Blog

Informational and Networking Resources to Advance Your Mission There are numerous excellent resources for nonprofit organizations available. They cover a variety of topics, useful for both new and growing organizations. You’ll find a wealth of information on everything from maintaining your tax exempt status to establishing long-term connections with fellow nonprofits. Essential Resources for...

Maximize Your Budget and Sharpen Your Strategies by Outsourcing IT Competition for funding has become tighter in recent years. Because of this, it's more crucial than ever for nonprofits to budget strategically. Many grants for nonprofits emphasize bringing in more money. A smart nonprofit will also incorporate strategies to optimize existing and future funding. There are numerous IT solutions...

To All Customers, The National Weather Service has issued a blizzard warning for New York City and much of the of the tristate ahead of a crippling nor'easter expected to bury the region in at least a foot of snow over a dangerously cold, windy 24-hour period. The storm is expected to start Monday overnight into Tuesday and last all day. 12 to 18 inches of snow are expected to fall on the city...

In Information Technology, Design has Become Essential Design has always been a critical element of architectural and industrial systems. Now information technology experts are finding that it gives their enterprises an edge, as well. Thanks to the availability of cloud computing and other advances, having functional software and robust hardware isn't enough. Tech users and consumers expect...

On February 14th, 2017, Computer Resources of America, CRA was once again recognized as an Elite 150 Company by the Channel Company’s 2017 Managed Service Provider (MSP) 500 list for the third consecutive year. According to the CRN website, this list recognizes particular companies in both the United States and Canada who implement an innovative and pioneering approach to delivering managed...

Crafting a Plan for Technology Will Put You on the Path to Success A technology roadmap is a plan that defines your technology needs in the context of your organization's mission. By matching your goals to specific technologies, you can immediately increase your efficiency. In looking ahead, you can also anticipate your future needs to form a highly effective strategy for success. How Technology...

From Collaboration to Cost Efficiency, Cloud Computing Gives Architects an Advantage Businesses of all kinds are moving their hardware and network resources to the cloud. Cloud computing technology shifts the burden of hosting and maintaining these resources to the cloud service provider. This allows businesses to focus on delivering their products and services, with many added benefits. Cost...

Using the Cloud To Your Advantage Cloud computing technology moves your server hardware footprint away from your place of business and consolidates it in a datacenter. Access to the hardware and network resources such as file shares is through the Internet. It is quickly becoming a popular trend in large and small businesses alike because it offers significant cost savings and ensures business...

To All Customers, Winter Storm Niko will likely bring heavy snow to a sizable swath of the Interstate 95 Northeast corridor Wednesday night through Thursday evening. Some areas could experience upwards of a half-foot or more of snowfall in a short amount of time. This storm has the potential to cause disruptions for your business. We are monitoring the storm’s progress as it makes its way up to...

The Financial Benefits of Outsourcing IT Services for Businesses Big and Small Outsourcing IT services may seem counterintuitive from a budgetary standpoint, but savvy CFOs are realizing the benefits of this strategy. Managed IT services can significantly reduce costs to businesses while giving them a competitive edge. Financial and Competitive Advantages of Using a Managed IT Service Provider ...

Why Managed IT Makes Sense In Today’s Business Climate Adoption of managed IT serviceshas been slow but is picking up as more businesses understand what it is and how it can help. CEO’s in the know are finding that it is a cost-effective solution and a strategy for building a better, more cohesive, business. Let’s look what managed IT services is and three lesser known aspects of managed IT...

Soft cost savings, ease of use, accessibility, security, and productivity In the world of high finance there is rarely a break in action. Safe, fiscally sound options for access are required to ensure that work can be done as quickly and efficiently as possible. Many firms, however, are intent to live and die by the spreadsheet attachment. With advancements in technology like Virtual Desktop...