Choosing a cloud based CRM solution By Kate O'Flaherty last updated 2 February 22 SMBs can find low cost options that allow them to build gradually.
Dropbox for Business: is it the right cloud storage solution for you? By Kate O'Flaherty last updated 27 August 20 In Depth Consumer cloud storage services are adding more choice to the market. What are the options and alternatives?
Open source software: a guide for SMBs By Kate O'Flaherty published 12 April 14 Can open source save cash-strapped small and medium businesses serious money?
End of support for Windows XP: what are the options? By Kate O'Flaherty published 10 April 14 Features Although Microsoft won't penalize current Windows XP users for missing the April 8th deadline, expect others to do so
Why passwords just don't cut it anymore By Kate O'Flaherty published 20 March 14 In Depth No matter how complex it is, a password alone is no longer a reliable means to keep your business secure.
Big data: a guide for SMBs By Kate O'Flaherty published 25 February 14 In Depth Businesses produce large quantities of data - the secret is in using it in the right way.
Are biometrics the future for mobile authentication? By Kate O'Flaherty published 1 February 14 In Depth If security like Apple's TouchID can be circumvented, as has been claimed, where does that leave biometrics?
Collecting your data - then giving it back to you By Kate O'Flaherty published 30 January 14 In Depth "We collect your data and give it to you; we are doing something differently to Google"
What can the internet of things do for SMBs? By Kate O'Flaherty published 27 January 14 In Depth Connected devices can improve your efficiency and save cash. A how-to of the internet of things
How can NFC help SMBs? By Kate O'Flaherty published 24 January 14 In Depth From contactless payment to controlling building access, NFC is in your phone and going to get more useful.
Best business apps for Android tablets By Kate O'Flaherty published 18 November 13 Our pick of the best Android business apps for tablets
Mobile working: the kit you need to succeed By Kate O'Flaherty published 15 November 13 Once upon a time, businesses only had PCs to contend with. But then came laptops, which made it easier to work away from the office.
Using Android tablets in your business: the advantages By Kate O'Flaherty published 13 November 13 Sponsored Android tablets are flexible, secure and affordable, making the operating system (OS) ideal for today's remote workers.
Managing a remote workforce: what you need to consider By Kate O'Flaherty published 4 November 13 Sponsored Cloud, smartphones and tablets are allowing a new generation of employees to work remotely.
How to secure your network from the inside By Kate O'Flaherty published 11 October 13 In Depth Protect and monitor your network, and stop staff letting attackers in too.
How do you turn data from a billion trades into a buying opportunity? By Kate O'Flaherty published 9 October 13 Financial giant NASDAX OMX has transformed from a "semi-regulatory utility" into a forward-thinking, for-profit exchange, thanks to Dell's infrastructure solutions.
Cloud vs new server: should you replace your server or move to the cloud? By Kate O'Flaherty published 7 October 13 Your server is getting old. You've waited as long as you can: applications are running slower and your machine has reached its limit. So do you replace it with a new server or move to the cloud?
Cloud applications for small businesses: the best apps for you By Kate O'Flaherty published 7 October 13 Sponsored Cloud-based services could save you and your business a lot of hassle. Here are the reasons why...
Developing your own apps: a guide for SMBs By Kate O'Flaherty published 1 October 13 In Depth Business app development doesn't have to be difficult, but it might not be cheap.
Security-as-a-service: a guide to outsourcing By Kate O'Flaherty published 23 September 13 From simple firewalls to complex authentication systems, outsourcing can offer huge benefits.
iOS 7: what's different, and how is it better for work? By Kate O'Flaherty published 19 September 13 In Depth It's hyped as the biggest-ever update, but what does iOS 7's arrival mean for business users?
Hybrid cloud storage: is it right for you? By Kate O'Flaherty published 27 August 13 In Depth Cloud can be more secure than on-premise, but do your research.
Xbox One: a good business investment? By Kate O'Flaherty published 13 August 13 In Depth Skype and SkyDrive apps show promise but Xbox needs an ecosystem.
What can gamification do for a small business? By Kate O'Flaherty published 5 July 13 Businesses are using techniques from the gaming industry to improve operations and sales.
Android vs BlackBerry: which is the best smartphone for your business? By Kate O'Flaherty published 2 July 13 In Depth New features promise to give Google's operating system a boost in the market.