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Mid-Year IT Optimization Review: Are You on Track?

The halfway point in the year is the perfect time to hit pause, take a look at your IT environment, and ask: Are we getting what we expected from our technology investments? Whether you’re managing your infrastructure in-house or working with a service provider, it’s easy to let your IT strategy run on autopilot. But if you haven’t taken a fresh look at your systems, software, and security lately, now’s the time. Here’s a simple framework [...]

By |2025-06-02T15:40:10+00:00May 26th, 2025|IT assessment, OIT, Optimized IT|0 Comments

Why Document Security Should Be a Priority for Your Business

If your business handles sensitive client information, processes payments, or manages confidential internal documents (and most businesses do), document security isn’t just a “nice to have”, it’s a necessity. But while cybersecurity tends to get most of the attention, document security often falls into the background. The truth? It shouldn’t. Your documents, whether digital or printed, are one of the easiest places for a data breach to happen. And if your security measures don’t extend [...]

By |2025-06-02T17:32:26+00:00May 26th, 2025|document management|0 Comments

How IT Automation Can Save You Time and Money

IT automation is one of the most powerful tools in a company's arsenal to simplify how things get done, cut costs, and let people focus on more strategic work. When done right, automation turns those repetitive, time-consuming tasks into workflows that quietly take care of themselves. This doesn't just speed things up—it completely changes how businesses use their most valuable resources: time and money. Let’s break down the ways IT automation helps your business work [...]

By |2025-04-23T16:48:16+00:00April 23rd, 2025|OIT, Optimized IT|0 Comments

Wide Format Printing: The Essential Tool for Large-Scale Projects

Making a big impression often requires thinking—and printing—on a larger scale. Wide format printing is essential for businesses that need large, eye-catching visuals that make people stop and look. In this article, we’ll break down how wide format printing works, where it’s being used, why it’s so effective, and what trends are shaping the wide format world today. Understanding Wide Format Printing Wide format printing refers to the process of producing prints that are significantly [...]

By |2025-04-19T20:21:39+00:00April 19th, 2025|Wide Format|0 Comments

Preparing Healthcare for AI Tomorrow with Smarter Document Workflows Today

The Reality: AI in Healthcare Is Only as Smart as the Data It Can Read AI is transforming healthcare. From AI language bots summarizing documentation to predictive analytics, modern Electronic Health Records (EHR) platforms are trying to integrate AI-driven solutions to enhance efficiency and patient outcomes. But few are talking about the fundamental gap that still exists for providers—AI can only analyze what it can access, and much of today’s healthcare data is still trapped [...]

By |2025-04-23T19:27:47+00:00April 19th, 2025|health care|0 Comments

How Cloud Computing Can Optimize Your IT Infrastructure

Businesses are facing mounting pressure to deliver services faster, maintain 24/7 availability, and adapt to rapidly changing market conditions—all while keeping costs under control. Many organizations find themselves struggling with aging server rooms, complex licensing agreements, and the perpetual cycle of hardware refreshes. If this sounds familiar, cloud computing might be the solution you've been looking for. What Cloud Computing Means for Your Business Cloud computing offers a fundamental shift: instead of purchasing and maintaining [...]

By |2025-03-25T13:19:32+00:00March 25th, 2025|OIT, Optimized IT|0 Comments

Why Your Business Needs a Production Print Device for High-Volume Printing

As businesses grow, their printing needs often increase as well. Whether it's producing marketing materials, customer invoices, training manuals, high-volume printing is an important function in many industries. Standard office printers can handle everyday printing tasks, but when print jobs become larger and more frequent, businesses may experience slow output, rising costs, and inconsistent quality. For organizations that rely on printed materials, investing in a production print device can be a game-changer. These machines are [...]

By |2025-03-24T19:03:23+00:00March 24th, 2025|printers|0 Comments

Navigating the Shift: Why Your Business Needs to Prepare for the Windows 11 Upgrade Now

As the clock ticks towards the end of Windows 10 support on October 14, 2025, businesses must prepare for the transition to Microsoft Windows 11. This shift is not just a technological upgrade; it ensures continued security and operational efficiency. With Windows 10 still dominating over 60% of PCs, many business owners and IT professionals face the critical decision of upgrading or risking exposure to vulnerabilities due to discontinued Windows security updates. End of Windows [...]

By |2025-03-13T18:34:36+00:00March 13th, 2025|OIT, Optimized IT|0 Comments

Modern Office Methods (MOM) Announces Multi-Year Sponsorship with FC Cincinnati

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Cincinnati, OH, February 20, 2025 – Modern Office Methods (MOM), a leading provider of office technology solutions, is proud to announce a new multi-year sponsorship agreement with FC Cincinnati, beginning with the 2025 Major League Soccer (MLS) season. This partnership underscores MOM’s commitment to supporting local businesses, fostering community engagement, and aligning with Cincinnati’s dynamic sports culture. As an official sponsor of FC Cincinnati, MOM will collaborate with the club to enhance [...]

By |2025-02-20T21:51:39+00:00February 20th, 2025|modern office methods|0 Comments

Spring Cleaning for Your IT: Optimizing Systems and Processes

Your IT infrastructure is like a living, breathing ecosystem in today's digital landscape. Just as your home needs an annual deep clean, your technology systems require regular maintenance and optimization. Let's explore how to give your IT systems a performance boost and keep them running smoothly. Security and Access Management: Your Digital Front Door Think of your security protocols as the locks on your doors - they need regular inspection and upgrading. Start by conducting [...]

By |2025-02-12T16:24:59+00:00February 12th, 2025|Optimized IT|0 Comments