What does Glen Tupling do?
- 1. Nerds on Site presented by: ~ Glen Tupling Nerds On Site
- 2. Today Let’stalk about 3 things Background on what I do The 3 major technology risks for small business Benefits of having a technology partner
- 3. Where did it start? Three techs from Future Shop… Saw a need… Future Shop did not… Nerds on Site was born! 3
- 4. Started in London, Ontario, 1995 In 2012 Nerds on Site is in 9 countries around the world We are partnered with over 20 world class technology companies. We have an entire division dedicated to creating custom business applications. (TWS) 4
- 5. What we do Take care of your nerdy needs Analyze your needs Bring you up to industry standard specs We are there for you
- 6. Major risks for small business Backups Viruses Spyware
- 7. Backups 80% of all businesses who lose their data close their doors within 12 months Why do you need backups? What kind of backup? – Simple – Automatic – Backup to your backup – Encrypted
- 8. Viruses How do you get a virus? – No virus protection – Inadequate protection – Email from someone you know – Peer to peer sharing sites, music? What do you need from good anti-virus software?
- 9. Spyware/Malware Half the time you won’t know What does spyware do? Scams Some good antispyware solutions?
- 10. Benefits of having a Technology Partner Reduced stress Preventive maintenance to reduce surprises Reduced downtime (saving money) Your data will be protected Proactive maintenance 15 minute call back 10
- 11. What to Look For in a Technology Partner Regular visits for the little things Help with technology planning Either one local person (nerd) or as many as you need to get the job done The kind of service you need… from emergencies to ongoing maintenance (like having insurance for your computer) 11
- 12. Glen Tupling 15 years Experience Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer Windows Security Certified A+ Certified SBS 2011 Certified Georgian College Graduate, Deans Honour Role and Georgian Scholar 12
- 13. presented by: ~ Glen Tupling Nerds On Site
Editor's Notes
- #5: We think so!