MTG’s IT Blog

Productivity tip: Email automation

April 2nd, 2019

If you’ve ever received what looked like a personalized email from a huge corporation, there’s a good chance it was actually written using an email automation platform. This technology saves time and money while strengthening customer relationships, and contrary to popular belief, it is well within most SMB budgets.

Best practices for virtualization first-timers

March 28th, 2019

Virtualization’s benefits are numerous: centralized IT management, faster hardware resources, improved business continuity, and reduced overhead costs. It makes perfect sense for everyone to jump on board. But to maximize virtualization’s benefits, beginners should start doing the following best practices.

How to choose the best VoIP system for your SMB

March 27th, 2019

Many industries now utilize Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) for better communication quality with lower costs. And with the many options on digital communications, taking your pick could be overwhelming. This guide will help you decide which VoIP system suits you best.

Work Smarter in Outlook with these tips

March 26th, 2019

People are constantly searching for an easier way to keep their email inboxes in order, customize their email signatures, and improve group communications. The good news is that Microsoft Outlook has these features built in, you just need to know where to look.

Every business needs an MSP for cybersecurity

March 22nd, 2019

Businesses can no longer afford to relegate cybersecurity to the bottom of the budget, not with cyberattacks targeting any business regardless of size, strict security, and privacy regulations surrounding data. Businesses with a small or limited budget have the advantage of partnering with a managed IT services provider (MSP) for their cybersecurity needs.

A guide to setting up your new MacBook

March 21st, 2019

The latest models of the MacBook have won over millions of people, not least because of their high-end look and feel. They also offer plenty of power to do a wide range of work-related tasks and much more. Set up your new MacBook and enjoy all it has to offer in seven easy steps.

Tips for extending laptop battery life

March 20th, 2019

If you want to use your laptop in an airport, a co-working space, or a cafe, the first thing you would look for is a power socket. If you are not lucky enough to find an available outlet, you'll have to depend on your laptop's battery (assuming it still has power after your last charge). The following tips should optimize your laptop's battery so it will last long.

Cloud security: Everything you need to know

March 19th, 2019

Cloud technology is becoming more pervasive every day. A Forbes report found that 77% of enterprises have at least one application or a portion of their enterprise computing infrastructure in the cloud. But somehow, myths about its lack of security remain.

Manage your business better with ERP

March 15th, 2019

From accounting to inventory, small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) need various systems to function, and managing them simultaneously is a colossal task. Enterprise resource planning (ERP) software can help you manage these systems efficiently and improve business performance.

Stop ransomware with virtualization

March 13th, 2019

Ransomware is a type of malware that encrypts your data and makes it impossible to access unless you pay a ransom. While it may appear to be difficult to stop, you should never give in to the hacker’s demands. Before you end up being a victim of ransomware, protect yourself with virtual disaster recovery (DR) solutions.