Tech Tips: 6 Critical Mistakes Your Small Business Could Be Making

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FRESNO, California – Cody Sarhan, Communications Specialist

Time is money — it might as well be written into our constitution at this point. And as a small business owner, there is no more valuable resource than time. To maximize your productivity without losing precious time, it’s essential to recognize when to outsource services to the experts, and in 2024, no service is more important than IT.

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Running a small business in California can feel like a juggling act. You’re constantly balancing client needs, managing inventory, and navigating the many regulations that come with operating in the Golden State. And then there’s IT.  Just when you think you’ve got a handle on it, a server crashes, or your company accounts have been breached.

What Does It Mean, to Outsource IT?

Outsourcing IT isn’t just for big corporations anymore. Small businesses have just as much to gain, if not more. Think of it like hiring an expert to handle your taxes. Sure, you could manage them yourself, but wouldn’t you rather have someone who does it for a living?

With Xobee, you get an affordable team of specialists who know exactly how to keep your tech running smoothly, without the overhead of hiring an in-house IT department. This means fewer surprises, more predictable costs, and a lot less stress. Plus, we can scale with you, so whether you’re running a lean team of five or growing to fifty, you’ll always have the support you need.

No need to hire more people, or stretch your in-house IT too thin. Not only does it free you up to focus on your business, but your business stays protected by the people whose business it is to protect you.

The 6 Areas Your Small Business Could Improve

Did you know that 60% of small businesses that suffer a significant data loss close their doors within six months? Your business doesn’t have to be one of them.

Outsourcing your IT to a Managed Service Provider is like having a full-time tech team without the full-time expense. Xobee Networks is here to offer a comprehensive suite of services, from IT consulting to cloud hosting solutions, backup redundancies, and disaster recovery. Our cybersecurity services include everything from virus protection to spam filtering, giving you peace of mind that your business is always secure.

► Here are the 6 critical areas you could better your business, by improving your IT at an affordable and predictable monthly rate. 

 

With Xobee Networks by your side, you can focus on growing your business while we handle the tech. Ready to streamline your IT and save money? Contact us today to learn how we can help you stay ahead of the curve and keep your business running smoothly.

Xobee Networks now has engineers servicing clients within Fresno, Clovis, Madera, San Jose, Sacramento, San Francisco & the Bay Area, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Las Vegas, Bakersfield, San Diego, San Luis Obispo, Anaheim, Palm Springs, and more.

Cody Sarhan | Communications Specialist, Xobee Networks

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