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March 20th, 2023 by Kevin Box
Cybersecurity is an increasingly important issue for organizations, as cyber-attacks become more frequent, sophisticated, and dangerous. Every organization needs to take proactive steps to protect their networks and data from external threats. In this...
Posted in: Cybersecurity
March 10th, 2023 by Kevin Box
Managed print services (MPS) are an outsourced solution to managing an organization’s print environment. MPS is a comprehensive approach that helps organizations optimize their printing needs while minimizing costs and maximizing efficiency....
Posted in: Managed Print Services
March 6th, 2023 by Kevin Box
Dark Web scanning is an important part of any cyber security strategy. With the ever-growing threat landscape, it is essential for businesses to understand what is lurking on the dark web and how it can affect their organization. In this blog, we'll...
Posted in: Cybersecurity, General, IT Services
February 27th, 2023 by Kevin Box
Would you believe most organizations give little thought to the costs and structure of printing within their organization? Below are some stats that might get you to think more about what can be done to improve your organization’s printing processes....
Posted in: General, Managed Print Services, IT Services
February 14th, 2023 by Function4
Managed IT services are a type of technology solution that allows businesses to outsource the management and maintenance of their entire IT infrastructure. With Managed IT, companies can take advantage of an experienced team to manage all aspects of...
Posted in: IT Services
January 30th, 2023 by Kevin Box
Those little benign printers in the corner of your office are huge money pits ready to steal your organizational soul at a moment’s notice. OK, I’m sorry my post-holiday, stressed out self, went a little overboard. However, that statement...
Posted in: Managed Print Services
January 26th, 2023 by Function4
There are many reasons for the increase in cyber-attacks on businesses. One reason is that businesses increasingly use computer networks and the internet to conduct their operations. This provides more opportunities for hackers to gain access to sensitive...
Posted in: Cybersecurity
January 23rd, 2023 by Kevin Box
Function4 has a large client in the hotel and gaming industry located in Louisiana. This client recently hired a new Director of Information Technology, who came in wanting to do what most new Directors want to do - improve efficiencies and cut costs....
Posted in: Managed Print Services
January 17th, 2023 by Kevin Box
Over the last few years, we've seen Information security spend increase at historical levels which is estimated to cost organizations more than $172 billion by the end of 2022 according to Gartner. Now, it seems a new threat is lurking by way of the...
Posted in: Cybersecurity
January 9th, 2023 by Tina White
Proper planning is key and of utmost importance. Your first goal is to define your current and future IT needs. Secondly, choose a managed IT service provider with a wide range of IT skills and capabilities. However, do not confuse cybersecurity with...
Posted in: Cybersecurity, General, IT Services
January 3rd, 2023 by Kevin Box
I've outlined in recent articles the vulnerabilities of printers on the network. To expand on this topic, we need to focus on the vulnerabilities of why this is the case and what are the best practices in fixing the problem. In this article, we will...
Posted in: Cybersecurity
December 18th, 2022 by Kevin Box
Mistake No. 1 – Printer Buying is Decentralized Mistake No. 2 – Not Using a Data Collection Agent to Track Print Volumes Mistake No. 3 – A Lack of Concern with Printer Security Mistake No. 1: Printer Buying is Decentralized...
Posted in: Managed Print Services
December 8th, 2022 by Function4
Dark web scanning is particularly important for businesses because of the potential risk posed by data breaches. The dark web is a collection of websites and networks that are not indexed by search engines, making it difficult to detect or monitor...
Posted in: Cybersecurity
December 5th, 2022 by Kevin Box
Let's face it, buying printers isn't glamorous. However, it's a purchasing decision that can pay dividends if done correctly. Below are three questions to ask when buying a new printer. Do I buy an enterprise-level device or an Over-the-Counter...
Posted in: Managed Print Services
November 30th, 2022 by Function4
There are many tools and topics that everyone should know about cyber security, and we will be sharing details about them in this article. Here are ten topics everyone should know about cyber security: Business Email Compromise (BEC) BEC...
Posted in: Cybersecurity
November 27th, 2022 by Kevin Box
Last week, during a conversation with a potential new customer with Function4, the customer asked me what is our turnaround time for service calls. My answer was four hours depending on the time of the day the call was placed. She seemed shocked, so...
Posted in: General, Managed Print Services
November 23rd, 2022 by Function4
Help desk software has become an essential tool for businesses of all sizes. It allows companies to manage customer support more effectively, improving efficiency and customer satisfaction. However, with so many different help desk software solutions...
Posted in: IT Services
November 7th, 2022 by Kevin Box
When Neil Armstrong stepped off the Apollo 11 Lunar Module as the first human to ever set foot on the Moon, and uttered his famous line, "That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind." He did so not knowing the impact it would have on future...
Posted in: Managed Print Services
October 31st, 2022 by Function4
If you're like most businesses, your organization has seen tremendous change in the way employees communicate and collaborate over the past several years. The rise of digital transformation has forced businesses to re-evaluate their communications strategies...
Posted in: IT Services
October 31st, 2022 by Function4
Managed Print Services (MPS) is a comprehensive and integrated approach to optimizing and managing an organization's print infrastructure and print-related processes. MPS can help businesses save money, increase efficiency, and improve security. MPS...
Posted in: Managed Print Services
October 19th, 2022 by Kevin Box
If your organization is searching for a Managed Print Services partner, you're not alone. According to ResearchandMarkets.com, the global Managed Print Services Market size reached $38.7 Billion in 2021 and will be at $64.1 Billion by 2027, so a great...
Posted in: Managed Print Services
October 12th, 2022 by Function4
Leading Provider in Managed IT Services Shares Best Practices for Dealing with Data Attacks Through DNS SUGAR LAND, TX – Function4 a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), is helping small to mid-sized...
Posted in: Press Release
September 28th, 2022 by Function4
Is your company growing and needs to expand but don't know whether to share system support or buy new? With the recent influx of companies moving to the cloud and collaborating from homes or different regions, IT solutions have become necessary for...
Posted in: IT Services
September 19th, 2022 by Marc Marlin
Why Help Desk? There are a myriad of reasons why businesses operating in today's technology environment should consider implementing an IT Support Help Desk in their organization. These can include faster response times and mitigation of technical issues....
Posted in: Business Technology
September 8th, 2022 by Function4
Leading MTSP Shares Why Email Is an Easy Way to Destroy A Company’s Network SUGAR LAND, TX - Function4, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), recently announced that they are protecting small to mid-sized businesses (SMBs) with...
Posted in: Press Release
August 15th, 2022 by Kevin Box
Insights in the Managed Print Services and Print Management Software Space Over the last two plus years, the Print Management industry has been hit hard by a global pandemic, supply chain issues, and a lack of hardware inventory due to chip shortages....
Posted in: Managed Print Services
July 27th, 2022 by Function4
There are several flourishing businesses worldwide; however, each business differs from the other. One significant difference between a multi-national firm and a small business is the lack of resources. If you work for or own a small firm, you'd know...
Posted in: Business Technology
July 22nd, 2022 by Function4
Leading MTSP Shares How Businesses Can Gain a Competitive Advantage with AI SUGAR LAND, TX – Function4, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP) is preparing organizations to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) to...
Posted in: Press Release
July 12th, 2022 by Function4
A fully integrated cloud communications platform is instrumental in improving customer experience, outreach, and engagement well beyond the dealership. With the right communications platform, you can effortlessly transform your customer's car buying...
Posted in: Business Technology
June 23rd, 2022 by Function4
Bill Patsouras of Function4 Describes Why This Solution Is in High Demand SUGAR LAND, TX – Managed IT services is rapidly becoming one of the hottest solutions in business today because it dramatically improves an organization’s...
Posted in: Press Release
May 26th, 2022 by Function4
Leading Managed Technology Services Provider Protects IT Networks that Rely on Apple/Mac Products SUGAR LAND, TX – Function4, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), announced today that the company is...
Posted in: Press Release
March 22nd, 2022 by Function4
No matter how advanced the world has become, there are some conventional things that we can't just let go of. Printing papers is one of these. You can have all of the information you need in digital form, but some documents must be in physical...
Posted in: Business Technology
February 23rd, 2022 by Function4
Function4’s Leadership Wins Award for Contributing to Entire Industry SUGAR LAND, TX – Function4, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), recently announced that Bob Evans, one of the key members of...
Posted in: Press Release
February 9th, 2022 by Function4
Leading Managed Technology Services Provider Shares Significant Findings About IT Growth SUGAR LAND, TX – Function4, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), recently shared that IT research and consulting...
Posted in: Press Release
December 10th, 2021 by Function4
A multifaceted and reliable office copier is a critical tool for every company that is success-oriented. However, finding the right company can feel overwhelming. Not only is office equipment like copiers pricey, but if incorrectly selected, it...
Posted in: Business Technology
November 1st, 2021 by Function4
Effective communication is a key driver for business productivity across all industries. Today’s business environment makes unified communications nearly an operational necessity. Small businesses (SMBs) may feel such use of technology...
Posted in: Business Technology
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