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Having a hard time staying productive? We found some effective ways to help you through these times.

Topics: Productivity, Remote, Working From Home

Reopening your company's IT operations after the COVID-19 pandemic shutdowns will be anything but business as usual. As the director of IT for your company, it is up to you to formulate a reopening strategy that re-establishes operations and re-instills confidence in your workforce. Here’s a detailed checklist to help you get started. 

Topics: IT Manager, CIO, Remote, Reopening, Safety

While the COVID-19 pandemic has had numerous detrimental effects on people and the economy, there have been some positive results as well. One of these is that many people have been afforded the chance to work from home. This has turned out to be a boon for businesses as well as employees. 

The Brookings Institute reports that, “Up to half of American workers are currently working from home, more than double the fraction who worked from home (at least occasionally) in 2017-18.” Furthermore, Forbes reported a Gartner survey about this phenomenon, known as ‘telecommuting,’ that indicated as much as 20% of the workforce of those surveyed will continue telecommuting long-term. 

But even for those growing accustomed to working from home, a steady routine is vital to keep you on track. Here are some vital factors to maintaining a steady, productive routine as you work from home. 

Topics: Technology, Remote, Working From Home

Many businesses have been forced to deal with unprecedented challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting actions to combat the spread of the virus. Numerous companies closed completely, while others were forced into a modified operational pattern. Every change was performed quickly, as mandates were handed down from federal, state, and local governments. 

Topics: Network, Automation, Disaster Recovery, network performance, Network Security

Topics: Internet Service Provider (ISP), Internet Connection, Internet Services, Remote, Working From Home

Many people throughout the global workforce are adjusting to working from home, especially since it seems to be the new normal for the foreseeable future. As we all adapt and utilize tools, manage usage with others, and do our best to maintain security, many have encountered some issues.

These can include: 

• Home Internet services are not typically built for the type of workload that may be needed. 
• They also don’t have the security protocols that office work environments enjoy. 
• Video streaming and conferencing is way up, and these are big taxes on bandwidth. 
• Additionally, there may be many people doin
  g these types of streams at the same time in one household now (both spouses working from home, plus kids at home doing educational or recreational activities online). 

What are some best practices to ensure your remote workforce stays connected to the Internet and your business network? As the new normal continues to become our reality, here are some practical steps you can take to enhance your work-from-home arrangement.  

Topics: Bandwidth, Productivity, High Speed Internet, Internet Access, Remote

MHO understands that there may be many questions regarding internet, networks, and IT during the current health crisis. In this AMA we answer your questions about internet options, what is available to you, and how essential businesses can be set up for a dedicated fixed wireless connection quickly. We are happy to continue answering questions you may have, just post in the comments below. 

Topics: Virtual Private Networks, network performance, VPNs, Internet Connection, Internet Services, Redundancy, Dedicated Internet, Technology

As Americans watch the COVID-19 pandemic ramp up from behind the closed doors of homes and businesses, the healthcare industry and local hospitals are gearing up for a massive response. The challenge is unprecedented, and so are the various needs that accompany it. 

New measures are being implemented to speed testing for COVID-19 and the triage process for patients. With an expected rise in those needing testing and treatment, even with stringent containment measures in place, will place greater demands on IT departments for hospitals, physician offices, and other remote locations. 

Topics: Security, Business Internet, Connectivity, Internet Service Provider (ISP), Low Latency, Healthcare Providers, IT Manager, Fast Installation, Colorado Business, Internet Policies, Dallas Business, Los Angeles Business, Orange County Business, San Diego Business, Hospitals

As we are already witnessing, a major national crisis can place new and even unforeseen demands on a range of industries. The COVID-19 pandemic is certainly pushing governments and businesses to think outside the box. While many businesses are closed to prevent social interaction that can spread the virus, some businesses MUST still operate on location. 

They don’t have the ability to work remotely. In many cases, these include logistics, healthcare, first responders, utilities, construction, oil and gas, and many more. Moreover, hospitals across the nation are also opening mobile testing centers in large commercial venues to speed testing. These remote locations present the need for a reliable and secure Internet connection and IT solution. 

As part of an overall continuity plan, here are key IT considerations in a health crisis. 

Topics: Bandwidth, Digital Transformation, Fixed Wireless, Business Internet, Fast Installation, Scale

5G will be amazing they said. It will usher in a whole new realm of life and business they said. Unfortunately, 5G security concerns are mounting, even as big mobile wireless companies raise the hype by advertising misleading claims of their “nationwide” coverage. 

Topics: 5G, Security, Network Security