Wow! Proud to be a Tyree Award Finalist
by Andree DolanCPURX was just announced by the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce as one of the front runners for the prestigious James Tyree Emerging Business Leadership Award. We’re in great company with 12 talented Chicagoland entrepreneurs and will participate in the April 12 pitch contest at Mesirow Financial. The $50,000 award recognizes high-growth local businesses with philanthropic values and[…]
“Help, My Email Account Got Hacked!”
by Jason VolmutIf there is one thing that is certain in the world of IT security, it’s that you can never take security for granted. Even if you do everything in your power to keep your data secure, you open yourself to risk just by taking advantage of free email services, using social networking sites, or even[…]
Security Tutorial: Basic Steps to Protect Your Data and Digital Devices
by Jason VolmutWith all the threats to security around, it’s easy to panic. But keep in mind that many security compromises happen because people failed to follow basic security precautions. So, we’ve put together this quick tutorial to run you through some security basics. Stay Secure by Following Security Best Practices Maintaining security starts by following some[…]
What Is Virtualization? Understanding the Benefits of Server Virtualization
by Matt BravoVirtualization has gotten popular lately, but, as with other tech buzzwords, it’s not always clear if the term “virtualization” is widely understood. At CPURX, we know how frustrating it can be to have conversations about technology when obscure terms are thrown about without being defined and explained. We hope our ongoing Tech Talk articles can[…]
Understanding HTTP, HTTPS, & SSL
by Jason VolmutAs technology and business become more integrated, lack of familiarity with basic terms can put one at a disadvantage when making crucial business decisions. Our ongoing Technology Basics blog series is aimed to fill in some of those knowledge gaps, and provide you with a firm foundation as you make technology decisions, starting with three very[…]
Learning from Lenovo: Technology & Trust
by Jason VolmutRecently, Lenovo has been in the news for a mistake that had the potential to impact our clients. An adware program called Superfish opened up a major security vulnerability in Windows computers. In this post, we will break down exactly what Superfish is, how CPURX responded, and what we can learn about security from the[…]
Increasing Workplace Productivity, Part II: Using Personal Kanban to Stay Focused on Key Tasks
by CPURXKanban, like 5S, is a technique that was invented in Japan as a part of the lean manufacturing process. The word “kanban” actually means “visual signal” or “card”, and like 5S, kanban uses visual information to increase productivity. Originally, kanban was used to control logistical chains in manufacturing plants. In a kanban system, new commodities[…]
Increasing Workplace Productivity, Part I: Organizing Your Workspace with 5S
by CPURXThere are days when just keeping on top of your email can be a struggle; and that’s before even considering all the items on your to-do list. Most of us need any extra edge we can get in the quest to stay productive. Thankfully, others before us have faced similar problems, and they’ve devised some[…]