“Do It Yourself” IT: Don’t Do It!

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• January 25, 2019
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It’s always unexpected when computer systems crash. The first reaction is to try to fix it yourself. Even if you’re somewhat knowledgeable, technology changes so quickly. Ask yourself these questions:

• Have you updated your software and hardware recently?
• When was the last time you backed up your data?
• You may have some general knowledge, but do you have current, specialized knowledge to maintain or fix your IT system?
• How much network downtime are you willing to accrue while you try to figure out how to fix your computer problem?
• Are you prepared to pay a costly hourly amount to a technician for an emergency repair after you try to fix your IT issue yourself?

“Do it yourself” repairs are usually triggered by crisis, instead of strategically planned. You probably think or say that you’re doing regular maintenance and updates, but your actual job is most likely distracting you from keeping a schedule and causing unintentional complacency.

Business owners rightfully like to have a sense of control, and they have to give some of that up to hire a company for Managed IT Services. But you could also lose total control if you can’t fix the issue yourself.

• Hiring a company to manage your IT network is an expense that can be budgeted for.
• Your time is valuable. Having a service means someone else’s time goes in to fixing any problems
• Working regularly with an IT support team assures that they know you, your business, and what you expect from your network.

Prepare now by finding the right company to manage your network now, so you’re prepared when something goes wrong.