efficiency, and remain competitive,...

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Posted in: Managed IT

Comprehensive Managed IT Services from BTS Boosts Productivity

February 10th, 2021 by Brian Wakefield

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With businesses working remotely or in a hybrid situation with some employees in the office while others are at home, ensuring that your IT is properly supporting all of your employees is crucial. Aside from managing remote employees, ensuring your...

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Posted in: Managed IT

Biggest Threat to Cyber Security: Your Employees 

February 3rd, 2021 by William Wentowski

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It is no secret that new dangers plague every industry when regarding cyber security. Everyday there is a new ransomware or crypto virus will grind day to day activities to a halt. Even with the great strides in security the past few years, many companies...

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Posted in: Cyber Security

Computer Tips

January 20th, 2021 by Kim Reynolds

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Computer Tips If screen real estate is at a premium, even with 2 monitors it can be a struggle, you can create multiple Virtual Desktops for yourself with the below instructions. This will allow you to house different applications / documents...

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Posted in: Managed IT

BTS Technologies Provides Secure Managed IT Services

January 15th, 2021 by Roger Wentowski

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The events that occurred during 2020, from the pandemic to the SolarWinds breach, drastically changed the way that businesses operate. Businesses have been working from home, and this trend looks likely to continue in some capacity once the COVID-19...

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Posted in: Managed IT, Hybrid / Remote Workforce

BTS Protects SMBs from Exponential Growth in Cybercrime

January 11th, 2021 by Technology Assurance Group

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BIRMINGHAM, AL – BTS Technologies, Inc., a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), announced today that it is educating companies on the dramatic spike in cybercrime targeted towards small to mid-sized (SMB) businesses. Cybersecurity...

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Posted in: Cyber Security, Press Releases

Why Take Your Technology to the Cloud?

January 6th, 2021 by Brian Wakefield

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With all the uncertainty in business now, we find many customers wanting to make the jump to the “Cloud” with their IT, phone, and security infrastructure. But, is the cloud right for you? Why do companies seem so eager to make the move now? I want to...

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Posted in: Managed IT, Hybrid / Remote Workforce


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