Category: Infrastructure Support

  During a particularly harsh Chicago snowstorm last winter, a local small business found itself at a standstill. Employees couldn’t make it to the office, and their outdated IT systems made remote work nearly impossible. Critical deadlines were missed, and the…

Last year, I met with the CFO of a real estate company who was frustrated by a recurring issue: unauthorized access to sensitive files had disrupted their operations yet again. Despite investing in IT tools, their systems were fragmented, and their…

As the Director of IT Services at CRES Technology, I’ve seen my fair share of businesses eager to jump on the latest tech trends. It reminds me of a homeowner trying to install smart appliances in a house with no WiFi,…

As the Founder and CEO of CRES Technology, I often compare IT infrastructure to the foundation of a building. It’s rarely noticed when everything is working fine, but the moment cracks appear, it becomes impossible to ignore. Businesses often take their…

As the Director of IT Services at CRES Technology, I’ve seen it all, businesses that only notice their network or server when it’s down. It’s a bit like realizing the importance of a reliable UPS during a power outage: you don’t think…

As the Founder and CEO of CRES Technology, I’ve witnessed firsthand how IT infrastructure has evolved over the years. I still remember visiting a client’s office in the early 2000s, where their server room was the size of a small apartment…

If you walk into a café, you often see a menu so extensive that choosing between coffees and teas feels like solving a riddle. That’s often how businesses feel when deciding between cloud and on-premises infrastructure. Both options have their merits…

Hybrid workforces are no longer a trend they’re the new reality for businesses worldwide. As organizations adapt to this model, they face unique challenges in maintaining productivity and security for employees working both remotely and in the office. From communication gaps…

Technology is advancing at an unprecedented pace, reshaping industries and redefining how businesses operate. In this rapidly evolving landscape, adopting a cloud-first strategy is no longer just a forward-thinking idea; it’s a necessity. As we continue through 2026, businesses must prepare…

Running a small or medium-sized business (SMB) comes with its own set of unique challenges—especially when it comes to IT infrastructure. But don’t worry; optimizing your infrastructure doesn’t have to be a headache. In fact, with the right practices, you can…