We’re coming to the end of a year of multiple lockdowns and restrictions due to Covid-19. There’s no doubt that Christmas will feel different this year with many families not being able to mix and even some stores being closed. It’s no surprise that online shopping for Christmas will be at an all-time high because […]
If you’re a small business you may find it difficult to stand out amongst large competitors. Stats show that 48% of consumers said they were willing to wait longer for a personalised product or service. Here’s why: Bespoke vs. off-the-shelf software Off-the-shelf software solutions don’t care about one person/business. They are developed to meet the […]
Over the past few months, we’ve seen a host of new features from Microsoft enhancing online learning for students around the world. In an update detailing the features added in September, Microsoft explained how it was trying to improve Teams’ performance as a large proportion of the workforce continue to work from home. Microsoft says it’s working […]
The new three-tier system of Covid-19 restrictions have begun in England. While most of the country is in the lowest tier there are still millions of people in the north and midlands facing tougher rules to try and prevent the spread of Covid-19. Pubs and bars in these areas have taken a big hit – […]
COVID-19 has brought everyday life to a halt. During this time of uncertainty, many of us will have concerns about the future of their business or workplace. We have been advised by the government to work at home, wherever possible. For many of us, working from home can be a new and daunting experience. For […]
Recently, Clutch recognized our team for offering the best tech services in the United Kingdom! With more than a decade under our belts, we have a lot of experience and are experts at what we do, with the record to back it up. Clutch is a B2B ratings and reviews site that collects detailed project […]
Boxing day is here which means the gift-giving is over. However, the sales have just begun and if you’re like anyone else at this time of year the only way you’ll spend it is by eating good food and bagging a great deal. Online shopping has hit a boom and last Christmas at least 15,000 […]
The holidays are here and so are the Black Friday DEALS! DEALS! DEALS! With Christmas right around the corner, gifts are on everyone’s minds. While you might think you’re avoiding the danger in stores by shopping online this Black Friday, the danger may be closer than you think. In fact, last Christmas at least 15,000 […]
With Foster Care Fortnight drawing to a close it’s been great to look at the benefits and of foster care. Being organisations that handle sensitive, data it’s important that the backend IT management of fostering agencies are safe, efficient and secure. 1 in 4 companies has had data stolen so and cloud solutions could be […]
The number of working women in technology is significantly lower than most other UK work sectors. Just 17% of those working in Technology and 14% of the people working in STEM in the UK are female. It’s clear to see that women are under-represented in STEM roles. The campaign for International Woman’s Day shares the […]
Thousands of computer systems all over the world are attacked every day. A successful cyber attack can have devastating effects on your business. It can affect your bottom line, as well as your business’ standing and consumer trust. However, there are ways to prevent and protect your business from a cyber attack. Consequences of a cyber […]
The first 6 Months of 2018, 945 Data Breaches equalling to 4.5 Billion Records were stolen or exposed. How can we minimise this in 2019?
Unless you’ve been living under a rock recently, there’s a high chance that you’ve heard about the disaster that was Fyre Festival. The 2017 Festival has made headlines and shook almost all social media for weeks, after our favourite streaming apps, Netflix and Hulu, released competing documentaries about it. Now, this isn’t just a post […]
Cloud Migration can be a scary topic for some businesses. However, companies that wish to remain competitive need fast communication, secure data and productive employees to run smoothly. The cloud has been proven to achieve these requirements and with all the benefits, cloud computing is a viable service to adopt. Lets look at the facts. Businesses […]
Over 40% of UK jobs are compatible with working from home, but only 35% of companies have a policy allowing their employees to work from home. Working from home can come with many benefits and it can be made just one step easier with cloud computing. Higher Productivity Working from home can provide staff with […]
2018 has been an incredible year for us at Cloudserve, from award shows to keynotes and our ever-growing and evolving company. Lets take a look back at some of our favourite moments of the year. This last year for us as a business was a new and exciting period of expansion. We’ve taken on new […]
The holidays are finally here and with staff wanting to take time off, running a business can be tough. We all deserve a break from working no matter how much we can love our job. How can you make sure you and your staff have a break without hurting the company? Is cloud the answer […]
SMEs are one of the largest contributors to our economy – making up over 99% of all businesses in the UK. However, recent research states that three quarters of UK SMEs may be failing to adopt workplace technologies such as cloud, mobile working and BYOD, stifling their growth, productivity and employee engagement. Cloud computing is everywhere […]
We’re all trying to do our bit to save the environment, shorter showers, recycling more, eating less meat, car and travel shares, even going waste free with every day items from shampoo to perfumes being made in bar form. The reality of our Earth’s future has especially kicked in recently with the striking headline stating, […]
Future Decoded is held annually, by Microsoft, at the ExCel centre in London- delivering keynotes, sessions and partner experiences with the aim to help empower your digital transformation journey. The overall two day event features over 130 breakout sessions, and 42 sponsor and partner experiences. We made our way over to day 1 of Future […]
Excitement in the office for The Dorset Business Awards has been building; especially as one of our very own, Tom Davis, is up for an award! The DBA’s have been celebrating the achievements of Dorset’s businesses for fourteen years- expanding from only 5 awards to the region’s leading business awards, with 13 categories announced just this […]
If you read our last blog post, you will already know about the benefits that remote working can bring to your business and its employees. The savings in both time and money across the board are plain to see as your business will save money on the purchase and maintenance of hardware and software and […]
Remote working is a modern trend that is gaining a lot of popularity in various industries, including obviously the IT sector where all of this ‘remoteness’ started in the first place. With technology advancing all the time, it is now easier than ever before to work away from a central office or workplace, while still […]
What is Cyber Security? Cyber security comprises technologies, processes and controls that are designed to protect systems, networks and data from cyber attacks. Effective cyber security reduces the risk of cyber attacks, and protects organisations and individuals from the unauthorised exploitation of systems, networks and technologies. What are the consequences of a cyber attack? Cyber […]
The General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) is coming into effect on the 25th May 2018 and with significant fines for non-compliance, firms need to be GDPR ready. Cloudserve is committed to ensuring that our customers are prepared for GDPR and fully protected, from both a regulatory and cybersecurity perspective. But really, the truth is that […]
With an ageing and unreliable on premise IT Infrastructure together with an increasingly expensive managed service contract from a local IT support provider, John Butterworth , Group CEO wanted to assess options for updating and improving the group IT systems and reducing costs. The 4 hotels and central head office, each had legacy server, PC […]
As well as our many corporate clients, Cloudserve is also committed to serving good causes, which is why when Nexus Fostering approached us about updating, supporting and future-proofing their legacy IT infrastructure, we jumped at the challenge. Nexus Fostering is an Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ fostering agency providing foster services across the UK from 8 office locations. […]