business continuity

How IT Downtime Impacts Supply Chain Costs

Supply chains depend on timing, visibility, and coordination. Technology supports all three. Inventory systems, order management platforms, and logistics software help keep goods moving and teams aligned. When those systems go offline, the impact can be far-reaching. Downtime creates delays, uncertainty, and added costs that ripple across the supply chain. In this blog, we'll look at how those costs can quickly add up. Production and Order Fulfillment Delays When critical systems are unavailable, production and [...]

By |2026-01-29T19:26:26+00:00January 29th, 2026|OIT, Optimized IT|0 Comments

Why Every Business Needs a Disaster Recovery Plan

What would happen to your business if you couldn't access your files, serve customers, or process payments for a week? For many companies, the answer is bankruptcy, and it's happening more often than you think. A disaster recovery (DR) plan is your blueprint for getting back online fast and minimizing damage when the unexpected happens. Understanding the Stakes For many businesses, downtime is more than just an inconvenience, it’s costly. Industry studies consistently show that [...]

By |2025-09-19T17:25:04+00:00September 19th, 2025|OIT, Optimized IT|0 Comments

IT Downtime Can Be Costly: Here’s Why

With the increasing reliance on technology in business, IT downtime is a serious concern for companies. What causes downtime, and how can you prevent it? Read on to learn more! Causes of IT Downtime IT downtime can happen due to a number of factors. Some of the most common causes include: Old Hardware - The older it is, the more likely it is to fail. Older hardware may be incompatible with newer software and systems [...]

By |2021-10-29T20:10:24+00:00October 29th, 2021|managed it services|0 Comments

Top Managed IT Terms You Need To Know

If you're new to Managed IT Services, the terminology can be confusing! Here is a glossary of the most common terms and acronyms to help you navigate the world of Managed IT! Business Continuity (BC) - Business continuity ensures that the critical functions of your business will still be able to operate after a crisis, such as a fire, natural disaster, or power outage. Backup and Disaster Recovery (BDR) - If your business experiences a [...]

By |2021-10-29T19:37:36+00:00October 25th, 2021|managed it services|0 Comments