When your organization relies on a small internal IT team, “support” and “strategy” often compete for the same limited hours. One week it’s password resets and printer issues; the next it’s a critical server patch, a security alert, or a new initiative that leadership wants yesterday. For businesses and schools alike, the result is familiar: […]
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If you’re looking for a smart way to reduce your taxable income before the end of the year, here’s some good news: you can upgrade your IT infrastructure and lower your tax bill at the same time. Through the Section 179 tax deduction, your school or business can deduct the full purchase price of qualifying
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How AI Is Reshaping Cybersecurity Our blog series on artificial intelligence, AI, Demystified, has covered everything from what AI is to how it can streamline email management and how it drives productivity in SMB and education. In my fourth and final segment, I am focusing on How AI is Reshaping Cybersecurity – a space
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AI in Action: Practical Tools for Schools and SMBs Artificial Intelligence is no longer reserved for big tech companies in Silicon Valley and elite research institutions. It’s now being used by schools to improve learning outcomes and by SMBs to increase profits—all without massive budgets or technical overhead. In the third installment of my
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As an IT Director with a background in education and 10+ years of classroom experience, I’ve seen firsthand how various tools can enhance the educational experience for teachers and students alike. From Microsoft office to Clever, Schoology, and Google Workspace, each has its benefits. One recent standout for me is Google Workspace for Education Plus.
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With the new school year underway, now is the time for administrators and IT directors to take a close look at their cybersecurity posture. Are you off to a smooth start, feeling confident in the security of your systems and infrastructure…or discovering any gaps? Ensuring the security of your school is paramount for safeguarding sensitive
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Imagine a typical morning at the local high school. The halls are buzzing with students, teachers preparing for the next lesson, and staff managing the day’s agenda. Suddenly, an unexpected water leak occurs in the science wing and chaos ensues: word spreads from room to room, classes are disrupted, and precious time is wasted. With
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In my role at Spera Partners, I’ve had the pleasure of working closely with our school clients and seeing them progress in all things technology. As a result of our partnership, clients have had more time available to focus on student learning while experiencing a greater alignment between technology and curriculum development. Lean in as
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