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January 3, 2021

Is app development worth the investment?

Is app development worth the investment?

The purpose of a mobile app is to ensure your products or services are accessible anywhere at any time. A mobile app is an additional avenue to gain traffic. Therefore, it can be classified as a marketing tool. A large percent of brand awareness and sales come from a mobile presence. Allowing accessibility through a mobile device guarantees relevancy within your market. More and more, we see an increasing trend in mobile device use. Stay current with your target audience by adding a mobile app to your arsenal of marketing strategies.

Deciphering whether app development is worth the investment, it essential to understand the benefits of a mobile app.

 

Communication with your target audience

Communicating with your target audience through a mobile app ensures an increase in customer loyalty. Customer loyalty is obtained through having a mobile presence that adds value, convenience, and consistent push through notifications to maintain a connection and customer engagement. Promotional offers, personalized offers, or news updates keep customers informed and encourages their return.

Consumer data can be obtained through a mobile app. Understanding the demographics, locations, and consumer behavior allows you to target your customers searching for your product or service. When you know where your audience is spending most of their time and understand their key interests, you can adjust your marketing tactics accordingly.

 

Remain relevant

Today, many businesses have a mobile app, and there is a high probability that your competitors have already acquired one. Your business must provide a robust mobile or online presence. The more present you are, the better chance your business remains visible. Consumers are continually looking for a way to connect with the brand that they admire. To stay relevant, you need to bring value to your users and maintain this connection. With technology at the fingertips of everyone, both young and old, a mobile app is the solution.

 

Brand visibility

Promoting your brand requires exposure. The more visible you are, the more the consumer can trust you, increasing their interest in purchasing from your company. Letting the consumer know about upcoming promotions, sales, product or service launches, or new features is an excellent way to engage your target market. It is crucial to keep customers coming back by staying on their radar. A mobile app is the best way to increase brand awareness.

 

Increase in profit

A mobile app can encourage direct sales. It is becoming more apparent that consumers are continually looking for different ways to enhance their daily tasks. It is an online world; online shopping and research on product knowledge has significantly increased, making profit margins grow rapidly and continuously. It is inevitable, consumer demand will increase with a mobile presence. When a large portion of your business relies on selling or purchasing products or services, you require an accessible way to allow these transactions to happen.

App development is worth the investment. After evaluating the benefits of having a mobile app for your business, it is in your best interest to seek out an app developer if these points speak to you. At Priority Networks, our professional developers will help you achieve optimal brand awareness, increase profit, gain customer loyalty, and much more with an exquisite mobile app.

Massimo DeRocchis
January 3, 2021
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December 20, 2020

The 101 of web development

The 101 of web development

“A successful website does three things:

It attracts the right kinds of visitors.

Guides them to the main services or product you offer.

Collect Contact details for future ongoing relation.”

― Mohamed Saad

 

Web development is not as complicated as one may think. The fundamentals of web development can be broken down into smaller components to understand what it entails fully. Small or large businesses require web development. It is essential to know the basics so that you are fully equipped when faced with professional web developers planning your website’s build. We will be covering the 101 of web development. 

 

What is web development?

Web development refers to the build and maintenance of a website using coding and programming. The sole focus is the website function, with the omission of the design aspect. Web development includes the creation of plain text pages and complex web-based applications, which refers to how much interaction a user has with the website. 

 

The two sides of web development

 

There are two main sides of web development, front-end, and back-end.  

One does not function without the other. To improve the functionality of a website front-end and back-end need to communicate seamlessly. 

 

Front-end 

Also known as client-side, refers to what the user will visually experience and interact with on the website’s front end or browser screen. When a website or application is opened, a user will interact with the layout, content, design, and performance. The front-end includes text, images, tabs or button functions, and a navigation menu. The webpage must respond and perform to enhance user activity. 

 

Back-end

Back-end refers to the server-side of the website where the user cannot visually experience, however, can indirectly interact with. The front-end portion relies on the back end to work optimally. As it stores and organizes data, the back-end manages the website’s hosting services and applications as well. The back-end is the reason the front end exists and functions. 

 

The importance of web development

Now that web development’s fundamentals are understood, we can look at the importance of web development and how it can benefit your business. Web development is a significant part of the success of your business. The success of your business depends on promotion. Whether you have a product or service to offer, you need brand awareness. An outdated website will drive traffic away and discredit your brand. To impact a competitive world, you need to enhance the appeal of what you are offering. Web development is also essential to connect with your clientele. Why is this important? A relationship built with your customers solidifies trust, relatability, and credibility: the result, a happy and returning customer or client. 

 

When planning to develop a website, it is in your best interest to seek advice from a web developer. A web developer has a full range of qualifications to ensure your website runs efficiently. There are front-end developers, back-end developers, and full-stack developers. They all aspire to build and maintain your website.

 

Need more information? Contact us at Priority Networks and find all your web development needs in one place.

Massimo DeRocchis
December 20, 2020
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Why SEO still matters in 2020

Why SEO still matters in 2020

Priority Networks Inc. (www.PriorityNetworks.ca), a Toronto-based computer network company that offers customized search engine optimization and is weighing in on the relevance of SEO in 2020. The article written by Alex Valencia shares how SEO still matters in 2020 and how even though algorithms change frequently, there is still a strong place for search engine optimization. (Source: Why SEO still matters in 2020, Forbs site, by Alex Valencia, March 10, 2020; https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesagencycouncil/2020/03/10/why-seo-still-matters-in-2020/?sh=24d814e134b1.)

 

Alex Valencia shares that with countless marketing strategies existing in today’s world, it may be challenging to determine whether SEO or SEM is still a relevant strategy. Although methods are changing and updating, SEO holds its value. Alex highlights an example, Googles 2019 BERT update purposed that companies should provide content based on search intent instead of keywords. Massimo from Priority Network agrees, “change is inevitable. The decision to keep up with the changes is a choice. Companies should understand SEO will always trump traditional marketing strategies. It is essential to be open-minded and be comfortable with change as Google is forever evolving.”

 

Alex Valencia states for locally focused businesses, search engine optimization, is crucial. Local SEO encourages potential customers, clients, business associates in your surrounding area to choose your establishment over your competitors. Massimo agrees, “as the article states, Google tailors search results according to location. When executed correctly, SEO will support your web traffic, therefore allowing your company to take the lead in your respected industry. Consumers are researching with intention, and your potential customers/clients intend to find you.”  

                        

SEO maintains relevance in 2020 through users searching with intent instead of overusing keywords within pieces of content. Searching with intent proves which content is most valuable and will sustain the users’ attention, leading them to a significant role within the buying cycle. Massimo from Priority Networks expresses, “in my opinion, keywords are essential. Incorporating certain words or phrases will definitely assist with ranking. The focus has now shifted to incorporating engaging content that is suited or customized towards a user search now adds to your ranking as well. Search engine optimization is not one sided. It must incorporate multiple aspects such as location, engaging and valuable content, backlinks, media images, and so much more, in order to surpass the competitors and create organic searches.”

 

Alex Valencia shares the benefit of using a multiple channel approach to marketing. No matter how many times Google changes its algorithms or how many times SEO methods evolve, search engine optimization is tried and true. It continues to hold its reputation as the most effective marketing strategy. Massimo explains, “SEO does not replace other advertising methods. However, it is cost-effective. It strengthens credibility, and rankings increase with organic searches, therefore pushing your competitors out of the spotlight.”

 

Paid advertisements, email spam, and cold calling deter your audience, encouraging them to search elsewhere or lean toward your competitor. Search engine optimization enhances a search where the audience is already looking for the brand, product, or service. Alex explains SEO is a form of inbound marketing; other traditional pushy sales tactics discourage most consumers. SEO still matters in 2020 due to its ability to generate traffic leads, naturally. Massimo agrees, “pushy sales tactics will discourage anyone. SEO continues to serve as a reliable marketing strategy, enhancing brand awareness and establishing a relationship with your audience in 2020 and for years to come.”

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December 15, 2020
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December 13, 2020

What is an On-Page for SEO

What is an On-Page for SEO

On-page SEO is essentially optimizing an individual web page. The primary goal is to make the website user friendly and useful to the user. This will result in improved rankings and drive traffic for brand visibility, occurring on any search engine. There are many influential components of on-page SEO. Therefore, it is essential to outshine your competitors and bring on-page SEO to the next level.  Once the on-page components are understood, you can use each one to your advantage. Any text/content, image, or video contribute to your ranking. However, there is much more to highlight.

The components

It is crucial to optimize each component for on-page SEO. Focusing on one or two will not get you very far.  It is essential to understand that each component will play a significant role in any given search. Listed below are a few components we believe should be a primary focus.

Content

There are two main reasons for having content on a website. Content should apply to both users and search engines. The user and potential customer/client are looking to find answers to their inquiries. Suppose the website did not have stellar content; why would a user visit your website? The goal is to attract traffic and keep them interested in what your website has to offer.  You want a user to return and refer to your website to browse products or information. Content is essential for search engines as well. Search engines need to be able to find and access your website with ease. Therefore, allowing optimal ranking.

 Images

People love visual content. Images are included on a webpage to enhance the appearance of the website and further support the content. Images are significantly crucial for product pages. Online shopping has become the norm. Therefore, images help the user understand what they are purchasing. Incorporating alt text is also vital for describing an image and assisting visually impaired individuals visiting the web page.

Internal linking

Linking is essentially bridging one web page to the other. Internal linking assists the user in navigating through the content quickly and easily. As well as helping the user locate what it is they are in search of. Search engines also benefit from internal linking. A search engine will be able to access and navigate content.

Keywords

Keywords are used to target the product or service related to a user’s search.  Two categories of keywords should be incorporated into the content displayed on the webpage: short-tail and long-tail. Short-tail keywords consist of a few words and more general. Long-tail keywords consist of 3 or more words and are specific search inquiries. Both are needed to maximize searches.

Meta Description

A meta description implies a summary of the content a user should expect when clicking on the link.  This description is located directly under the link of the search. Click-through rate determines or measures the amount of views and clicks a link receives. A meta description impacts the click-through rate, which is essential for search engine optimization.

Title Tags

A title tag is straightforward. Its purpose is to showcase the title of your content and highlight your website. The page title appears in the search and should consist of your keywords. Title tags allow a search engine to find and understand your website.

Mobile Friendly

Anyone and everyone has a mobile device with them on a day to day basis. A mobile device is the new handheld gateway for information. Mobile compatibility makes up for a large percentage of web traffic. Therefore, it is critical for high rankings.

On-page SEO results in improved rankings and drives traffic for brand visibility. Want to learn more? Ask the experts here at Priority Networks.

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December 13, 2020
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December 6, 2020

What is App development and what does it entail?

What is App development and what does it entail?

The process in which a developer will create a computer program or a set of programs to perform various tasks that are automated. By automating specific processes, repetitive tasks can be reduced. Therefore, enhancing the workflow of your business or company.   

 

App building process

The app-building process follows a few necessary steps: planning, designing, building, testing, launching, and marketing.

 

Planning- establish your goal. 

To obtain an idea or purpose behind your app, establishing its goal will provide you with a clear outline and starting point. You may want to ask yourself how the app will create more straightforward solutions for the business and customers/users, which audience should be targeted, or what benefits your app provides. Understanding your target audience would be a priority, or else the success of the app could get lost in translation and become useless. Age, location, gender, career, niche market are all topics to consider when establishing your target market. After determining your target audience, next would include mapping out an idea of how the app could be useful to them. Once the app’s use is accomplished, you then want to figure out how the user will successfully use it. Some examples of using an app could include a log-in option, will the user be purchasing or viewing items, or is there a specific tool where there is an exchange of data? By doing this, you are acting on behalf of the user experience. Designing and promoting are next on the list when it comes to planning your app. 

 

Designing

Keep user experience in mind, how do you want your app to look, what qualities and features should be present? A wireframe is excellent as it brings your vision to life in physical form. A wireframe is dedicated explicitly to mapping out each page of the app. With this outline, you will have a better idea of what works and what does not. It is not permanent; changes can be made, and any additions can be incorporated to enhance user capabilities and aesthetics further. To leave a remarkable impression, seek advice from your app developer. They can guide in a professional direction. 

 

Building 

 Programming and coding are the heart of app development. It turns an idea or prototype into something tangible for your users. App development is categorized by front-end and back-end. Front-end will focus on the visual aspects, navigation, user interaction, layout, and much more. Back-end will focus on data, data storage and management, user management, as well as networking. Seek help from an app developer. This is what they do. Technical construction, an app developer, is well equipped with the skill sets to build your app and cater to your vision, leading to your app’s success. 

 

Testing  

Testing is critical as you want to make sure your app appeals to your demographic. You want to ensure your app performs and functions to the standards laid out in the planning process. A professional app developer will guide you accordingly and may have the solution to carry out any testing. 

 

Launching and marketing

Finally! It is time to launch and market your app. The foundation bases have been covered, and now you can watch your app flourish. There are many ways to promote and publish your app. Using social media, or a business website are two fantastic ways to attract users. If you need ideas, ask your app developer, they are well equipped to handle any app development inquiry.

 

Contact us here at Priority Networks for all your app development needs. We will guide you to ensure the success of your app. 

Massimo DeRocchis
December 6, 2020
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What Is SEO

What is SEO

Our dependence on technology for day-to-day living is the most common form of communication and knowledge access in an era of information. Having access to the Internet is an everyday household necessity. Everyone relies on search engines to bring up the most relevant information according to their personal and business needs. Search Engine Optimization encourages this type of organic search. It opens a path directly from the consumers’ search to the website, exactly what a business desires, more traffic. If you own a business, website, or social platform, you will benefit from using Search Engine Optimization. 

 

What is SEO? SEO is all about brand visibility

 

Search Engine Optimization is recognition by Google, optimizing search results, and producing an influx of traffic. Sounds simple; however, many factors make recognition possible throughout the World Wide Web. Search Engine Optimization (SEO) applies to the content provided on a platform, website, and social media. Keywords are strategically placed by an SEO specialist/content creator within the content pieces, encouraging direct contact to the appropriate website.  

 

There are plenty of search engines that are recognizable but not widely used. Google is the boss and holds the largest piece of the market with millions upon millions of users. It is highly advisable that any business should aim to gain Google’s attention. A search engine has three main functions: crawl (enabling detection), index, and rank. When a keyword or phrase is being researched, a search engine will discover the content, store the information found, and rank by relevancy. These functions are what makes SEO a powerful marketing tool. 

 

The keyword or phrase is the primary focus of the search determined by the consumer. The input of the keyword or phrase will generate results of applicable information, such as links to websites, photos, or even videos, which will lead the organic search. Organic search is an unpaid listing; and what will dictate a website’s performance on the Internet. A non-organic search is paid advertisements, which are often overlooked. The purpose of an SEO specialist will be to monitor and implement the keywords relevant to the content, therefore, encouraging high ranking on the search engine. Let’s be honest; there is a high probable chance that no one goes to page number 2 if they can not find what they are looking for within the first few links on the first page of Google’s listings. Therefore, a business should not allow their website to fall on page number 2!

 

Bringing focused attention to a website and maintaining attention requires accessible content and must be user friendly. A website can prevent access by requiring mandatory log in’s, surveys to be filled out before accessing information or application forms. A consumer will most likely lose interest, and there is a slim chance for Google to detect accessible information. A website may not have enough engaging content or proper keywords for recognition, therefore preventing a user-friendly search. Luckily, an SEO specialist knows how to strategically manipulate content to gain attention from Google and the consumer. 

 

SEO is all about brand visibility and is a valuable tool in the marketing industry. Who knew that

SEO was so important!

Massimo DeRocchis
November 22, 2020
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Who needs SEO

Who needs SEO

SEO is all about bringing organic attention and ensuring engagement with the consumer. Both are determining factors for brand visibility. Business owners, big or small, will benefit from Search Engine Optimization. 

  

Video, image, and text content are the sole reason for having a website to showcase what you have to offer. The purpose may be to inform, educate, advertise, generate sales, gain recognition amongst like-minded individuals; the list could go on and on. Whichever purpose of obtaining a website, the goal should ultimately be recognition. Any form of attention is fantastic for business; it allows room for expansion, increases the chance for future business endeavors, encourages sale, and expands opportunities. Depending on how much promotion a company considers will determine the success of the business. SEO is an investment, your long-term competitive sales advantage. SEO will always be working for you and in favor of the company.

 

Product goods or service, every business has something to offer and will benefit from using SEO as part of their marketing tools. Competition is inevitable; therefore, to be ahead of the competitors, SEO is the perfect strategy to make noise in any given field’s marketing division. Any business that has several locations will also need Search Engine Optimization. A static page is constructed within SEO guidelines to generate traffic from specific geographic areas when searched. Search Engine Optimization is especially important for those who carry an online presence (social media); SEO and social media are in direct contact and work hand-in-hand. Any online business requires recognition; the only way to drive potential clientele is through organic search via the Internet. Small business and start-up businesses, built from the ground up, the amount of time and money spent or the hours of poured blood, sweat, and tear, both owner and business deserve some SEO assistance. All the investments made should be equal to the amount of investment focused on growth, development, and potential profitability. Search Engine Optimization will carry the weight of advertising off your shoulders so you can sit back and gain the reward.

 

The goal is to be visible and maintain the relationship between the company and the consumer. Research is why SEO is relevant, technology is at our fingertips, and it is becoming incredibly easy to access information within seconds. Before a consumer can trust you, the service, or trust the product being offered, research has become the new window-shopping. Barbershop talk or hair salon gossip is a thing of the past, online window-shopping transitions into online reviews or review forums, which have become the new trusted community to determine the credibility of a service or product. SEO is an online highway bringing that information directly to the consumer. 

 

Big or small, any business needs Search Engine Optimization. The choice is up to them to determine how far they want their business to succeed and how much promotion they are willing to incorporate. SEO is the proper investment. 

Massimo DeRocchis
November 15, 2020
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Importance of SEO for any company big or small

Importance of SEO for any company big or small

Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is the digital marketing of the future.

Search engine optimization (SEO) supports any and every business. This strategic marketing tool provides daily inbound traffic directly to your website and social media platforms, encouraging brand awareness with profitable gain. Search engine optimization (SEO) guarantees your company’s relevance, ensuring your key demographic’s captivation with consistency. The products and services of your company should shine through this useful marketing tool and reach potential clients or potential business partners far beyond the extent of traditional media, without compromising existing marketing strategies. SEO aims to provide a high ranking on a myriad of search engine platforms, generating prospective leads. The goal is further to enhance the growth and success of your business. 

 

The marketing industry perpetually fluctuates

 

It is up to you to ensure your company can keep up with the inevitable evolution. Search engines, including Google, are constantly altering and modifying their algorithms. The constant modification allows them to support their user’s changes to provide a better and more comfortable experience. Today’s industry typically runs on the 9-5 wheel. We are always looking for a way to optimize functionality and time. Residual income is one of SEO’s primary key benefits; it can work for you 24/7, 365 days a year. The advantage will come from a consistent and dominant ranking to propel your business forward to stay ahead of your competitors. 

 

Consumer relations are the foundation of any business.  

 

Content marketing produces brand awareness and builds a foundation of trust by connecting personally with the consumer, including preventing unnecessary advertisement spending, making content marketing cost-efficient. Brand awareness needs to push the boundaries and plow through the threshold of its competitors. An experienced SEO specialist will be your competitive sales advantage to bring your companies valuable content to the surface. It is advisable to work closely with a team composed of designers, writers, and art directors. Content specialists are skilled professionals dedicated to your vision and voice, big or small. 

 

Out of sight, out of mind. 

 

When a company fails to focus on marketing development, you are at risk of becoming irrelevant. Companies who do not use search engine optimization (SEO) as part of their arsenal suffer by plateauing; they do not and will not grow along with their industry. You want an online presence to hold the consumers’ attention; the company must remain connected. Both clients and partners rely on you to keep their interests peaked, which secures stability and the company’s relevance in any given market. They depend on you to effortlessly communicate innovative ideas; if your business gets lost in the noise of our modern information highway, failing to engage clientele will affect sales as well as any future business development. To avoid the dire consequence of absent marketing tools, a company’s best interest is to acquire a qualified Search Engine Optimization (SEO) specialist who can consolidate traditional and social media into an accessible online presence. 

 

Increase profit margins by keeping up with innovative marketing tools that generate continuous results. Digital marketing has become the leading approach in P.R. Give your business a chance to be ahead of the game with SEO. What will you do for your company’s success? 

 

Massimo DeRocchis
November 8, 2020
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Benefits of Migrating Your Dental Clinic to Microsoft Windows 10

Benefits of Migrating Your Dental Clinic to Microsoft Windows 10

If your dental clinic is still using Microsoft’s Windows 7, your entire network is at risk. That’s because Microsoft stopped providing security updates on Tuesday, January 14. And that means computers using Windows 7 are vulnerable to malware, cyberattacks, and ransomware.

Dental offices that want to protect their networks and valuable client information need to upgrade to Windows 10. There are lots of benefits to migrating to Windows 10. We’ve outlined five of the most important benefits to upgrading to the Windows 10 operating system below.

Speed

The first users of Windows 7 or Windows 8 will notice when using Windows 10 is the improvement in operating speed. Thanks to a streamlined start-up, Windows 10 is incredibly fast, even faster than Macintosh.

Usability

Improvement on Windows 10 has resulted in a much better user experience, which enhances both functionality and, most importantly, usability. First, Windows 10 returns with its popular start button. The small button, that is actually the Windows logo and is fond at the bottom left end of the Taskbar, expands to a much larger tile portal to display the Start menu or the Start screen. The start button gives users better control, updates, better graphics, and brings simplicity to the design.

Second, Windows 10 also has touchscreen functionality. Most of the way we communicate on smartphones and tablets is done through touch: tap, scroll, drag, pinch, etc. The Windows 10 touch functionality allows users to use this experience, which was once available only on mobile devices, on their desktops and laptops.

Security

Windows 10 features anti-ransomware that protects your network from cyberattacks, spyware, and phishing attacks. In the early days of computers, cyberattacks weren’t very sophisticated, so a network could protect itself with one tool or feature. That’s not the case anymore.

To protect against malware, Secure Boot kicks in automatically when your computer boots up, making sure it only uses firmware trusted by Microsoft. In addition to Secure Boot, Windows 10 also provides key security features including Device Guard, Windows Hello, and Microsoft Passport.

New Keyboard Shortcuts

For those who spend hours in front of a computer screen, keyboard shorts can make life a lot easier. Windows 10 comes with many new shortcuts (key combinations) that help you get things done without having to use a mouse.

New shortcuts on Windows 10 include opening task view, switching to a recent window, snapping windows together, creating a virtual desktop, switching between virtual desktops, capturing a screenshot, opening Cortana voice assistant, and many more.

Memorizing all 50 of the shortcut functions can be daunting, but no one needs to know every shortcut. Learning the ones you use most often is a great way to enhance your Windows 10 experience.

Scheduled Restarts

Nothing can ruin the flow of your workday like a system update. In addition to being time-consuming, in many cases, you can’t even use your computer until the update has been installed. And once it is done, it requires a lengthy restart.

Windows 10 allows users to choose a custom update and restart time. All you need to do is go to the Start menu and open Settings, go to Updates and Recovery > Windows Update and choose a custom restart time.

Priority Networks Inc. – Managed IT Solutions That Keep Dental Practices Secure and Running Optimally

If your dental clinic is planning on migrating to Windows 10, the certified personnel at Priority Networks Inc. can ensure the process is done as quickly and efficiently as possible, ensuring your network is well organized, running smoothly, and securely.

Why choose Priority Networks Inc? We work exclusively with dental clinics and know the industry inside out.

To learn more about how the specialized dental IT professionals at Priority Networks Inc. can help install, manage, and secure your computer network, contact us at 416-662-6277 or by email at info@prioritynetworks.ca.

Massimo DeRocchis
January 16, 2020
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3 Things to Consider when Upgrading Your Business to Windows 10

3 Things to Consider when Upgrading Your Business to Windows 10

As of Tuesday, January 14, 2020, Microsoft will stop supporting computers running Windows 7. That move has affected millions of computers and dental clinic networks. In fact, roughly half of all small- and medium-sized businesses still use Windows XP and Windows 7.

What does that mean for dental clinics? It means your network won’t receive any more software updates, including software patches that can prevent cyberattacks. Your network can still run using Windows 7, but not optimally. Without continued software and security updates your entire network, which includes sensitive customer information, is at risk of viruses and malware.

That’s why it’s imperative that your dental clinic migrates to the Windows 10 update. For those dental offices that haven’t started the migration process to Windows 10, here are three things dental clinics need to consider when upgrading a network to Windows 10.

Get the Right Team

It’s not difficult to find a team of people willing to help your dental clinic migrate your network to Windows 10. Finding the right people that understand all the nuances of working with the specialized network needed to operate a dental clinic is, though.

When it comes to dental computer and network upgrades, only use professionals who understand the dental industry, particularly those who know what’s needed to make your practice run fast, efficient, and most importantly, securely.

Assess What You Have

There’s more to migrating to the Windows 10 operating system than simply installing new hardware. Before upgrading to Windows 10, you need to run a complete audit on your current IT system, infrastructure, and applications. Identifying which machines are still using Windows 7 will give you a complete picture of the scale of the project.

An assessment will also determine whether there are any potential compatibility issues with moving the network to Windows 10. It will also help streamline network hardware. How? Your business could be using older PCs that are hindering productivity. After all, having just one computer using Windows 7 puts your entire dental clinic at risk for cyberattacks.

Conduct Testing, Run Pilots, and Collect Feedback

Before upgrading your entire network to Windows 10, you should carry out a test on a few devices. This will help reveal any potential challenges that could hinder your dental practice.  The devices selected to be tested and the upgrade itself should be tested by both IT personnel and dental clinic employees. This helps ensure any potential issues can be accurately accessed and resolved, before upgrading the entire network.

Once this testing is complete, the dental IT professionals can implement a large-scale upgrade to Windows 10.

Priority Networks – Managed IT Solutions That Keep Dental Practices Secure and Running Optimally

The certified personnel at Priority Networks Inc. are dedicated to helping dental practices in the Greater Toronto Area and Barrie migrate their networks to Windows 10, quickly, efficiently, and safely.

Why should your dental practice choose Priority Networks Inc.? Because we work exclusively with dental clinics, we know the industry inside out.

For a low-cost monthly fee, we provide our clients with comprehensive managed IT solutions, including 24-hour support, diagnostics, cabling, and dental network installation and support, upgrades, networking devices (to protect dental practices from ransomware, malware, and hackers), and free consultations.

To learn more about how the specialized dental IT professionals at Priority Networks Inc. can help install, manage, and secure your computer network, contact us at 416-662-6277 or by email at info@prioritynetworks.ca.

Massimo DeRocchis
January 9, 2020
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