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( companies used to want ) to meet you face-to-face . And now ( they ’ re ) like , ‘ I just want to get the job done .’”
The tumult caused by the pandemic has also exposed the weak links in business IT systems , making it clear that businesses need to keep up with technology in a world where remote working is expected to last well into 2021 and even become standard practice for many industries . Kiefer says that he believes the pandemic has forced business owners to recognize that IT systems , which were often viewed simply as overhead , are now strategic elements vital to the success of their organizations .
“ I tell people that if you can ’ t come out of this stronger and more cohesive as an organization than you went into it , then you ’ ve failed ,” Kiefer says . “ I hope that ... successful ( business owners )... understand the need for change .”
While replacing legacy systems that are familiar but no longer efficient enough might seem daunting , employing the help of a seasoned IT consultant can make choosing the right data management system much easier . A specialist can provide insight on how best to scale a project so businesses don ’ t pay for more than they need , maximizing return on investment . Rogers says that a good consultant can help decision-makers weigh the benefits of moving to the cloud , maintaining an on-site server or using a hybrid system that incorporates both , as well as the options of managing the system in-house or through a maintenance contract .
Ultimately , installing the right systems that utilize the latest technology can improve efficiency , lower costs , make data more secure and increase collaboration and productivity in this unprecedented business climate .
Ken Smith is a freelance writer , public relations consultant and video producer who is also managing editor of Sierra Sacramento Valley Medicine magazine . More at kdscommunications . com .
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