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An Apology to Every Company That’s Used or Is Looking for a Managed IT Services Provider

An Apology to Every Company That’s Used or Is Looking for a Managed IT Services Provider

by Matthew Metelsky | Sep 4, 2025 | Managed IT, SMB Guidance

What Managed Service Providers Won’t Say Outloud First things first:On behalf of my industry, I’m sorry. Managed Service Providers (MSPs) should make your technology experience simple, predictable, and reliable. But too often, we don’t. Instead, we’ve made it...
Why Roadmaps Are Essential for Clear IT Leadership

Why Roadmaps Are Essential for Clear IT Leadership

by Matthew Metelsky | Jul 31, 2025 | Managed IT, SMB Guidance

Still reacting instead of leading? Without a roadmap, every IT decision feels urgent. You become the default problem-solver, trapped in day-to-day firefighting, losing valuable time and resources. The cycle you know too well Your team encounters an IT issue and...
Who Really Owns IT? (Hint: It Can’t Keep Being You) 

Who Really Owns IT? (Hint: It Can’t Keep Being You) 

by Matthew Metelsky | Jul 8, 2025 | Managed IT, SMB Guidance

When everyone owns IT, no one owns it.  You can’t scale when you’re still the unofficial help desk.A shared inbox, a group chat, a vague expectation that someone will “handle IT.”   The pattern you know too well  You’re prepping for a board meeting when your...
The Power of Letting Go: How SMB Leaders Can Step Back from IT Without Losing Control

The Power of Letting Go: How SMB Leaders Can Step Back from IT Without Losing Control

by Matthew Metelsky | Jun 25, 2025 | Managed IT, SMB Guidance

Lead IT with Strategic Visibility You’re deep into a strategic planning session when a Teams ping derails your focus:“VPN’s down — who do we call?” You weren’t supposed to be in this conversation.But here you are again — chasing down tickets, vendor contacts, and...
Why Your People Are Key to Stronger Cybersecurity

Why Your People Are Key to Stronger Cybersecurity

by Third Octet | Oct 22, 2024 | Articles/Tips, Cybersecurity Awareness, Security, SMB Guidance

Updated Oct 2025 When it comes to cybersecurity, technology is only part of the equation. Your people—from leadership to front-line employees—are one of your most significant defenses. But they can also be your biggest vulnerability. For small and medium-sized...
Cyber Threats SMBs Can’t Ignore—and How to Defend Against Them

Cyber Threats SMBs Can’t Ignore—and How to Defend Against Them

by Third Octet | Oct 4, 2024 | Articles/Tips, Cybersecurity Awareness, Managed IT, Security, SMB Guidance

Cyber risks are growing, but securing your business doesn’t have to be difficult. These days, cyberattacks aren’t just going after big corporations. If you’re a small or medium-sized business (SMB), you’re a prime target. In fact, 43% of cyberattacks are aimed at...
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