Is it time to consider replacing your business computers?
So, you’re a small business owner and confident you’re on the path to success. You’ve defined your target market. Set realistic goals. Carved out your budget. Hired top talent. Even solidified your marketing plan. As a result, you’re thriving. Congratulations!
But what about your company’s computers? Sure, when you launched your small business, you researched and purchased the most current equipment available - at the time. But as new technology continues to emerge, and operating systems evolve, your hardware may not be very up to date.
Whether you’re working solo or leading a small group of successful team members, here are four reasons why you might want to consider investing in more powerful business computers:
Be Good to your PC
used with permission from HP Tech@Work
Here’s how to keep it in top shape
Let’s be real: You probably can’t swap your PC in for a new one as often as you’d like. A PC is an investment—and taking good care of it pays off in the long run. If your PC has a few years on it and you want to make it last—or you have a new machine and you want to treat it right—here are some simple ways to keep it running smoothly and extend its life.
Keep it clean
This may seem obvious, but seriously, do not let the Sriracha sauce from your lunch drip into your laptop—it’ll cause more problems than just a sticky keyboard. Make sure these other parts are spiffy as well for maximum longevity.
- Wipe your monitor. First dust it with a cloth, then wipe it down with glass cleaner. Better yet, use monitor wipes for serious cleaning.
- Inspect your tower. Check the air vents on the back and remove dust and buildup. If your tower opens, clean the inside with a can of compressed air.
- Keep peripherals tidy. Use compressed air on your keyboard and wipe it down with a cloth. Check over your mouse as well—if it has a roller ball, remove the plate and swab it with isopropyl alcohol to get the gunk off it.
Issues Using Refilled Toner Cartridges
Editors Note - This article is written by HP and does have a singular point of view. We at The Computing Center work closely with our clients to provide the best toners and inks available. Unlike others, we don't sell the cheapest "Toner of the Week". Substantial consumable savings can be had by selecting high-capacity and multi-pak toners over standard toners and by properly setting up printers to use the right amount of toner per page. Our goal is create long-term value for all our printer clients by providing and installing the right printers, setting them up properly, and using the most cost effective consumables.
If you use remanufactured ink or find yourself tempted by the cost savings, you may want to rethink your stance. Consider this: HP invests hundreds of millions of dollars in research and development in imaging and printing. It takes 3-5 years and up to 1,000 prototype formulas to perfect each new ink. The bottom line is that Original HP ink is not just colored water—it is scientifically formulated with very specific ingredients, proportions, and quality expectations that carelessly refilled and remanufactured ink just can’t compete with.
Don't overlook Display Monitors
For some, the term "tech innovation" brings to mind new PC form factors and unique printing methods. But high-tech innovation doesn't stop at hardware—it also includes displays.
In recent years, display innovation has produced heightened resolution, connectivity, functionality, and ROI. Displays are sleek, stylish, more robust, and thoughtfully aligned with today's dynamic, agile, and collaborative workspaces. Designed to drive work teams, the latest iterations of this oft-overlooked, but critical technology can boost your performance, productivity, and efficiency.
Displays: Then and now
Given the proliferation of smartphones, tablets, and laptops in our mobile business environment, displays often fade into the background, with users never questioning how they contribute to a more productive workday. However, displays are office necessities that have a powerful, innovative impact on productivity.
The Multigenerational Workforce - Ways to Foster Digital Change
Digital transformation is not all about tools or technology—it’s about people too. Today's workplaces are becoming increasingly multigenerational. Older employees are staying in the workforce longer and mixing with younger colleagues who are just starting their careers. As such, the range of ages in the workplace is naturally expanding.
A recent survey from executive development firm Future Workplace and Beyond, The Career Network, found that 83 percent of respondents have seen millennials managing Gen X and baby boomer workers in their office. However, 45 percent of baby boomers and Gen X respondents said millennials lack managerial experience, which could have a negative impact on a company's culture. More than a third of millennial respondents said managing older generations is challenging.
I became the CEO of a technology company in 2009, when I was 28 years old. I have experienced the challenges of managing four different generations in the workplace, including employees more than twice my age. To say the least, it requires a highly adaptable leadership style. Based on my experience, here are six practices that can help foster multigenerational collaboration and technical agility in any workplace environment.
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