Maybe an inspection of the inner workings of your company isn’t such a bad idea. Having a Virtual CIO will help you do just that by acting like a property inspector, architect and builder all in one for your business. They can track down the bad plumbing and electrical systems, design a new system … [Read more...]
A Virtual CIO Helps You Create A Team Your Company Can Be Proud Of
We’ve all been in that situation during a meeting when there’s at least one or two people who can’t seem to stop interrupting, or causing distractions. There’s a reason you took these people on as your employees but it seems as though they don’t fit in. There just has to be a place for them in … [Read more...]
Marketing and Branding For Your Company: HUGE Challenge or Easy Win?
Most companies realize how important it is to establish a brand and use marketing to reach their audience. If you own your own company, you’ve probably heard this about a trillion times, which is why you should consider working with a Virtual CIO to help you put your business directly in front of … [Read more...]
A Virtual CIO Is Your Ship To Sailing In Safe “Security” Waters!
No need to call in sick just yet, not only can a Virtual CIO (Chief Information Officer) save you the cost of bringing on a full-time staff member, but they can navigate the technology you need to keep your business sailing along with the security required to keep your data and information safe. … [Read more...]
How A Virtual CIO Will Help Your Company Win!
If you’ve ever played one of those games like, Risk or Battleship, you know that the more strategic you are with each move, the better chance you have at winning by the end of the game. Hiring a business consultant or IT consultant such as a Virtual CIO can give you all the advantages, when it … [Read more...]
There’s No Need To Fear, Your New Virtual CIO Is Here!
There’s no better way to streamline your IT management and business process development than by making the commitment to add the role of a Virtual CIO. Successful companies know it’s best to put their business in the hands of trusted advisors: such as a financial planner or management consultant … [Read more...]
Come One, Come All To Our Upcoming ACT! 2015 Roadshow
If you haven’t already heard, Softech Solutions LLC is hosting our 5th Annual ACT! Roadshow on Wednesday, October 15th. This spectacular day dedicated to the upcoming release of the new 2015 version begins at 8:00am in the elegant Metropolitan Ballroom in Minneapolis with registration and an amazing … [Read more...]
Enjoy The Glory That Is E-Marketing!
If you have every wondered how you can spread the word about new things happening with your company and you have customers who have an email address; use Email Marketing! This glorious tool is a fantastic way to allow your clients to get to know your business and gives you the opportunity to let … [Read more...]
The Cloud is a Magical Tool!
At this point most of us have at least heard about storing information in “The Cloud” but even the name can, at times, feel too whimsical or cause some insecurity. Of course, you want to maintain concrete and even important information for your company in a place that is both secure and easy to … [Read more...]
CRM vs. CM… How To Use Your Client’s Information To Your Benefit
Let’s get something straight, using a Contact Management system to keep track of your client’s contact information is great. Your employees know how to use it and in some cases, it’s even customized for your business. The only problem is that you’re missing out on SO MUCH by not using a Contact … [Read more...]
Get Off Your Butt… And Get Out Of The Office!
No matter if you run a successful business or if your business is struggling, most professionals agree that education plays a key role in the continued success and prosperity of your company. We’ve found that one of the best and most productive ways, to stay educated is to actually step out of the … [Read more...]
SQL Reporting, Pivot Tables/Charts and Dashboards – Oh My!
Don't be afraid! The yellow brick road to the Emerald City of reporting isn't as scary as it seems! If you've been reading our blogs, you already know how to gather a funnel cloud full of data and have landed it in Oz by learning how important it is to turn it into useful information. Now all we … [Read more...]
Disco Balls and Social Media: How To Make Marketing Your Company Seem Like A Party!
Imagine walking into a room full of all your best friends and most admired co-workers and decorated with disco balls, glittering lights and a rockin’ champagne fountain. This is where you have the opportunity to get down to your favorite party jams and actually have the time to enjoy it. Chances … [Read more...]
Turning Your Data Into Valuable Information: Easy As Cake…. Or Is It?
In a world where gathering data can be as simple as asking for a name and phone number and as complicated as having a centralized system, such as any kind of CRM or ERP, knowing what to do with it is an entirely different slice of the pie (or cake) when it comes to running a successful … [Read more...]
Are You Really In Business, Or Just Playing?… Why Gathering Data is Such A Big Deal
This may be tough love but if you own your own business we want to know if you're ready to stop playing at business and start to really be IN business. There are still companies out there who take in tons of phone calls from potential customers and don't ask for simple contact information, sometimes … [Read more...]