MicroTech Systems - December 2020

The Top 4 Things Your MobileWorkforce Needs in 2021

isn’t a cloud option, you will need to assess your situation and find a solution that works best for you. (Note: We can help!) 4. Security: This will always be essential, but you must find systems that work best for you. Firewalls, two-factor authentication, training programs, and many, many other options need to be considered and effectively deployed by businesses — regardless of the business’s format. All businesses are trying to master the balancing act between remote and in-office employees in 2021. For more advice and IT knowledge, check out MicroTech Systems’ blog at MicroTechBoise.com/blog . Give our team a call to learn more about your options for cloud-based servers, security, and application tools.

2. Collaborative Tools: Platforms like Zoom, Slack, Microsoft Teams, and more allow you to engage with your team regardless of where they are, share internal files, and jump on a quick phone or video call. 3. Line of Business Applications: Line of business (LOB) applications support your company’s external needs. These applications are likely used companywide, yet finding the appropriate platforms can be tough. Consider adapting to a cloud-based LOB application, which would allow your team to access it from anywhere. If there

Flexibility has been the biggest lesson of 2020. As businesses adapted to an ever-changing economic landscape, being flexible was the key trait among those most successful. This will continue into the new year as more businesses consider the ways in which they can work from home, move back into the office, or create a hybrid version of these scenarios. Before you commit to one version, your company needs these four IT measures to thrive in a mobile world. 1. File-Sharing: Today, many businesses store their data and files on one digital server. If your workers are at home, these files are currently being accessed through a virtual private network (VPN). This solution is widely accepted in the IT industry, but its scalability is very limited. For businesses with more than 20 employees, the best solution is to adopt a cloud-based system. This is integrated with anti-malware and anti-ransomware devices and provides better syncing and reporting.

Festive Apple Cider If you’re cutting back on calories, skip the eggnog and buttered rum this year and fill up your mug with this delicious mulled cider!

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Ingredients

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2 tsp allspice berries

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1 lemon

1 inch fresh ginger, thinly sliced

1 gallon pure apple cider

2 tbsp honey

1 large orange, thinly sliced crosswise

3 cinnamon sticks

2 tsp whole cloves

Directions

1. Using a paring knife, shave the lemon peel off in curls. Reserve the curls and save the lemon for use in a different recipe. 2. In a large slow cooker, combine the lemon peel with all other ingredients. Cook on low for 3–4 hours. 3. If desired, use a sieve to strain the spices. Serve and enjoy!

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