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Support a Hybrid Workforce with UCaaS Solutions

March 18th, 2024 by admin

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As the sun rises, casting light over cities bustling with life, businesses worldwide awaken to a new day's challenges and opportunities. The hybrid workforce model is a beacon of flexibility and adaptability in the modern workplace. But with this...

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ATS Drives Small to Mid-Sized Businesses’ Profitability and Performance

August 21st, 2023 by admin

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Leading Managed Technology Services Provider Enhances Productivity and Customer Service for Local Organizations CONCORD, CA – ATS a leading Managed Technology Services Provider (MTSP), announced today that the company is delivering the latest in...

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ATS Receives Managed IT Industry’s Top Award

May 19th, 2023 by admin

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Technology Assurance Group Recognizes ATS Communications as the Elite Provider at their 22nd Annual Convention CONCORD, CA – ATS, a leading managed security and IT services provider, announced today that the company received Technology Assurance...

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ATS Communications Launches Managed Detection and Response to Thwart Cyberattacks

April 13th, 2023 by admin

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Leading MTSP Combines Cyber security Experts with State-of-the-Art Technology CONCORD, CA – ATS Communications, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP) is protecting SMBs (small to mid-sized businesses)...

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ATS Communications Invited to Attend 22nd Annual Technology Assurance Group

March 17th, 2023 by admin

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Leading MTSP Invited to Conference with Thought Leaders on Exceeding Customer Expectations CONCORD, CA - ATS Communications, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP) was invited to attend and share their expertise with top industry organizations...

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Why Every Business Needs to Have Cloud Phone Systems

January 5th, 2023 by admin

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Cloud phone systems are quickly becoming the standard for any business that wants to stay competitive. Moving your company's phone system to the cloud allows you to access more advanced features and get better scalability than ever before. Here are...

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ATS Communications Urges Business Owners to Take Advantage of Section 179 Deduction

December 22nd, 2022 by admin

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Leading MTSP Reminds Businesses to Act Soon Before December 31st Deadline CONCORD, CA – ATS Communications, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), is reminding business owners about the IRS Section...

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Every Company Should Acquire Desktop Management Solutions

November 30th, 2022 by admin

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Desktop management solutions are becoming increasingly popular among businesses of all sizes. These solutions provide organizations with a wide range of benefits, including better control over their IT assets, improved productivity, and enhanced security....

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Posted in: Managed IT Services

Why Business Password Management Remains a Struggle

October 11th, 2022 by admin

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Do you think your password is secure? Everyone has their favorite password, which they tend to use everywhere. However, smart people know they shouldn't use something that can be guessed easily, such as 'password' or '12345'; however, once you start...

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Get the Best Out of Cloud Computing with Pro IT Services from ATS

June 8th, 2022 by admin

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There is no denying that technology has made our lives easier and far more convenient. From the ability to connect people through a single tap on your phone to conveniently finding answers with one Google search, the world has come a long way. Another...

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ATS Communications Announces Substantial Increase in IT Spending to Come in 2022

February 22nd, 2022 by admin

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Leading Managed Technology Services Provider Shares Significant Findings About IT Growth CONCORD, CA – ATS Communications, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), recently shared that IT research and...

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Maggie Tristan Wins National Award as One of the Top Women in Tech

January 20th, 2022 by admin

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CFO of ATS Communications Receives Award Amongst Tech Leaders CONCORD, CA – ATS Communications, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), announced today that Maggie Tristan CFO, has been recognized at a national convention...

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ATS Communications Invited to Speak at Technology Assurance Group’s Annual Convention

November 4th, 2021 by admin

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Leading Managed Technology Services Provider to Share Business Expertise and Technology Foresight with Organizations Throughout the U.S. and Canada CONCORD, CA – ATS Communications a leading managed technology services...

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

June 29th, 2021 by admin

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Leading Managed Technology Services Provider Shares How AI is Evolving SMB Defenses CONCORD, CA – ATS Communications a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), announced today that AI (artificial intelligence) is starting to...

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ATS Communications Helps Companies Successfully Adopt the Hybrid Workplace Model with Advanced Technology Solutions

May 28th, 2021 by admin

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Leading Managed Technology Services Provider Maximizes Employee Productivity As Businesses Transition to the New Normal CONCORD, CA – ATS Communications, a leading managed technology services provider, announced today the company is helping...

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

March 22nd, 2021 by admin

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Leading Managed Technology Services Provider Reports on Increases in AI Prevalence CONCORD, CA - ATS Communications a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), reported today on the state of artificial intelligence (AI) and how current...

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Helping Businesses Shift from Survival Mode to Strategic Growth Mode in 2021

February 23rd, 2021 by admin

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Leading Managed Technology Services Provider Educates Businesses on Dramatic Increase in Cybercrime Directed at Small-Business Owners and How to Prevent It CONCORD, CA - ATS Communications, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP),...

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How to Improve Your Remote Workforce's Security and Efficiency

December 31st, 2020 by admin

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Many companies have made the switch to remote working this year due to the pandemic, doing their best to adapt to changing work culture. However, the struggle doesn't end with just establishing your remote operations. Now that you've reacted, it's...

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Posted in: Cloud, Services, Security, Solutions

ATS Communications Helps Businesses Deduct Up to 1 Million Dollars on Qualifying Equipment Expenses

October 14th, 2020 by admin

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ATS Communications a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), announced today that it is helping customers take advantage of a substantial tax deduction, outlined by guidance issued from the IRS, also known as Section 179. Section 179 allows...

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Providing Customers With a Technology Plan for Continued Operations

August 19th, 2020 by admin

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CONCORD, CA - ATS Communications, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), announced today that the company is building technology plans for businesses to continue to operate through the pandemic. ATS Communications begins by evaluating...

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5 Things Businesses Need for a Successful Long Term Remote Workforce

June 30th, 2020 by admin

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As the mandates for isolation and closure are slowly lifting, many business are finding themselves presented with a new challenge. What do they do with their newly founded remote workforces? While some choose to transition them back into the office...

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ATS Communications Provides Cybersecurity for a Remote Workforce

June 9th, 2020 by admin

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With businesses moving to a remote workforce, they face different challenges that they didn't deal with before. One of those challenges is how to keep your network secure while operating under a remote model. Here are some recommendations to ensure...

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Empowering Companies to Combat COVID-19 with Microsoft Teams

June 3rd, 2020 by admin

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CONCORD, CA - ATS Communications, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP) is empowering business owners to accelerate innovation within their companies through Microsoft's new software, Teams. Microsoft Teams is a tool that dramatically...

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ATS is Your Business Technology Partner – Use Us!

April 9th, 2020 by admin

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As we face together the reality of needing to work remotely for an extended period, rely on the ATS team to help you make the best total decisions for your company and your staff. We can help navigate all the technical offerings being made by multiple...

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Posted in: Support, Services, Solutions

New 911 Laws in Effect - Action Needed to Be Compliant

February 18th, 2020 by admin

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This week marks the inception of two new federal laws that any business or entity that uses a Multi-line Telephone System. These two laws are Kari's Law and the Ray Baum Act. The purpose of this announcement is to inform you of the new laws, understand...

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ATS Communications Monitors the Dark Web to Keep Customers’ Information Safe

November 7th, 2019 by admin

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CONCORD, CA – ATS Communications a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), announced today that the company proactively monitors the Dark Web to keep their customers’ information safe. ATS Communications leverages sophisticated Dark...

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Secure WiFi-as-a-Service Protects Customers from Cyber Attacks

October 2nd, 2019 by admin

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Concord, CA – Announcing the launch of a Secure WiFi-as-a-Service program to protect our customers from cyber attacks through wireless access points. Over the past few years, the prevalence of cyber attacks has continued to grow, expanding...

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How to Trade Oversized Lease Agreements for New Technology

August 28th, 2019 by admin

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CONCORD, CA – Did you know that we are advising SMBs (small to mid-sized businesses) on how to fully leverage the benefits of a remote workforce, bolster employee satisfaction, reduce office space, while simultaneously strengthening...

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Preparing Your Business for Windows 7 End-Of-Life

August 21st, 2019 by admin

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Windows 7 is coming to an end, so what does that mean for businesses still running on the platform? It may mean complex migrating, tons of time and resources that will be spent on training, configuring, and an added expense to install the new system....

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Alerting Businesses About Robocall Scams

August 3rd, 2019 by admin

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CONCORD, CA – We are proud to announce that we are alerting small to midsized businesses (SMBs) about the prevalence of robocall scams and how any organization can best handle these calls to ensure that all sensitive company information...

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Why Migrating from a Legacy Phone to VoIP Is Exactly What Your Business Needs

June 19th, 2019 by admin

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Switching from an old phone system to a modern system is something that many enterprises resist. Some businesses cling to their legacy phone system due to the reliability and only look to change when something happens. While traditional...

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Celebrating 25 Years With the Company

June 12th, 2019 by admin

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Today we are taking a moment to recognize an impressive achievement made by one of our employees. Some of you may be familiar with Randy Anderson and his work as a field technician for us; he has now been with the company for an outstanding 25 years!...

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ATS Communications Offers SD-WAN-as-a-Service to SMBs

May 8th, 2019 by admin

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CONCORD, CA – ATS Communications a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), announced today that the company now offers SD-WAN-as-a-Service to their small to mid-sized business (SMB) customers. SD-WAN is a leading technology and according...

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Educating SMBs on Surveillance & Security Breakthrough

April 15th, 2019 by admin

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CONCORD, CA – We are helping small to mid-sized businesses (SMBs) to take advantage of dramatically increased capabilities in surveillance cameras. As security, both online and offline, has become a growing concern for many small business owners,...

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ATS Communications to Share Technology Expertise at The Technology Assurance Group 2019 Annual Convention

March 16th, 2019 by admin

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CONCORD, CA – February 2019 – ATS Communications, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), announced today that they have been invited to attend the 19th Annual Technology Assurance Group (TAG) convention in Orlando, Florida....

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The Future is in the Cloud

October 22nd, 2018 by admin

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The Cloud is quickly becoming a dominant choice for businesses. From hosting their data to even being what they use to host their phone systems. Its accessibility and wide array of options has helped make Cloud Solutions the way of the...

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Posted in: Cloud

Keeping You Connected

September 27th, 2018 by admin

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Are your wires getting crossed? No matter how many gadgets you add, the quality of your communications starts with properly structured cabling. You need a solid foundation that supports your company’s technology goals. Your cable infrastructure...

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Keeping Your Data Safe

August 10th, 2018 by admin

Keeping Your Data Safe

As technology gets more advanced, so do the bad guys. That’s why at ATS we make your network security our priority and help you avoid disruptions to your operations! From ransomware to the dark web and all the email scams in-between, criminals...

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Managing Automatic Updates: Balancing Security With Convenience

July 10th, 2018 by admin

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Running automatic updates for applications and operating systems helps protect your company's digital devices, but those updates can harm productivity if not well managed. Unpatched software is the single biggest security risk in the workplace, so it's...

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How to Protect Your Business From the Dark Web

June 21st, 2018 by admin

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The dark web is a hive of scum and villainy that waits for the opportunity to steal your valuable information - and potentially even steal your identity. Taking these valuables and using them to harm you and others is a scary thing to think about isn’t...

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ATS Communications Becomes Virtual CIO for Small to Mid-Sized Businesses

May 31st, 2018 by admin

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CONCORD, CA – ATS Communications a leading managed technology services provider, announced today that the company will now be serving as a Virtual CIO (Chief Information Officer) for small to mid-sized business (SMBs) who are looking to focus...

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Giving a Presentation: A Technology Preparedness Checklist

March 19th, 2018 by admin

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Giving a presentation can be stressful, so dealing with technology issues at the last minute is the last thing you want when attempting a professional delivery. The following technology preparedness checklist can help you make a good impression rather...

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3 Subtle Ways IT Management Makes Day-to-Day Operations More Manageable

January 22nd, 2018 by admin

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For many businesses, it is difficult to gauge how helpful IT management can be in the workplace on a day-to-day basis — mainly because when things are going well, there's little to notice. Some of the most important benefits of an IT managed services...

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State of the Union for Technology In 2018

December 20th, 2017 by admin

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Today we announced our predictions for the future of the technology sector. We are preparing business owners for the anticipated technology explosion in 2018, and one of the bases for this prediction is the growing number of employed individuals and...

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Is Your Aging Premise-based Hardware Pushing You Towards the Cloud?

August 24th, 2017 by admin

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We pride ourselves in our customer based solutions, and fully understand that when it comes to business not one-size fits all. With over 40 years of experience in this field, it stands to reason that we have seen pretty much...

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Spare Computer Parts: Which Ones To Keep For Disaster Recovery

July 5th, 2017 by admin

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It happens in every office eventually: an employee is going about their workday and suddenly their computer or monitor won't turn on. Fortunately, there's gold in those unused desktops and laptops stuck in the storage closet. Aside from the computers...

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Getting a Clean Start: Managing Windows Startup Programs

February 23rd, 2017 by admin

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It's quite common that, over time, Windows systems accumulate a laundry list of programs that load when a user signs in. While generally benign, most of these "startup" programs are unlikely to actually benefit the user—so the computer ends up...

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Network Security

April 12th, 2016 by admin

Protecting vital business information is a priority of any business. ATS can help ensure that your network, users, and data are protected from continually evolving threats.  A firewall is often installed in a specially designated computer separate from...

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Cloud Solutions

February 6th, 2016 by admin

As technology continues to develop, more and more businesses are moving their data to the cloud. The cloud offers a variety of features and has become extremely cost effective. However, we understand that it’s not always practical for a business to move...

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Network Security

January 29th, 2016 by admin

At ATS, protecting your business’s valuable information is a top priority. With the help of our industry-leading partners, we deliver high performance network security solutions that help you protect your network, users and data from continually evolving...

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