May 11th, 2023 by admin
The benefits of structured cabling have been known for some time, however many businesses are still not utilizing it to its fullest potential. Structured cabling provides an organized and reliable way to manage a company's network infrastructure, offering...
Posted in: Managed IT Services
February 22nd, 2023 by admin
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is an extra layer of security used to ensure that only authorized individuals can access a system or application. This type of security requires users to provide more than one form of authentication,...
Posted in: Managed IT Services
January 24th, 2023 by admin
Dark web scanning is the process of actively seeking out publicly available data related to an organization, its employees, customers, vendors, or partners on the dark web. This process looks for indicators that could be used by malicious actors to...
Posted in: Managed IT Services
November 30th, 2022 by admin
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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November 8th, 2022 by admin
As the world increasingly moves towards remote work, it's more important than ever for businesses to have a way to monitor and manage their systems remotely. This is where remote monitoring and management (RMM) comes in. RMM is a type of software...
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September 6th, 2022 by admin
A business's top priority is always efficient working and smooth outputs. This is because the better they work, the more the company will profit. This is one reason many businesses invest in massive technologies, to ensure that losses are...
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February 23rd, 2021 by admin
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),...
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Press Releases
January 20th, 2021 by admin
Many businesses have found themselves making the switch to the cloud, and when you look at everything it offers it's not hard to see why. They give a wealth of benefits that most would be hard-pressed to ignore, such as improved security...
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November 21st, 2019 by admin
As cyber-attacks continue to intensify, businesses are having a hard time finding skilled cybersecurity workers to protect their operations. The cybersecurity industry has taken a significant hit with the labor shortage causing many companies to fall...
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Support, Services, Security, Solutions
September 30th, 2019 by admin
There are still many businesses that continue to operate on the Windows 7 platform, as it has been the most widely used operating system in the world. However, Windows 7 is quickly approaching its end of life due to the latest rollout of Windows 10,...
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Services, Solutions
August 20th, 2019 by admin
The average workplace can be a money pit with unhappy employees who, in turn, produce unsatisfied customers and create a workplace disaster. The key to improving your business is by empowering your employees to work how they want to and using technology...
Posted in: Cloud, Managed IT Services, Solutions
July 12th, 2019 by admin
12th Annual MSP 501 Identifies Top Forward-Thinking Global MSPs & Leading Trends in Managed Services ATS Communications has been named as one of the world’s premier managed service providers on the prestigious 12th-annual Channel Futures MSP 501 rankings....
Posted in: Company News, Managed IT Services
January 24th, 2019 by admin
When disaster strikes, it leaves ruin in its wake. It can destroy everything leaving nothing behind when its over. Sometimes you're lucky if your office building is left standing, after all, is said and done. While things like your servers, computers,...
Posted in: Backup, Cloud, Managed IT Services, Services, Solutions
June 27th, 2018 by admin
Shifting to IT management support services can make a huge difference in reducing your business' operational bottom-line. IT management goes a long way to streamline both infrastructure and support while providing access to a larger knowledge pool than...
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Support
May 29th, 2018 by admin
While many of the technical needs at nonprofit and for-profit businesses overlap, there are still several key considerations for nonprofits looking for the right IT services provider. Nonprofits' motivations may be driven less by the concept of "spending...
Posted in: Managed IT Services
April 11th, 2018 by admin
Law firms face many unique IT management challenges that stem from the confidential nature of the information they work with. And that confidential data is why law firms must make the protection of information a key IT priority. Threats can come from...
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Services, Solutions
February 28th, 2018 by admin
Because IT staff get so invested in making sure software, networking and security elements are working, they sometimes overlook the human, environmental and contingency planning factors that can invite workplace IT disasters. In many cases, preventative...
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Solutions
January 22nd, 2018 by admin
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...
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Solutions
September 17th, 2017 by admin
We believe your focus should be on productivity and profitability, not the day to day logistics of keeping your network up and running. Having 40 years experience, and a wealth of best practices to share, the team at ATS Communications...
Posted in: Managed IT Services
September 12th, 2017 by admin
It's easy to take a functional Internet connection for granted until it's no longer working. When that Internet connection inevitably goes down, your business could be left scrambling to figure out how to keep working until service is restored. The best...
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Solutions
August 22nd, 2017 by admin
In July of 2017, some Windows 10 users received an error message when trying to install the Creators Update, stating, "Windows 10 is no longer supported on this PC." This first-of-its-kind problem stems from an incompatibility with a handful of Intel's...
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Solutions
August 15th, 2017 by admin
According to a 2017 published study by Advisen and Experian, one of the biggest threats facing small businesses comes from within, such as overconfidence in the organization's ability to protect itself and recover from cyber security attacks. While businesses...
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Security
August 8th, 2017 by admin
Ransomware, a type of malware that holds a computer hostage and tries to force the victim to pay money to recover access, is a nightmare for any business, but the healthcare industry faces the more severe side of a ransomware attack. The healthcare industry...
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Security
August 1st, 2017 by admin
Hijacked accounts are an IT security nightmare, so it makes sense for your company to look at new technology for better ways to keep your digital assets safe. While security professionals are working out new ways to look at what account credentials are,...
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Security
July 25th, 2017 by admin
In June 2017, WikiLeaks released secret documents that exposed the tools the CIA uses to infiltrate public and private networks through routers. These documents have shined a light on how easy it is for someone to hack a router. This begs the question,...
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Security
July 18th, 2017 by admin
Spending far too much money on excessively overpowered computer hardware can quickly deplete your company's IT budget, taking funding away from other important expenses. Two exciting products released in June 2017, Apple's new iMac Pro ($4,999) and Intel's...
Posted in: Managed IT Services
June 20th, 2017 by admin
Amazon Alexa, the voice-based intelligent personal assistant you may have seen an early adopter friend use at home, has surprising business use potential to increase productivity in the workplace. Like Apple's Siri, Google Assistant, and Microsoft's...
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Services
June 6th, 2017 by admin
Computer memory market trends could play a role in your business’s decision on when to upgrade or replace employee computers. According to PC World, the technology research experts at Gartner predict that prices for both RAM and Solid State Drives (SSDs)...
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April 19th, 2017 by admin
Samsung's March 2017 announcement that its flagship smartphone would support first-party peripheral that makes the device work like a desktop computer could mean big changes for how people look at their productivity devices. While this is not the first...
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April 11th, 2017 by admin
If your business hasn't already made the switch from Windows 10's predecessors to a new operating system, it's time to make the initiative a priority. While your IT staff doesn't need to upgrade every computer in your office, it's necessary to make sure...
Posted in: Managed IT Services
March 21st, 2017 by admin
With a little bit of effort, your staff can reap all the benefits of a laptop, and many of the perks of a desktop, with a little bit of planning and some additional hardware. It's a common perception that laptops lead in portability, while desktops specialize...
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Knowledge
March 9th, 2017 by admin
Network-Attached Storage (NAS) servers are a great asset for small businesses managing data. For the uninitiated, NAS is essentially a streamlined server designed specifically for sharing files between devices. Because of their simplified...
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Knowledge
February 23rd, 2017 by admin
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...
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Solutions
February 17th, 2017 by admin
If you're working with several different vendors for your IT system, you'll know the hassle of talking to too many people to fix a few simple problems. Your service provider for video surveillance solutions will point fingers at a slow network connection,...
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Services
February 8th, 2017 by admin
Your employees' computers may not be up to speed anymore after two or three years of use, but in many cases your staff can upgrade or tune up these devices to keep pace with work demands. Upgrades can often be purchased and installed for under $100 a...
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Support, Solutions
December 21st, 2016 by admin
Phishing attacks are a dangerous and devastating method hackers use to steal personal information and accounts—primarily by striking the user instead of the machine. According to the APWG Phishing Activity Trends Report, the first quarter of 2016 saw...
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Security
November 16th, 2016 by admin
Even seasoned IT pros have made the mistake of not backing up a device—and panicked after losing countless important files because the device failed. We may know better, yes, but that doesn’t mean we’re perfect. On the flip side, we’ve all...
Posted in: Backup, Managed IT Services
October 26th, 2016 by admin
Work-disrupting messages like “please connect charger” and “plug in or find another power source” can be a huge source of frustration—not to mention a major productivity killer—for employees on the go. Nobody wants to see their phone battery go belly-up...
Posted in: Data, Managed IT Services, Solutions, Knowledge
October 19th, 2016 by admin
Good news: Your IT staff can stop running regular hard drive defragmentation on your office computers. Improvements in technology have rendered this decade-old practice largely irrelevant. One less thing to worry about, as far as we’re concerned. Hard...
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Knowledge
October 12th, 2016 by admin
While modern computers are much more stable than their ancestors, trying to get work done on a slow, malfunctioning computer is still a business world rite of passage. Troubleshooting bad behavior on your work computer can, of course, be a tedious...
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Knowledge
September 21st, 2016 by admin
IoT devices have incredible potential to make your office more efficient. Previously we’ve discussed the caveats IoT devices bring to the workplace a few times, but today we’re going to focus on how these devices can increase productivity. It’s easy...
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Solutions
August 24th, 2016 by admin
Secondary monitors have incredible potential to increase productivity in the workplace. It might not seem like much, but minimizing, maximizing, and arranging application windows on a single computer monitor can take up a significant amount of time....
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Solutions, Knowledge
August 16th, 2016 by admin
Secure passwords and recovery strategies are an essential part of doing business in the digital age—and password manager programs can help streamline the process. Password managers store and, often, automate login credentials for individuals across...
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Solutions, Knowledge
August 9th, 2016 by admin
There was a time when printers—in your office or home—were considered relatively "simple" office equipment: plug it in, connect it to the local network, and keep the ink fresh, and there wasn't much else to worry about. But times have changed. Today's...
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Knowledge
July 26th, 2016 by admin
Last time, we talked about several handy do-it-yourself online tools to measure your office broadband speed. If your online connections aren't quite as fast as you expected from your service provider, don't be afraid to show them the "hard numbers"...
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Support, Solutions, Knowledge
July 19th, 2016 by admin
How fast is your company's broadband Internet speed compared to ten years ago? Chances are that while your online connection at work back then was faster than your first home Internet service (think of that annoying dial-up modem noise), if you tried...
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Support, Knowledge
July 12th, 2016 by admin
If you've looked over our previous posts since we've started our blog, you know how serious we are about protecting your company from everyday cyber-threats—mainly phishing, ransomware, and various other malware. Today we'd like to discuss a different...
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Solutions, Knowledge
July 7th, 2016 by admin
It's a fair bet that one of your employees has already shown off a trendy new wearable gadget around the office. What began with Bluetooth earpieces would branch off into smartwatches, smart glasses, wrist-worn fitness trackers, and even smart clothing...
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Security, Knowledge
July 4th, 2016 by admin
Tired of managing your network? With our managed IT services, your can forget about your network and focus on your business. Some of the benefits of our services include: reduced costs, stability, guaranteed service levels, accessible and responsive support...
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June 12th, 2016 by admin
Don't miss out on the opportunity to give your business the best continuity plan. At ATS, we take measures to eliminate the obstacles that could disrupt your business and help implement reliable networks. Let ATS help you go above and beyond basic backup...
Posted in: Backup, Cloud, Managed IT Services
June 7th, 2016 by admin
One of our pet peeves with some of our new customers is that once we come in to upgrade their IT network, they're careless about disposing their old hardware—specifically, their PC hard drives. They think that by simply deleting their existing files—email,...
Posted in: Data, Managed IT Services, Knowledge
May 17th, 2016 by admin
Let’s talk about desktop monitors. In many companies, large or small, an onboarding employee gets whatever display hardware might already reside in their assigned cube—no matter how old it is. But like most computer products, the technology is always...
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Knowledge
April 26th, 2016 by admin
Earlier today the cashier at the local drive-thru miskeyed the amount of cash I gave him into his register. Somewhat sheepishly, he asked if I had a smartphone so I could verify the correct amount of change. Fortunately, I never leave home without it....
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Support, Knowledge
September 16th, 2015 by admin
ATS Communications wants to help you make meaningful improvements in business processes, and share best practices. Let us take care of our network, so you can focus on your business! Managed IT services provide so many benefits. A few are: Accessible...
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August 23rd, 2014 by admin
There are many benefits to having managed IT services. Not only can we help you establish goals that result in better business value, there are many other benefits! Take a look below to why you should say “Yes!” to ATS managing your IT services. ...
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July 29th, 2014 by admin
ATS is a full-service IT vendor. We handle all aspects of your IT, from desktop support to firewall security, from software applications to broadband infrastructure. We take a proactive, holistic approach to your technology use, and we're able to provide...
Posted in: Data, Managed IT Services, Services
November 6th, 2013 by admin
The 5 basic tips below are essential to maintaining the health and efficiency of your network, servers, and computer systems. Please consult an expert IT Consultant or Managed Service Provider for more information about protecting your IT systems. ...
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October 8th, 2013 by admin
We realize the importance of a strong and solid support team to ensure a quality installation and continued satisfaction with your new business technology solution. That's why we have built an outstanding reputation by providing top quality support to...
Posted in: Backup, Company News, Data, Managed IT Services, Partners, Support
September 30th, 2013 by admin
Partnering with a Managed Service Provider (MSP) is one of the most important decisions you can make to ensure the longevity and productivity of your SMB. Why? An experienced MSP is a true business partner, reduces and streamlines IT costs, and takes...
Posted in: Managed IT Services
August 27th, 2013 by admin
Managed Service Providers - or MSPs - are tasked with the critically important job of managing IT to help businesses run smoothly. Information Technology is the foundation upon which businesses operate, communicate, and grow, and must therefore...
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Solutions
August 19th, 2013 by admin
Does your business have a reliable backup solution? Through ATS Communications partnership' with Datto, we can provide you with a simple and reliable backup solution called G Series that delivers off-site synchronized local storage at an unbeatable price....
Posted in: Backup, Cloud, Company News, Data, Managed IT Services, Partners
August 18th, 2013 by admin
Downtime - it isn't always what you think! When you think downtime, I'm sure you're picturing the results of a total IT disaster - perhaps a flood destroying the server room or a malicious virus that hacks the network, forcing everyone to close up...
Posted in: Managed IT Services
January 25th, 2013 by admin
Is your company filtering hundreds of server alerts, researching issues, or trouble shooting and fixing problems constantly? That can be overwhelming in any IT environment, yet the job must be done. As a Continuum partner, these will be the least of your...
Posted in: Managed IT Services, Partners
July 13th, 2012 by admin
With Managed IT Services through ATS Communications, you receive constant monitoring, repair, and optimization of your data networks and communications infrastructure, so you don't have to. It's time to find out what Managed IT Services can do for you...
Posted in: Managed IT Services