Wednesday, January 29, 2020
Change Management Needs Change Management
In this article, Rephael Sweary suggests that companies must combat competing technological giants "by hyperactivating their capability to react to digital change. [This can be] an especially tall ask for organizations rooted in a long history of pre-digital operations." This pattern transcends industry verticals. Where are you in your digital transformation?
5 Roadblocks Holding Back Your Data-Driven Goals?
"Data offers us so many competitive advantages--time savings, customer insights, increased efficiencies. It helps us better target our customers, personalize our marketing efforts and create new products our customers really want."
When companies learn how to fully-utilize data to drive organizational decision-making, that's when the magic happens. In fact, organizations embracing digital transformation generate an average of $100M more income each year.
Let us help you get started.
Machine Learning Is Helping To Stop Security Breaches With Threat Analytics
Machine learning is enabling threat analytics to deliver greater precision regarding the risk context of privileged users' behavior, creating notifications of risky activity in real time, while also being able to actively respond to incidents by cutting off sessions, adding additional monitoring, or flagging for forensic follow-up.
Tuesday, January 28, 2020
The state of security for small and mid-size businesses
Investing in a cybersecurity program is no longer optional, no matter the size of your business. #Microsoft recommends that all businesses be prepared to contend with a security threat, regardless of the size or scope of the company. Check out this infographic to learn more about how you can provide comprehensive security solutions for your company.
Contact our team at Inner-City Cubes to learn more.
View: The state of security for small and mid-size businesses
Wild & Wolf
Watch how one global company removed outdated, legacy systems and truly transformed the way they ran their business with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. Quickly outgrowing their disjointed systems, Wild & Wolf desperately needed a single platform to use across all their businesses.
After implementing Business Central, all of the companies that work with Wild & Wolf were now on one system, in the cloud. According to the company, the ability to "have one version of the truth for all our businesses is massively important for us." Now, Wild & Wolf can envision a future with endless possibilities.
Move and Modernize your Microsoft workloads with Azure
Don't let the cost of moving, planning for migration, support and cloud transformation overwhelm you! We're here to help. Here's a quick overview on the process of modernizing your workload with Azure. Contact us to learn more.
View: Move and Modernize your Microsoft workloads with Azure
Redefine service through Connected Field Service
Dynamics 365 for Field Service enables businesses to move from reactive to proactive field service by bringing together IoT and AI with Field Service. It leverages advanced analytics, machine learning and the Internet of Things to move organizations from a costly break-fix model to a never-fail service model.
Redefine service with Dynamics 365 and enhance your customers' experiences. Contact us today to get started!
GDPR is here -- are you ready?
With data being the center of everything in the modern digital era, data privacy and security have become a major business and social issue. To address the issues, GDPR has come into effect to require organizations all over the world to make significant changes in how they manage and protect personal data. Download and customize this infographic to give your target audience a view of what GDPR means to organizations, what the regulations include and how Microsoft solutions enable organizations to stay in compliance.
Monday, January 27, 2020
Safeguard company data across apps and devices with Microsoft 365
Safeguard company data across apps and devices with Microsoft 365
View: Safeguard company data across apps and devices with Microsoft 365
Small Job Business Satisfaction: SMB Employees Want This...
In today's dynamic workplace, many SMB employees are dissatisfied with their work environment, largely due to inadequate technology. This finding, as revealed in a Lenovo global study on workplace satisfaction, indicates that technology provisioning could be the root of the problem.
Employees expect to have access to the technology and tools that enable a mobile workforce, flexible working, and access to the cloud. And unfortunately, small to medium sized businesses are having a hard time keeping up. Share this insightful article from ChannelE2E on your social media accounts to attract new followers and encourage engagement.
Wednesday, January 22, 2020
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Tuesday, January 21, 2020
How Confident Is Your Business In Recovering From A Breach?
Did you know that 90% of small businesses ignore data protection? Does this shock you as much as it shocks us? But implementing a proper security system is easier than you think. Check out this article to learn more about how you can build a strong defense against cyberattacks. And contact our team to help you level up your cyberattack defense.
How Airbus is transforming aerospace with Microsoft Azure Stack
Discover how Airbus took its Defense and Space program on a digital transformation journey to fine-tune the design, build and operation of complex products. Learn why Microsoft Azure Stack is critical to program success--not only for the ways it optimizes new digital technologies, but also for how it drives a significant change management process across the organization. By leveraging the hybrid cloud to enable transformative services from IoT to machine learning and big data, Azure Stack helps Airbus create applications quickly without having to focus on the underlying layers of the cloud platform stack.
Opportunity Heats Up as Honeywell Connects with Homeowners
Honeywell has always been known for making "things." Thanks to the power of data and Dynamics 365, it now makes connected things -- leveraging the Internet of Things (IoT) to drive innovation and deliver more value to customers.
"Honeywell has always made great products," says Scott Harkins, Vice President of Honeywell's IoT Partner Programs, Connected Homes. "Now we make great products that are connected. And this connectivity unlocks a whole new relationship with our consumers. For the first time, we're learning from massive numbers of consumers how they use our products and what's of interest to them. And we can inform them when we add new features."
How can you harness the full power of data? With Dynamics 365, you can deliver predictive and proactive service that improve customer experiences and empower employees. Inner-City Cubes can help. Contact us today to get started.
Discover and protect sensitive data with Windows Defender ATP and Microsoft Information Protection
Get a high-level understanding of how Windows Defender ATP helps discover, protect and monitor sensitive data on Windows Devices -- an integration that's enabled with just a few simple clicks!
Business Central TCO Overview
Cloud and on-premise ERP solutions might look identical at the surface, but not all costs are obvious. Have you considered the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) of your current ERP solution and what your ERP might look like in the cloud?
This TCO estimate explains the six cost areas every company should know when visualizing a transition to the cloud—including software, training, hardware, personnel, and more. By carefully evaluating these cost areas, you'll understand the savings inherent in a cloud ERP system.
Monday, January 20, 2020
Customer story: Landgren
Swedish real estate company Landgren has made a name for itself by being ahead of the technological curve and prioritizing innovation. So far, Landgren has capitalized on standing out from the crowd, but here's the catch: The company has no IT department. Using security solutions from Microsoft 365 allows Landgren to comply with strict European data privacy standards, ensuring that the company is protected against data loss and cyberattacks.
Wednesday, January 15, 2020
Is Your Computer Being Held Hostage? What to Do.
Ransomware attacks happen more than you think. Back up data; keep security up to date and take on those hackers! These are just a few of the tips you'll get when you read this blog by security, privacy and identify theft expert, Robert Siciliano. Advanced threat protection is important, too.
Tuesday, January 14, 2020
Is Your Email System as Advanced as its Attackers?
New exploits come out faster all the time. Office 365 Advanced Threat Protection helps organizations stay ahead. Download and customize this infographic with your company logo. Then share it with customers and prospects to emphasize the costs and risks of cybercrime and the three ways Office 365 Advanced Threat Protection defends against unknown threats before data is compromised.
Risk by the numbers: 15 cybersecurity stats that matter most to your business
77% of businesses report that they would benefit from knowing more about cybersecurity best practices. Check out these cybersecurity stats from Microsoft for more. And contact us to determine the best course of action to protect your business and your customers' sensitive data.
View: Risk by the numbers: 15 cybersecurity stats that matter most to your business
ROI Case Study: Kelly Roofing Case Study
This case study demonstrates an excellent example of a real-world implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. In it, Nucleus Research describes the key business benefits to Kelly Roofing and breaks down how they achieved a 508% return on investment (ROI).
Kelly Roofing notes these positive outcomes.
- Reduction in costs
- More efficient use of resources
- Increased productivity from automation
- Reduction of working capital
Page 6 comprises a detailed financial analysis that can be leveraged as a model for customer decision making.
Steve Gleason on technology and making ideas come to life
Companies that have adopted the cloud to drive business growth move faster, deliver more value and our able to address change more effectively than those constrained by rigid policies and processes. They use the flexibility of the cloud to their advantage, constantly finding new ways to scale nearly infinitely and gain deeper insights into customers that other companies only dream about. That's why it's imperative to make the most of big data, the cloud and intelligence capabilities.
Microsoft has the assets to deliver on the promise of a consistent experience. With Azure and SQL Server, customers get the most consistent experience from on-premises to cloud. Contact us to find out more.
thyssenkrupp transforms its home mobility solutions business with Microsoft HoloLens
With its customized stair lifts, thyssenkrupp has long helped people with physical limitations live comfortably and independently in their homes. Before Microsoft HoloLens, the process of selling, designing, building and installing lifts was time-consuming -- involving a laborious system of labels, cameras and manual data entry.
With Microsoft HoloLens, thyssenkrupp has revolutionized its home mobility solutions with processes that are faster, easier and more helpful for customers. Watch this video to discover how.
Monday, January 13, 2020
Protect against cybersecurity threats with Microsoft 365
We get it. You're busy. You need to focus on your business and don't have time to be hindered by cybersecurity threats.
Lucky for you, Microsoft 365 Business provides robust security solutions with comprehensive external threat protection and internal data leak prevention. With our Microsoft 365 Business solutions, you can make sure that nothing stands in the way of your company's safety.
Check out this infographic for a quick view of industry trends, pain points, proof points, and more on why you should upgrade to Microsoft 365 Business.
View: Protect against cybersecurity threats with Microsoft 365
4 Ways the Business World is Going to Change in 2020
When the world is changing at breakneck speed, innovation becomes an organization's most important weapon. History offers a few key lessons about how to wield that weapon in the future.
The article underscores that the process of innovation itself is morphing into 'outside-in' models in addition to other important trends. Share this forward-thinking article from Inc. on your social media accounts to attract new followers.
Wednesday, January 8, 2020
Bill Gates Says These Tech Innovations Will Change the World
The quality of life for many people today is much better than it was 20 years ago. Bill Gates is bullish on tech that focuses on improving happiness and living conditions around the world. He believes that focusing on improved well-being in the next 20 years can fight back disease and other world problems.
Cybersecurity: A Small Business Guide
You already know that small businesses are particularly vulnerable to cyberattacks, but what can you do about it? How familiar are you with the common security pitfalls for small businesses, and do you know how to avoid them? Check out this article for an overview of the most common types of cyberattacks. It also details cybersecurity best practices targeted at protecting small businesses against data breaches.
And if you need help protecting your business and customers, we're here for you
The Business Owner's Guide for Replacing Accounting Software
Replacing older accounting software can be easier and more affordable that many people think. The purpose of this guide is to help prospective customers understand the benefits of a modern technology platform, the advantages of a cloud-based solution, and how to evaluate the options.
View: The Business Owner's Guide for Replacing Accounting Software
Tuesday, January 7, 2020
Why The Sales-Marketing Divide Is Disappearing
We've talked a lot about the importance of aligning marketing and sales. Shared data and goals lead to better lead generation and conversion, benefitting everyone. But we also understand that synchronizing these two departments is easier said than done. Using compatible tools like Dynamics 365 for both marketing and sales is a great first step. Check out this article for ideas on how to form a lasting relationship between these two essential functions. And contact us today to learn more.
The NQCranes Story—Game Changing Microsoft Cloud ERP
Stephen Goodson, IT manager at NQCranes, worked with his Microsoft partner to envision and create an ideal tomorrow for his company—a future that successfully connected their 60 technicians to their more than 15,000 pieces of equipment. After trying several different applications, Microsoft 365 Business Central was the only whole platform that could be fully integrated to meet their needs.
After choosing Microsoft 365 Business Central, the comprehensive, cloud ERP platform for mid-sized enterprises, the entire company was able to access data quickly, eliminate many manual processes, and improve visibility across all reporting.
Customer story: Steve Gleason
Communication and connection are key to quality of life.
Steve Gleason, the famed NFL safety, demonstrates this daily. He has ALS and is no longer able to speak. He uses Microsoft technology and advanced eye tracking software to communicate with his family and the world.
Your business can use technology to digitally transform. Contact us to learn how you can connect people, data, and processes in the cloud to achieve more.
Customer story: Mikaila Ulmer me and the bees
Check out the sweetest story we've heard all day!
Mikaila Ulmer opened a single lemonade stand, serving her great-grandmother's delicious lemonade and helping to save the bees at the same time. Over the years, her business has grown in popularity and size, and Mikaila has become an icon of young entrepreneurial spirit. Check out the whole story here, and contact us to learn how, with the right tools and applications in hand, anything is possible.
Quiz: How Secure Are You
Take this 10-question quiz to find out if your company is safe and secure or at risk to become a cybercrime victim.
Monday, January 6, 2020
5 Signs a Company has Outgrown its Accounting Solution
This infographic highlights five tell-tale signs that demonstrate when a business has outgrown its accounting software. For example, siloed systems, complicated reporting, and duplicate entries are just a few of the symptoms to watch out for. What's more, learn how to grow beyond the limits of accounting software and how to start a free trial!
Read about these signs, and more:
- Siloed and disconnected systems.
- Complicated reporting
- Duplicate entries and errors
- Utilization of spreadsheets for accounting
- Lack of audit trails
View: 5 Signs a Company has Outgrown its Accounting Solution
Customer story: Meals on Wheels
For the Meals on Wheels organization in Greenville County, South Carolina, serving and improving the lives of community members is a daily practice. As the nonprofit company grew, so did the need for their services in their community.
Leaders at Meals on Wheels knew they needed a comprehensive technology solution that would protect the data of the people they served. And, as more employees were onboarded and as employees began to increasingly work outside the office, team members needed a way to connect and share ideas from any location. With help from security and productivity tools from Microsoft 365 Business, Meals on Wheels completely transformed company technology solutions. And once employees were given better ways to collaborate, the organization's outreach in the community soared.
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