Figuring Out Your Role as an IT Consultant by Joshua Feinberg
A customer typically hires you as an IT consultant in order to reach a goal he has set, and your main function is to advise him on how to meet this goal. Although there is more of a trend towards hiring an IT consultant to simply advise, sometimes you may want to carry out a planned project... Copyright MMI-MMVII, Small Business Computer Consulting .com. ... Advisory and Action Sometimes as an IT consultant you will be asked to be both an advisor and the person that carries out the plan you determine.

Production Planning and Scheduling Software - ASAP is Not a Delivery Date by Kevin Smith
We have a lot of funny ways to describe when jobs must be delivered. Hot jobs, very hot, rush jobs, priority, top priority, must haves. Some delivery dates look like “Oct 22 must have”. The most popular term however must be ASAP. How vague is that? It looks like you might be doing the right... However the business case is always based on an overall view of the enterprise and if communication between departments or computer systems is not working effectively then the business case just will not stack up.

IT Audits: Capitalizing on Current Events by Joshua Feinberg
Worms and viruses are actually a good thing for your marketing. When they are mentioned in the news, there’s an excellent chance that the small businesses that you’re targeting are feeling the pain and feeling the pinch. There’s nothing like a massive blackout to raise tremendous awareness! ... Marketing Plan for IT Audits Put together some kind of fixed price IT audits package that you can deliver. ... Copyright MMI-MMVI, Computer Consultants Secrets. ... The Bottom Line about IT audits Those are big opportunities to identify some of the weaknesses and obviously the end result of IT...

How To Select The Best Business Laptops by Tim Childree
The corporate life is hectic, so it is important to have a fast, reliable, lightweight notebook that can maximize your daily output by keeping your projects organized and your workflow streamlined. One of the first things you need to look for in a business laptop is wireless connectivity. ... From planning your appointments and schedules to writing reports, sending email, and staying up-to-date with all of the latest business news and headlines, a business laptop is the only device that can effectively handle all of your work-related duties in one convenient, easy-to-use system.

Buying a New Laptop: Things to Consider by Jeremy Maddock
The benefits of laptop computers are immense. They are stylish, portable, business-friendly, and a good one can now do almost anything a desktop can do. How different laptop models compare, however, is something that you should explore before buying the first one you see. ... If you plan to use your computer for entertainment purposes, an integrated DVD player, coupled with a relatively large screen resolution is nice to have. ... As a rule, it is a good idea to find a machine that has at least two USB ports, as well as a FireWire connection if you plan to make use of high-speed...

Plan B: Why You Should Always Have a Computer Backup Plan by Shannon Baker
There is an old saying, “If it ain’t broke don’t fix it”, many people subscribe to this philosophy with their computers. If they can turn their computer on and access their email or play a game, then preparing for an eventual disaster is usually the last thing on their minds. ... If you use your computer for business or store important files like family pictures or tax records, it is imperative that you formulate a plan to backup your computer on a regular basis. ... So how do you go about setting up and following a proper computer backup plan?

How to Make Sure to Save Money and Headaches on Your Next Used Laptop Purchase by Jesse Harwell
Anyone who is in the retail sector of the computer business will recognize the following dilemna. Before buying, the consumer desires to know everything about the technical aspects of the laptops, rather than the practical aspects. It seems the customer will try and find out all of the technical... You do not need to be a computer geek to save a bundle. ... Plan on going online? ... 6) Do you plan on using Wi-Fi? ... How many CD’s do you plan on putting in the laptop? ... 8) How long does the battery have to work for?

Customer Service Software by Christopher J Enders
Customer service software applications and customer service solutions range from simple to complex. Some businesses have a greater need for customer service software than others; however, if you serve customers through your internet business some type of customer service solution or... When selecting any software solutions for your new internet business, even customer service software, you should consider your future needs and plan ahead to ensure the software you purchase today will meet the needs of your business in the future in terms of functionality and...

Huntsville, AL Offers Municipal WiFi Offering That Makes Sense by Kurt Uhlir
For the past several years, municipalities across the country have talked about and even begun implementing free WiFi offering. Many critics of these plans have claimed that cities have no business offering free high-speed wireless access as it competes with local telephone companies, cable... There is a noticeable benefit to tourism, especially business travel, when advertised, but most municipalities have only proposed these all encompassing wireless offerings. ... This three hour free offering will serve the need of most business and personal travelers and are projected to be a great...

Average Indian Person Just Gets A Copy Of Pirated Windows Instead Of A Free And Legal Copy Of Linux by J. Watananbe
I came to India last December, and I have been in India for the last two and a half months or so. Before I came to India, I was expecting that there are a fair number of Linux users in India, but that is not the case at all. It seems that the average Indian person just gets a copy of pirated... Business environment in India is different enough and there is no need to add more complexity in their business operations. ... Since most, if not, all computer shops around India have copies of pirated Windows and they just install Windows free of charge, there is no extra cost to get a copy of...