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Voyage Technology has been serving the Beaver Dam area since 1999, providing IT Support such as technical helpdesk support, computer support, and consulting to small and medium-sized businesses.

How Consultation Can Help Your Small Business

How Consultation Can Help Your Small Business

Juggling everything in a small business is tough. Are you constantly dealing with IT issues when you barely have time to do your normal work? You're not alone. Many small businesses find IT more of a hassle than a help.

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There are a Lot of Layers to a Solid IT Strategy

There are a Lot of Layers to a Solid IT Strategy

Running a small business is already a juggling act. Now toss managing IT into the mix and watch the balls start to bounce in every direction. IT for small businesses isn’t just plugging in a few computers and setting up Wi-Fi. It’s an ever-growing web of systems, tools, security measures, and the occasional mysterious error message that nobody understands. Let’s take a look at some of the things that every small business owner needs to look at as far as their technology is concerned.

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How to Tell When It’s Time to Say Goodbye to Your Old Tech

How to Tell When It’s Time to Say Goodbye to Your Old Tech

We all know that person with an ancient laptop, a stubborn printer, or that phone they refuse to part with. At some point, however, that beloved device stops being the sidekick you need it to be and starts feeling more like dead weight. If your tech is making life harder instead of easier, it might be time for an upgrade. Here’s how to know when to let go.

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How Modern Businesses Use IT Services

How Modern Businesses Use IT Services

IT should be making your business work smarter, not harder. That’s what we want to discuss today: how IT impacts your business priorities, such as productivity, cybersecurity, and accessibility. Are you making the best choices possible, or are the options you’re selecting hindering your company’s operations?

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Technology Drives Inventory Management

Technology Drives Inventory Management

It’s always good to know what kind of technological assets your business has at any given time, but some business owners don’t keep a detailed inventory. If you don’t know what you have, how will you know what you need? Let’s discuss some of the ways you can manage your IT inventory or make your current practices more effective.

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Technology Has Been a Guiding Influence in Business Strategy

Technology Has Been a Guiding Influence in Business Strategy

Technology is deeply embedded in nearly every aspect of modern life. As society has become increasingly tech-driven, businesses have found ways to set themselves apart by meeting the growing demand for innovation. While technological dominance has been a recurring theme throughout the information age, today’s leading tech companies wield more power and influence than ever before.

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Stop Pushing that Boulder Uphill! Cybersecurity is About Being Proactive

Stop Pushing that Boulder Uphill! Cybersecurity is About Being Proactive

It’s harder than ever to keep your data safe these days. Everyone needs to be careful online, but the constant security steps can feel exhausting when you’re spending hours on a computer every week. Unfortunately, this is the new normal. If you don’t stay on top of your cybersecurity, it can be really hard to keep your business’ tech safe.

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6 Reasons for Tape Backup (and 1 Huge Reason to Replace It)

6 Reasons for Tape Backup (and 1 Huge Reason to Replace It)

Tape backup used to be the go-to backup solution for businesses, but it’s since lost its luster in favor of digital backup solutions. You might still find some uses for it, if you find a good enough excuse. Today, we want to examine why you might still use tape backup, even though a Backup and Disaster Recovery (BDR) solution far outshines it.

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New Year, New IT: 4 Considerations for Any New Tech Acquisition

New Year, New IT: 4 Considerations for Any New Tech Acquisition

Each new year is an opportunity to reflect on what your business has gotten right and what it needs to improve. Your technology is one of those parts of a business where there’s always some room for improvement. If new IT solutions are on the docket for the upcoming year, here are four questions you can ask to make any new implementation successful.

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Defining Bandwidth and Why It’s So Important

Defining Bandwidth and Why It’s So Important

The Internet is just as essential to business as electricity. One key factor that determines how well your Internet works is bandwidth. Let’s break it down.

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How to Kickstart Physical Security with Digital Cameras

How to Kickstart Physical Security with Digital Cameras

Physical security is just as important as cybersecurity, and digital security cameras are a great tool to help maintain spaces. Whether you have an office, a retail space, a warehouse, or any other property, a security camera can help you keep tabs on a place in real-time and reduce liability. Here are three reasons why you might consider ditching an analog camera in favor of a digital camera.

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Does Artificial Intelligence Provide Artificial Hope?

Does Artificial Intelligence Provide Artificial Hope?

Typically, we use this space to talk about technology-related issues that have a positive impact on business, society, and individuals. Information technology has and will continue to transform the world we live in. One of the central topics of this giant IT transformation is artificial intelligence (AI) and where it fits into the paradigm of modernity.  Much has been made about the potential benefits of AI—and many of them are legitimate—but in today’s blog, we wanted to discuss the dark side of AI, and whether or not immediate regulation of the technology is a prudent decision.

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Should Cryptocurrency Be Taxed?

Should Cryptocurrency Be Taxed?

If you are a frequent reader of this blog, you’ve seen articles about blockchain before. This week we thought we’d go a different direction and take a look at the question of whether or not cryptocurrency, a construct made possible by blockchain technology, should be made taxable by state, federal, and international lawmakers. Let’s take a look at blockchain, its role in cryptocurrency, and whether or not taxation is on the agenda down the road.

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The NSA Says You Need to Reboot Your Mobile Device

The NSA Says You Need to Reboot Your Mobile Device

When did you last turn your mobile device off and on again?

While any IT provider worth their salt would be the first to tell you that this is troubleshooting 101, another source also recommends a quick reboot every so often: the National Security Agency.

Let’s explore why the NSA shared this advice and what difference following it can make.

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Your Employees Might Be Your Greatest Security Risk

Your Employees Might Be Your Greatest Security Risk

Your employees might be putting your business at risk, even if they don’t know it yet. Most companies feel this frustration, and they want their employees to prioritize cybersecurity in the same way administrators and security staff do. This frustration is something that can be challenged and addressed… with the right solutions and policies, of course.

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Invest in the Right Technology and Save on Massive Future Headaches

Invest in the Right Technology and Save on Massive Future Headaches

Technology is crucial for the success of businesses, but it has created this mindset that if a business doesn’t have the latest and greatest, they’re falling behind. The truth is that the latest gadgets are not necessarily the best decision for your business. Today, we want to assist you in making the best decisions about your technology.

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The IoT Can Really Help Today’s Manufacturers

The IoT Can Really Help Today’s Manufacturers

The Internet of Things is an umbrella term for internet-connected devices, but whatever you want to call it, the integration of technology into manufacturing and distribution processes can have a lot of benefits. Today, we’ll take a closer look at manufacturing IoT.

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Ad Blockers are Awesome, Here’s How They Work

Ad Blockers are Awesome, Here’s How They Work

With so much of the world now online, it’s no wonder that advertisers have shoveled countless dollars into embedded advertisements. Whether you’re reading articles, watching videos, or even scrolling through your social media feed, it’s expected that ads are a part of that experience—even though most people find them to be disruptive, annoying, and invasive. Many users have resorted to ad blockers in an attempt to make the Internet bearable.

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When Your Business Grows, You Need to Keep Your IT Budget in Check

When Your Business Grows, You Need to Keep Your IT Budget in Check

Managing your company's IT is crucial to running a successful business today, but it can also be tricky and expensive if not done right. Here are some common mistakes that can lead to overspending on technology.

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How to Keep Your Tech Budget Manageable as You Grow

How to Keep Your Tech Budget Manageable as You Grow

Effective IT management is integral to modern business operations. While it can be complex and demanding, a well-executed IT strategy can bring immense benefits. Let's explore some common pitfalls that can lead to uncontrolled technology budgets.

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