March 2019 | www.theiteam.ca
Here's What's Happening at The ITeam
 
Managed IT Services is the practice of outsourcing certain processes and functions on a proactive basis with the intention of improving operations and cutting expenses. Adopting Managed Services into your business strategy - whether as a complete IT solution, to supplement your existing IT department, or to simply provide a procurement service - is an efficient way to stay up-to-date on technology, attain access to skills not available in-house, and/or address issues related to cost, quality of service and risk. In addition to these there are many other advantages such as access to 24x7 support services, faster resolution of issues and peace of mind knowing that your business’ IT needs are being taken care of.

Due in part to the increasing adoption of cloud services, the Managed Services market is on a rapid upward growth trajectory. This is particularly evident in small and medium-sized businesses where the use of the cloud has resulted in an increased dependency on information technology. In short, more companies are using Managed Service Providers (MSPs) to outsource or supplement the management of their IT infrastructure and stay ahead of the technology curve.

If you’re curious about how Managed IT Services can help you grow your business then this month’s newsletter is for you! Whether you are already partnered with The ITeam, have your own in-house IT Department, or currently considering a new or change in MSP, our team of Account Managers and Technical Experts are happy to answer any of your questions.
The ITeam Named One of Canada's 50 Best Managed IT Companies
by James Wagner

Calgary-based managed services company, The ITeam, named one of Canada's 50 Best Managed IT Companies

Calgary, Alberta – February 2019 – We are pleased to announce that The ITeam Ltd. has been recognized as one of the Top 50 Best Managed IT Companies in Canada by TechnoPlanet, who hosted black-tie gala at the Old Mill in Toronto to celebrate the winners.
 
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3 Security Advantages of Managed IT Services

Managed IT services, or outsourced remote network management, can help your business in many ways. It's a cost effective way of having your IT infrastructure monitored and maintained by experts instead of hiring an IT director. Or, it can free up your IT director and IT staff to work on more important projects than daily maintenance. But other than productivity and peace of mind, what are the security benefits of managed IT services?

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5 steps to maximize resources with IT services
used with permission from Tektonika (HP)
by Joe Hewitson

Of all the professions in this world, you'd be hard-pressed to find one with a more pervasive DIY spirit than IT. From cobbling together your first network of 300+ machines to tapping into your first private cloud deployment, there's a unique satisfaction brought about when you build it yourself.

That said, IT outsourcing services shouldn't be a taboo topic, especially when your IT resources need to be smartly allocated. There are some things you simply won't be able to tackle effectively and efficiently. Fortunately, others can, which can help you make the most of your resources.

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