2. TECHNOLOGY AND
YOUR BUSINESS
It’s like a puzzle, that’s confusing at first. But when done
correctly all the pieces fit together well and the whole
looks great
7. Network
Network speed
Network security
Wireless vs Wired
Broadband
Connectivity
S P E E D Matters
8. Printers
Speed
Noise level
Color vs Black and
White
Multi Function Printer
(MPF)
Laser vs Inkjet
Mobile compatible
Apps
What are the overall
features you need for
your business?
9. Storage
Network Attached Storage
Directly accessible on the network
Direct attached storage
Attached to a computer
10. Telephone Systems
Managed vs On Premise
VOIP
Desk telephones vs Cell Phones
11. Server
On premise server
(Linux, Windows
Server)
Online File Storage
(Box.net, Dropbox,
Egnyte) vs Server
File Storage
File server vs
Application server
12. Accessories
Scanner
Mouse
Video camera
Keyboard
15. What Is Online Software?
No software installed on a computer
All software is accessed on a remote server
16. What are the benefits of online
software
Easier and faster upgrades
Quickly scale
Fast implementation – only a browser
Data is backed up and secure
More productivity
Save money
Less hassle
Others manage the tech stuff. You run your
business
18. Integration of cloud services
One cloud service can speak to another
through API’s
Easier to transfer data – less data entry
19. How to choose the right vendor
Track record of success
Years in business
Who uses them
What are their security systems
How fast can you access your data
Is your data hostage
20. Software
Task Management (ASANA)
Video Conference (Zoom.Us)
Web Building (vFlyer, Word Press)
CRM (Infusionsoft, Batch Book, Zoho,
Campaigner CRM, Nimble, SalesForce,
HighRise)
21. Software
Web Browser (Google Chrome, Internet
Explorer, Mozilla, Firefox)
Accounting (Quick Books, Xero, Wave
Accounting, Outright, Freshbooks, Sage
Peachtree)
Office Suites (Microsoft Office 365, Google
Apps)
22. Software
Your phone system (Ring Central, Grasshopper,
Verizon)
Your office suite (Microsoft Office 365, Google
Apps, Zoho)
Your file sharing (Dropbox, SugarSync, Mozy,
Egnyte)
Your finances (Quickbooks Online, Outright,
Freshbooks)
Your CRM & Contact Management (Infusionsoft,
SalesLogix, ACT!)
Your Security (Symantec, Carbonite, others)
Bonus: Sound Cloud