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Big data helps hospitals lower readmissions

October 4th, 2016

For hospitals, readmission rates are a key performance indicator (KPI). They indicate the quality of care your practice provides and what sort of resources you need in reserve to avoid overcrowding. Some legislation even reduces government payouts to hospitals with high readmission rates. Regardless of whether you want to avoid a stiff penalty or just […]

How VR helps with business growth

October 1st, 2016

Most people tend to think that the concept of virtual reality has a place with The Jetsons family, but not so much at the office — think again. Recently, more and more businesses are exploring ways they can mesh virtual reality with daily business operations to possibly help benefit customer service and even employee satisfaction. […]

Updated Office 365 works with guests

September 30th, 2016

The cloud has made it easier for people, businesses, and companies to interact and collaborate. And one of the best productivity tools on the market is Microsoft Office 365, which is making it even simpler to store, organize and share files online. Thanks to its newest update, you can enjoy all these functions when working […]

Apple boosts iPad storage and drops prices

September 29th, 2016

Although no announcements have yet been made, Apple’s flagship tablet is changing. Just like the iPhone, the iPad will get a boost in storage capacity. Up from the previous 16GB, the minimum storage capacity for iPads is now 32GB. Keep reading to find out whether these changes mean it’s time for you to head out […]

New Android tablet on the way from Huawei

September 28th, 2016

Huawei is one of the biggest manufacturers of networking and telecommunications equipment in the world. While Huawei ranks highly among smartphone manufacturers in Asia, it has yet to break into the North American market. In the most recent development, Huawei and Google are planning a partnership that would propel Huawei into the American tablet market. […]

VMware’s Project Goldilocks: what is it?

September 27th, 2016

Almost every day, the virtualization industry takes a giant leap forward. Although this industry has been reserved for only the most technologically advanced of businesses over the years, it’s spreading like wildfire with advances in cloud computing. As engineers create virtual versions of hardware, storage, and even networks, digital architects are coming up with entirely […]

How to customize Windows 10 notifications

September 24th, 2016

Windows 10’s action center has immense potential, but without proper configuration it’s a messy amalgamation of unnecessary notifications and information. That’s not to say the action center is unsalvageable; it just needs to be properly tailored to suit your preferences. In just three quick steps you can limit the scope of your notifications and how […]

9 essential cybersecurity phrases

September 22nd, 2016

As with all technology, trendy phrases come and go with the passing of every IT conference and newly released virus. And when dealing with cybersecurity, keeping up with them all can mean the survival — or demise — of a business. If you’re looking for a list of the industry’s most relevant terms, you’ve come […]

Four tips to help you buy the right hardware

September 21st, 2016

Among all the new-fangled gizmos and whatchamacallits that pop up daily, hard drives remain a vital component for all types of computers. It’s completely normal to get a new one every couple of years, but with the overwhelming amount of choices available, a simple purchase becomes a difficult ordeal. Because we don’t have a tech […]

Engaging on-hold messages via VoIP

September 20th, 2016

A lot goes into upgrading your phone system, and in cases where a traditional PBX system is being replaced by an off-site VoIP solution, there are many details to consider. One aspect often overlooked is the way hold music and messaging are set up; but this is something that needs to be taken quite seriously. […]