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Managed servicesWhy your next laptop quote costs more, and what to do this quarter
A worldwide memory chip shortage is pushing up the price of laptops, desktops and servers, and it's expected to get worse through 2027 and 2028. Here's a simple plan to stay ahead of it.
· 4 min read
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What does managed IT support cost in regional Victoria?
Typical pricing for managed IT support in regional Victoria. Per-user ranges, what drives the cost, and what actually changes outside Melbourne, plus a calculator to work out your own.
· 12 min read
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How to choose an IT provider in regional Victoria: eight questions to ask
Choosing an IT provider outside the city comes with extra traps. Here are the eight questions we would ask, the red flags to watch for, and how to compare quotes.
· 5 min read
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Backups vs business continuity: what actually happens on the day everything stops
Having backups is not the same as being able to keep trading. Here is what a bad day really looks like, and the one-page plan that gets you through it.
· 6 min read
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Break/fix vs managed IT: which one is really cheaper?
An honest comparison of break/fix and managed IT for small business: the visible bill, the invisible bill, and a simple way to work out your own answer.
· 5 min read
- Managed services
New year IT health check: a 10-point checklist for small business
A ten-point, plain-English IT checklist for the new year that any business owner can work through, with why each item matters and how to check it.
· 5 min read
- Managed services
What managed IT support actually includes (and what it doesn't)
A plain-English look at what you get with managed IT support, what sits outside it, and the questions worth asking any provider.
· 6 min read
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