“If it isn’t broken, don’t fix it.”  

By: Jackie SchmidWe all know the saying which implies that if a particular something isn’t wrong, we need not take action to correct it. The message can sometimes be great advice, however when it comes to technology, outdated hardware or software are both a liability and a loss of opportunity when it comes to efficiency and cost savings. Simply put — clinging to old, sometimes clunky technology can end up costing more than the price of an upgrade.

In this blog, we highlight a handful of pitfalls associated with hanging on to outdated equipment.

Pitfall #1: Security Threats 

“43% of cyberattacks target small businesses, and only 14% are prepared to defend themselves.” Outdated systems pose a higher security risk. Why? As a system ages, it becomes more vulnerable to hacking and other cybersecurity threats. The risk becomes even more threatening when you factor in a lack of regular security or software updates. The Windows 7 system is simply one example, and any cybersecurity attack holds the potential to send a medium-to-small business under.


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SOURCE GreatAmerica

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