Quercus IT Blog

When businesses first migrate to the cloud, the promise is almost always the same: limitless scalability, faster innovation, and lower upfront costs. Unfortunately, that pay-as-you-go dream can quickly turn into a pay-more-than-you-thought nightmare. Recent industry data suggests that organizations typically overspend by 25-to-35 percent on their cloud resources. Without visibility, you aren’t just paying for what you use; you’re paying for what you forgot you were using.

We’ve all been there: frustrated by the difficulty of installing new software, dealing with licenses that suddenly expire, or constantly needing to upgrade outdated tools just to keep them running. These are classic headaches that come with buying and owning software licenses. Thankfully, there’s a much smarter way to handle things: Software as a Service, or SaaS.

Many modern businesses rely on in-house server hardware, enjoying the perceived sense of security it provides. After all, you can see it, you can touch it, your data is literally at arm’s reach… what could happen?

Well, a brownout… and that’s just for starters.

While there are many benefits to an in-house infrastructure, there are also many shortcomings. For one, your business is among the most dangerous places to store your data.

How much data do you think your business stores? How much of that data does your business need to operate? Regardless of your answers to these questions, one thing is for certain: you need to take action to ensure your business’ data is never put in harm’s way needlessly. It should be able to survive in the face of great adversity, whether it’s from a fire, weather incident, cyberattack, or simple user error.

Operational efficiency is pretty important for businesses. Wasting time, money, and resources can stifle growth and put you at a competitive disadvantage. Fortunately, technology offers powerful solutions used to eliminate common inefficiencies. Today, we want to go through five ways you can use technology to drive real results.

Computers generate heat as they work, which is why laptops and desktops have fans and massive cloud computing server farms have equally massive climate control systems. Devices of any scale need to be properly cooled to maintain their functionality.

The problem is that we have numerous cloud-based resources available, and the cooling needs we’ve created have led to significant environmental and financial requirements. 

It doesn’t matter what kind of business you run or what industry you fall into. It’s likely that there are untapped opportunities for your business to implement better, more powerful, and more efficient communication and collaboration tools. If you’re on the fence about some of the latest trends in communication and collaboration, consider some of the following “easy wins” to make progress toward better operations today.

Are you constantly looking to improve your small business and stay ahead of the game? Let’s talk about some tech that can seriously boost how you operate: artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing, and cybersecurity.

How much does your business currently rely on the cloud? There are loads of ways to use it, but the best way is to find what works for your business, then double down on it according to your company’s specific needs. We’re looking at how the type of cloud can impact the way your business uses this flexible asset.

When a business uses the cloud for any reason, its cloud solutions and resources must be sufficiently reliable. Let’s examine what it is that makes the cloud reliable, and how to ensure you accomplish this essential baseline.

Decisive decision-making is a business staple. Without it, nothing would get done. Picking and choosing what to stay flexible about is one of the biggest question marks you can have when running a business. One aspect of your business that you always need some wiggle room in is your IT. This month, we take a look at what technology you should prioritize flexibility in and how to achieve that goal.

In a perfect utopia, you would never have to deal with random papers or sticky notes scattered all over your desk. Going paperless isn’t just trendy—it helps you stay organized, save money, and do something good for the environment. But what does it take to go fully paperless? Let’s take a look at a paperless strategy and what it can do for you.

Imagine a life with no random papers or sticky notes piling up on your desk. Going paperless isn’t just a cool trend—it’s a way to stay organized, save money, and help the environment. So what does it take to go 100% paperless? Let’s break it down.

If you want to talk about the most important technology today, the cloud is definitely a big deal. The cloud helps businesses do things that used to only be possible for the biggest companies. Today, we’ll look at how small businesses use the cloud and the benefits they get from it.

Small businesses have unprecedented access to some of the most powerful technologies business has ever seen; ones that were once exclusive to large corporations. These tools not only boost efficiency but also effectively level the playing field, allowing smaller businesses to compete in markets they simply couldn’t have before. Let’s explore how these cutting-edge technologies are revolutionizing the way small businesses operate.

File sharing is a significant part of communication today. Whether trying to send a meme to your friends or sharing a video that won’t send, it can be frustrating when sharing your file doesn’t work. In the business world, though, ineffective file sharing can be more than just an inconvenience—it can lead to costly miscommunication. Let’s explore two methods seen in small business file sharing and how they benefit your organization.

Cloud computing is one of the most powerful technologies that has emerged over the past few decades. It has shifted how individuals and companies access resources, manage data, and store information. With the opportunities to scale online vastly expanding, businesses that want to make the most of their technology can turn to the cloud to save money and improve operations.

The cloud is undeniably useful for most individuals and businesses, and its increasing use in business situations shows this. However, this doesn’t mean that it is the be-all and end-all for businesses. In this month’s newsletter, we thought we’d discuss some of the pros and cons of using cloud platforms inside a small business setting.

Cloud computing has allowed businesses to scale unlike any time before, all without breaking the budget. One such cloud provider is Amazon, and its Amazon Web Services platform allows businesses to manage their cloud computing needs. Today, we’re exploring some of the ways that AWS aids businesses with varied cloud computing needs.

You’ll go through various high and low points when you're running your business. That’s just part of the game; the unpredictability comes with running a business. You might lose confidence in your operations and wonder if you’re making the right calls—particularly with business technology. Thankfully, there are ways you can use technology that take a lot of the guesswork out of what the future holds for your business.