Author: Amy Bros
Amy Bros | Senior Technical Writer Maya is a former systems architect turned digital storyteller. With 12 years of experience in the trenches of IT, she specializes in breaking down complex cloud infrastructure and troubleshooting the "un-fixable." When she isn't writing, she’s likely optimizing her home automation or hunting for the perfect espresso.
Running a business can be time-consuming, especially if you’re in the early stages or you have a small team. Capitalising on technological advances and innovations is an effective solution for company bosses looking to save time and energy, free up resources and optimise outcomes. In this guide, we’ll outline some key upgrades to consider to simplify running your business. Advanced communication tools Communications technology is one of the most exciting areas of development for entrepreneurs and team leaders. As remote working has become more common, many business owners have adapted the way they operate to increase flexibility and reduce costs.…
Enterprise telecom bills are notoriously complex. Between local circuits, international data lines, cloud services, and mobile fleets, most organizations deal with multiple carriers, each using its own billing format. Errors are not the exception here. They are the norm. According to Gartner’s 2024 Market Guide for Telecom Expense Management Services, 85% of enterprise telecom invoices contain errors, leading to 12-20% monthly overspending. That’s not a rounding error. For a company spending $500,000 a month on telecom, 12% means $60,000 in unnecessary charges every single month. The global telecom expense management market was valued at $4.7 billion in 2025 and is…
Software teams face a tough choice after every code change. Should they run a full regression test suite or focus on targeted tests? This decision affects release speed, test coverage, and the risk of bugs that slip through to production. Full regression tests validate the entire system to catch unexpected bugs anywhere in the application, while targeted tests focus only on areas affected by recent changes to save time and resources. Each approach has clear benefits and drawbacks. Full regression offers maximum confidence but takes longer to complete. Targeted tests run faster but might miss bugs in unexpected places. The…
While desktop applications have been the traditional way of handling various work tasks, cloud-based apps are becoming increasingly popular. Consumers and businesses alike are looking to migrate over to the cloud to reap the benefits. But what are the advantages over native apps? Here are a few reasons why web apps are becoming popular and why business owners should care. The Top Reasons Convenience The beauty of web applications is that they can be used from anywhere in the world, as long as you have an internet connection. This is a major advantage over native apps, which need to be…
Most PC and laptop users won’t know anything about calibrating their monitors to ensure accurate colour is being displayed. It’s not something that many know about, as they’ll simply use a device to enjoy a range of activities and not necessarily know (or care) about the technologies that run their devices. As long as they believe their device is depicting the right images, many won’t know the difference. However, it can be essential to conduct checks, especially over time, as a monitor gets older, as pixels can burn out. Colours can begin to appear differently, which can impact many daily…
If your organisation is sitting on a mountain of video footage that needs redacting, you might be wondering how to get through it all. Whether it’s CCTV recordings, interview footage, or compliance-related video, one thing is clear — doing it manually just won’t cut it anymore. Redacting one or two short clips by hand might be manageable, but hundreds? That’s a logistical and legal nightmare waiting to happen. Let’s break down exactly why manual video redaction isn’t scalable — and how switching to software could save your business time, money, and headaches. The Realities of Manual Redaction Let’s be honest:…
Anyone operating a business will have a pretty good grasp of how complicated life can be when dealing with anything related to regulation, compliance, and the law when it comes to anything to do with money. When it comes to the United Kingdom, these regulations are generally overseen by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), which has the unenviable task of trying to balance a free market economy with the sorts of rules that are designed to keep people from losing out unfairly while also attempting to ensure that overall market stability is maintained. When a business ceases regulated activity due…
Choosing the right solutions for your business is vital these days, particularly when it comes to technology. The services and solutions that you invest in can make a huge difference in efficiency, the smooth running of your business, and your success levels, among other things. Among the services you may need for your business is a cloud solution, and there are various options you can choose from. One of the popular options among businesses these days is hybrid cloud solutions, which provide a range of benefits. Those who are new to cloud services may not be aware that there is…
