By now, it's abundantly clear: every business has to budget for technology. Save for a few unique or old fashioned business models, most companies today rely on technology for nearly everything. Technology accepts customer payment, it tracks hours, it keeps the payroll. It makes things easier for employees and customers alike. But, technology also moves (and changes) rapidly, making it exceedingly difficult to account for. There's high value attached to being able to budget accurately. If you find yourself asking, 'How do I budget for technology for my business?,' it's time you found some answers. Below are a few important aspects to keep in mind: flexibility, predictability, and scalability.  Here's why each of those aspects are important:&nbs […]

Integrity's Learning and Collaboration Center (@ITSconnects) is a community resource that offers educational and networking opportunities that aren't easy to come by. Below is a run down of some select upcoming community education classes that you can book a seat in today! Integrity Connects brings courses with a wide range of topics to Illinois communities. It provides the business community with a place to gather and collaborate. It also provides the community-at-large with educational opportunities that can enrich all. Check out the courses below and if a topic interests you, consider booking a spot and adding it to your calendar. Learning should be a lifelong journey. Integrity Connects can help: […]

Unless your business has been personally affected by a cyber security breach, it can feel like an abstract topic. Sure, you see it in the news, but it won't happen to you, your thinking goes. That's a dangerous mistake to make. The threat of cyber crime is growing and there are several angles that it needs to be examined from. Is your business safe? Is your network secure? Do you have a plan? Even if those questions don't feel relevant now, they can become hyper-relevant in a split-second.  Below are a handful of statistics that help tell the story of what the current cyber crime climate is like. Make sure you share them with your team: […]