Malware is an abbreviation for “malicious software.” It can take many forms including ransomware, trojans, and worms. Each type acts a little differently, but they all put your business at risk.

As a business leader, you know that technology keeps your business running. You know it’s important to stay ahead of cyber criminals and want to take steps to keep your network and data safe.

Editor's note: This article was originally posted in 2019, but has been updated to reflect the latest information. The “as a service” business model, in which third-party consulting firms provide IT services on a subscription basis, has been nothing short of a revolution. In particular, network as a service (NaaS) has saved many companies from having to build and maintain their own networking infrastructure in-house. Configuring and operating devices such as routers, WAN optimizers, and firewalls is no easy task even for IT experts.

Editor's note: This article was originally posted in 2018, but has been updated to include the latest information. Cutting costs and maximizing revenue are essential to business success. If you do not stick to your budget, your company will inevitably fail. This is a large part of the reason why many Connecticut companies outsource their IT work to an external IT providers. Kelser provides managed IT support services to many businesses in Connecticut. But, I'm not here to sell you on our services. Instead, I'll provide some of the signs that it might be time to consider external IT support. Our experience has shown that many companies wait longer than they should to consider external IT support. That's why we are pointing out the signs, so that business leaders like you have the information you need to make the decision that is right for your business so you get the support they need to be successful. After reading this article, you'll understand the signs that could indicated it is time for your organization to consider external IT support. What Are The Top Signs It Is Time To Outsource Your IT To An External Provider IT outsourcing provides budget certainty, elite tech service, and around-the-clock assistance. Perhaps most importantly, outsourcing is cheaper than employing an in-house team of IT professionals. Here's a look at some of the top signs it is time to outsource your IT duties to an external team of IT experts:

Shortly after signing a managed IT support agreement with Kelser, your technical alignment manager (TAM) will visit your site to familiarize themselves with your technology infrastructure and begin the documentation and alignment process.

Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in 2021, but has been updated to reflect new information.

Editor’s note: This article was first published in 2018 and has been updated to reflect the latest information and trends.