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    Elevated Technologies Recognized by the Houston Business Journal for 2020
    HOUSTON, December 18, 2020 – The Houston Business Journal ranked Elevated Technologies on the 2020 Largest Houston-area Cyber Security Companies List for the second year in a row. Historically, this list recognizes the top successful IT companies in the Houston area. Based on revenue...
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    'Tis the Season for eCommerce Fraud
    Online shopping is on the rise in 2020, due in large part to the global pandemic COVID-19. With the holidays approaching, those numbers continue to increase daily. While shopping at home helps keep consumers healthy and safe, it also increases the risk of eCommerce...
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    Are you up to speed on WiFi security?
    How to Create a Secure Business Network  While wifi provides businesses with freedom, flexibility, and connectivity, it doesn’t come without its risks. Unlike the wired networks of the past, where data traveled through a cable, wifi now sends data out in directionless waves. If your...
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    Warning Signs of Business Identity Theft
    Catch the Warning Signs of Business Identity Theft  Identity thieves don’t just go after individuals. The past several years have seen a dramatic increase in criminals aiming with bigger targets. By impersonating businesses, they drain accounts, open credit lines, and steal customer information. Thieves do...
  • Protect Your Business with This Hurricane Checklist
    Think for a moment about how far your beloved business has come. You’ve worked so hard to get your company to where it is today and are so proud of where you’re at and the bright future ahead. What if, all of the sudden,...
  • To Pay or Not to Pay Ransom: 6 Reasons to NEVER Pay
    To Pay or Not to Pay Ransom: 6 Reasons to NEVER Pay You open your laptop to a message on your screen from a hacker who is telling you that they’ve encrypted your data and you won’t get it back unless you pay a $5,000...
  • 8 Password Security Tips: The Only Guide You’ll Ever Need
    Passwords are like toothbrushes: Choose a good one, never share it and change it regularly. Did you know that more than half of data breaches result from weak or stolen passwords? A password may seem like a small security factor, but the majority of the...
  • 4 Myths About Managed Service Providers (MSPs), Busted
    When it comes to managed service providers, IT professionals either love them or hate them. Many of these professionals who have been burned by a poor-quality MSP will find it hard to change their perception of the industry. To see the true value of...
  • Elevated Technologies Listed on Inc. Magazine’s Inc. 5000
    Inc. Magazine Unveils Its Annual List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies—the Inc. 5000 Elevated Technologies Ranks No. 4381 on the 2020 Inc. 5000 With Three-Year Revenue Growth of 75 Percent NEW YORK, August 12, 2020 – Inc. magazine today revealed that ELEVATED TECHNOLOGIES is No. 4381 on its annual Inc. 5000...
  • Elevated Technologies Ranked Among World’s Most Elite 501 MSPs
    Annual MSP 501 Identifies Best-in-Class Global MSP Businesses & Leading Trends in Managed Services JULY 28, 2020: Elevated Technologies has been named as one of the world’s premier managed service providers on the prestigious 2020 annual Channel Futures MSP 501 rankings. For the 13th year running, MSPs...
  • 4 Things to Stop Doing on Your Work Computer
    These days, most organizations provide their employees with company laptops and other devices to complete their work. This is especially true amid the Coronavirus pandemic and the new work-from-home culture. We’re all guilty of occasionally having personal matters on our mind during work and possibly...
  • 6 Cybersecurity Myths, Busted
    Cybersecurity threats are continuing to increase not just in prevalence but severity and sophistication. The evolution of cybersecurity, along with changing regulations, give rise to confusion, challenges and sometimes cybersecurity myths. The last thing any business needs is a swarm of myths and misunderstandings...
  • Protect Your Business with Cyber Liability Insurance
    It’s safe to say we are all aware of the many security measures our businesses should have in place to defend against cyber-attacks. We also understand that this is something we must invest both time and money into if we want to remain secure....
  • 6 Ways to Spot a Phishing Email
    Phishing emails are sent out to unsuspecting individuals all across the world every day. While some of these emails can be easily identified as a scam, others can be quite believable. So, how exactly do you distinguish a legitimate email from a phishing attempt?...
  • Top 7 Ways Cloud Computing Can Benefit Your Business
    In our advancing society, technology is inevitably moving to the cloud. Almost everything in the digital world is connected to the cloud in some way or another. Over the last two decades, traditional software models have been pushed to the side to make room...
  • Digital Spring Cleaning Guide for SMBs
    Just like your home, your digital space can become cluttered and disorganized. For small to medium-sized business (SMB) owners and individuals, a digital detox can do wonders for you and your business. Not only can a good digital spring cleaning improve speed and performance,...
  • Social Engineering Explained: Part Two – 10 Tips to Avoid an Attack
    A few weeks ago in part one of our social engineering series, we went over what social engineering is and common attack techniques that the everyday worker could come across. Here’s a little refresher: Social engineering is the act of manipulation or influence that lures a potential...
  • Waiting for Your Stimulus Check? Fraudsters are too.
    You’re probably already aware that the government will be sending out stimulus checks as a part of the federal response to Coronavirus relief efforts. Cybercriminals have also heard the news and haven’t missed a beat in attempting to do what they do best: steal...
  • Good Digital Hygiene Can Combat COVID-19 Cybercrime
    With the continual spread of COVID-19, global health, society and many institutions are largely affected and disrupted. Another hidden threat that most aren’t aware of is right under your fingertips: the risk of cyber-attacks that prey on our increased dependence on the Internet and...
  • Social Engineering Explained: Part One – What is Social Engineering?
    Defining Social Engineering Social engineering is the act of manipulation or influence that lures a potential victim into revealing confidential information such as a social security number, account information, credit card details or building access codes. Social engineering is a type of cyber-attack that works...
  • Save Your Business by Partnering with an MSP
    Saving time and money continues to be a staple goal for businesses, especially small-medium-sized companies. When thinking of ways businesses can save, many factor in their IT since a lot of their valuable time and money goes to inefficient break-fix strategies. Most organizations rely...
  • 4 Ways Your Employees Can Weaken Your Security Defenses
    Cybersecurity may start with implementing measures like a firewall, antivirus software, two-factor authentication and spam filters, but it doesn’t stop there. Server and network security measures can only go so far. Cybercriminals don’t need to engineer a complex and technical method to gain access...
  • Why Do Hackers Hack?
    As a business owner concerned with the protection of your company, this question may have crossed your mind. What do hackers gain from doing damage? Is it just about money? Or ego? Some hackers focus only on gaining notoriety or defeating computer systems. Some even...
  • 3 People That Cybercriminals Love: Are You One of Them?
    Cybercriminals are always on the prowl for their next victim and tend to go after people who make hacking easy for them. Individuals who aren’t aware of the threats and consequences of these cyber-attacks are only hurting themselves. It is extremely important to know...
  • How Managed Data Protection Services Can Prevent IT Downtime
    By now, everyone should know that backing up important files is one of the most essential steps a business can take to reduce IT downtime. Despite this, many businesses don’t take disaster recovery seriously because most don’t know what to back up, how to perform...
  • 7 Reasons SMBs are Switching to Managed IT
    Picture this: an organization’s IT department is overwhelmed with requests and has a hard time solving the issues promptly. On top of that, they’re experiencing quite a bit of network slowness, but the IT staff is so bogged down with other problems that it...
  • Your Mom’s Lessons Can Help You Remember Basic Cybersecurity
    Let’s face it: Your mom was (and is) always right. Even as a stubborn teenager, you knew in the back of your head that she probably knew what she was talking about. While those lectures and lessons she endlessly voiced to you throughout your life may...
  • Online Holiday Shopping: 10 Tips to Protect Yourself this Holiday Season
    It’s no surprise that online shopping continues to grow in popularity every year. It’s convenient and easy, making it a common way for busy individuals to get their shopping done, especially during the holiday season. Unfortunately, though, cybercriminals are known to take advantage of...
  • Beware of Malware: What You Need to Know
    What is Malware? Malicious + Software = Malware Put simply, malware is any piece of software that was written with the intent of disabling or damaging devices, stealing data, and generally causing a mess without the owner’s knowledge. Ransomware, viruses, spyware and Trojans are just a few...
  • October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Here are 20 Cybersecurity Tips Anyone Can Apply
    October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, so it’s a great time to learn about what you can do to protect yourself and your business from cyber threats of any and every kind. In our technologically advancing society, cybercrimes and intrusions are becoming increasingly sophisticated. Prevention...
  • Phishing: 7 Common Types – Part 2
    In our last blog post, we touched on the 5 categories of phishing. We learned about vishing, smishing, search engine phishing, spear phishing, whaling and the scenarios that one could catch themselves in if faced with a phishing attack. In today’s post, we’ll go over...
  • The 5 Categories of Phishing – Part 1
    Phishing has been a popular tactic for hackers and cybercriminals since the 90s and only has become more advanced over the years. When people think of phishing, they usually think of email scams, but most aren’t aware that there are various types of phishing...
  • Why Flat-Rate IT Support is better than Hourly IT Support
    In this day and age, many small-medium size businesses are transitioning from in-house, hourly IT support to managed IT service providers. With these MSPs (managed service provider) come flat-rate IT support, where you pay a flat monthly fee. No extra charges or hidden fees,...
  • Public Wi-Fi Risks and 3 Ways to Avoid Them
    Whether you work from home or in office, you will inevitably find yourself searching for public Wi-Fi in certain conditions to keep up with your workload. Nowadays, you’re likely to find free, public Wi-Fi at restaurants, hotels, airports, bookstores, coffee shops, etc. With the...
  • Ransomware: 8 Ways to Prevent an Attack
    Here’s the thing: No business is immune from a ransomware threat. Ransomware has become a profitable tactic for cybercriminals and was listed as the most significant malware threat of 2018. Ransomware attacks have increased over 97 percent in the last two years and these...
  • Steps for Choosing the Right Laptop for your Small Business
    Laptops are becoming increasingly more popular for business use. Not only do they provide all the power, speed and storage that is detrimental to the success of your company, but they allow you and your team to get work done from anywhere. With laptops becoming...
  • 4 Reasons Why Your Dental Practice Needs an MSP
    As a dentist, you’ve worked so hard and put in so many hours to get your practice to where it is today, so it’s safe to say you’ll do everything you can to ensure your practice succeeds. When practices aren’t getting the essential tools and...
  • Cloud Computing: What is it, how does it work and what are its benefits?
    In our advancing society, technology is inevitably moving to the cloud. Almost everything in the digital world is connected to the cloud in some way or another. Over the last 10 years, traditional software models have been pushed to the side to make room...
  • Cyber-Attacks Can Ruin Your Business’s Reputation: Is Your Company Secure?
    “It takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it. If you think about that, you’ll do things differently” – Warren Buffet. Sure, we’ve probably all heard this quote many times, but it is truly one to live by, especially...
  • 6 WAYS TO IMPROVE PASSWORD SECURITY
    The humble password has been around for centuries and still acts as the first line of defense against hackers. From the very beginning, the purpose of a password has been to protect information. Now that almost everything we work with is on online, it...
  • 4 Reasons Why Companies Today Should Use a Managed IT Service
    As we grow more reliant on modern technologies and systems, IT failures significantly alter our ability to work and run business. Businesses of all sizes place an urgency on operational efficiency, but not all companies are equally equipped to sustain this efficiency. Small-medium size...
  • What You Need to Know About Ransomware
    Social media is full of scare stories about ransomware and the damage it can do to businesses and personal users. However, taking a few precautions and planning ahead can minimize the potential for damage. Understanding what ransomware is and how it works enables you...
  • Cyber Security Tips to Safeguard Your Social Media Accounts
    When taking steps to maintain cyber security, it’s not only your website and email that you want to secure but also your social media accounts. Cyber-attacks are a risk for your business as well as to the privacy and security of your followers.  Unsure about...
  • 3 Ways a Managed Service Provider Improves Your Business
    An IT service provider gives businesses the opportunity to take advantage of the latest technology and receive advanced protection against data loss. A managed service provider is also an affordable solution for smaller companies that do not have the extra resources to hire additional...
  • Better understanding the Threat of Phishing
    Don’t expect a peaceful day on the water when it comes to Phishing. Ignoring the threat of phishing will leave you vulnerable to the terror and risk lurking in your very own email. What is Phishing? Even though phishing isn’t as fun as actual fishing, just...
  • 3 Very Real Cyber Security Threats
    Through the last couple of years cyber security has become a much more talked about topic. Many of the threats we face are happening more often, becoming more complicated, and evolving every day. Sadly data breaches, malware, hackers, and viruses won’t be disappearing any...
  • 5 cyber security predictions for 2019
    It’s hard to make predictions for anything, especially for the constant changing world of cyber security. The increasing threats, rapidly evolving technologies for defense and offense, and cyber-attacks that are growing in terms of sophistication. Sometimes with all the new changes it’s hard to keep...
  • Simple Ways to Improve Your Cyber Security
    The Internet is such a vital tool in everyday life for everyone, according to the US Department of Homeland Security. With having all that information out on the internet comes an increase in cyber-attacks that can affect people and companies on a global scale,...
  • Security Controls Around Communication Channels
    Safeguarding company assets have become more and more critical over the years.  It seems like just a few years ago having a firewall, anti-virus software and partially aware employees were plenty to keep your company safe.  Today, this is no longer the case. Every...
  • The Sneaky Threat of ‘Internet of Things’ Devices
    Many Americans have begun purchasing and installing smart devices in their homes. Unfortunately, these devices have brought about more security issues for the people whom have purchased them and society as a whole. The issue stems from the quickly increasing number of sensors and...
  • 7 Warning Signs of an Insider Threat
    Internal threats are employees that conduct cyber-attacks on their own organization, which can cause the majority of a companies’ data loss. However, there are plenty of red flags revealed ahead of time if you know what to look for. According to CA Technologies, over 50%...
  • 27% of Healthcare Organizations Have Had a Ransomware attack in the Past Year
    The Kaspersky Lab reported that 27% of healthcare employees said their organization had at least one ransomware attack in the past year. 33% of those individuals said their organization experienced multiple breaches. In the report, Cyber Pulse: The State of Cybersecurity in Healthcare, the lab explained that in 2018,...
  • 10 Reasons Why Security Awareness Training is a MUST
    It’s smart to provide security awareness training for your employees. Why? Even with top security services, hackers keep coming up with trickier ways to fool their victims. You can’t 100% guarantee that your clients will stay safe. Just one breach can cause tons of hours...
  • The Truth About Cyber-Crime
    If you own a phone, you’ve likely gotten a call with a robotic voice notifying you about something such as the IRS wanting your money or that your personal information has been stolen. If you have an email address, you have probably gotten more...
  • 10 Cybersecurity Tips for Your Small Business
    If you run a small business, you have a responsibility to your employees and customers. Your employees rely on you to provide them with a steady paycheck in exchange for all their hard work, and your customers rely on you to provide top quality...
  • 10 Ways Nonprofit Agencies Can Enhance the Privacy of Their Data
    Data breaches are nothing new, and they are no longer confined to for-profit businesses. More and more nonprofit agencies are finding their data compromised, leaving their donors, volunteers and the people they serve vulnerable to identity theft and other serious ramifications. There are several reasons...
  • 7 Reasons You Should Switch to Cloud-Based ERP Software Systems
    More than ever, small to medium-sized businesses are favoring cloud-based enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions. While it may seem daunting to transfer your resource management systems off-premise, for most businesses it’s a smooth, streamlined process. Yes, there’s an initial learning curve, but most systems are...
  • Five Online Scams to Watch for in 2018
    Online scammers never rest. They always find new ways to trick people. You must be vigilant. If you are active online, it is important to stay educated about the scammer’s methods. Here are five scams to watch out for in 2018. Netflix Phishing Scam: Netflix...
  • Why Small Businesses Should Use the Cloud
    As of today, more than 30% of small businesses across America have migrated to the cloud, with that number expected to triple by 2020. Simply put, the cloud has revolutionized the way small businesses are run. Despite this, some businesses are still skeptical about...
  • Dark Web Monitoring Is Here!
    Elevated Technologies Now Delivers Dark Web Monitoring Services through ID Agent Partnership Elevated Technologies Offers Monitoring and Alerting of Stolen Digital Credentials, Increasingly Valuable Asset on Dark Web Houston, TX – January 30, 2018 – Elevated Technologies announced its new Dark Web monitoring services provided through its...
  • How to Stay Safe on Public Wi-Fi
    Public Wi-Fi connections provide free access to the internet, allowing you to stay connected while away from home. However, using public Wi-Fi can be risky, as any personal details and sensitive information sent over an unsecured wireless connection could be intercepted by other people...
  • Prevention is Ideal, but Detection is Essential!!
    Looking back at all the threats and breeches of 2017, the threats today and the ones in the future, Elevated Technologies has developed a new, robust security solution for Houston Businesses. We now have a 24/7/365 Cyber Security Operating Center and Incident Response Team! This means we can collect,...
  • How to Avoid Getting a Computer Virus
    A computer virus will lay dormant on your computer until you do something to activate it. The simple act of opening an email can make a computer virus active. Once a virus is activated, it will send itself to people you know, and it...
  • Elevated Technologies Ranked Among Top 100 Cloud Services Providers
    7th Annual Talkin’ Cloud 100 Report Identifies Top Cloud Services Providers December 5, 2017: Elevated Technologies ranks among the world’s Top 100 cloud services providers (CSPs), according to Channel Futures seventh-annual Talkin’ Cloud (TC) 100 report. The full report is available now by visiting ChannelFutures.com. Based on data from Channel...
  • Cybercrime 101: Recognizing Malware
    The word malware means mysterious sounds, blank screens, and crashing computers to many people. What they often don’t realize is the subtle nature of cybercrime. Malware creators don’t want their victims to find their malicious software: it can’t do its damaging and lucrative work...
  • Improving and Optimizing Your Windows 10 Experience
    The improvement features introduced in Windows 10 make it one of Microsoft’s most successful operating systems. However, poor PC management practices can still detract from the user experience. Here are several ways to improve these practices and ensure a high quality operating system. Windows 10...
  • How Small Businesses Can Stay Safe from Hackers This Holiday Season
    Do you realize the holidays are one of the most popular times for hackers to target small businesses? With these tips, your small business can stay safe from hackers this holiday season. Digital media professionals recommend owners step-up cybersecurity measures to safeguard their business...
  • Elevated Tech Named to 2017 CRN Next-Gen 250 List
    Elevated Technologies Recognized on 2017 CRN Next-Gen 250 List Annual List Features Trailblazing Solution Providers Transforming Business with Emerging Technologies Houston, TX, November 8, 2017 – Elevated Technologies, announced today that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named Elevated Technologies to its 2017 Next-Gen 250 list. The...
  • Elevated Technologies Launches New Website & Branding
    Elevated Technologies, a company that provides Managed IT and Cloud Services, announces today the launch of its new website and branding initiatives. This newly redesigned website offers quick and easy access to essential information and features that offers a more comprehensive understanding of the company’s...
  • The Benefits of Technology for Business Owners
    Some business owners see technology as a necessary evil, but others view it as a trusted friend and partner. No matter which camp you fall into, there are plenty of proven benefits of incorporating the right technology into your daily operations. Read on to...
  • Wi-Fi Attack Vulnerability
    Understanding KRACK: What Does the WPA2 Security Breach Mean For The Average Person? Researchers from Belgium’s KU Leaven university sent the internet into a panic the morning of October 16 when they announced that they had found a core vulnerability in WPA2. Sensational headlines quickly...
  • 9 Ways Managed Cloud Solutions Benefit Your Business
    If you are part of a small business, you already understand how challenging your job can be. Small business owners and employees wear many hats, from front-line customer service representative and salesperson to human resources and hiring manager. However, there are many ways managed...
  • Encrypted Viruses: Game Over
    An encryption virus, or ransomware, is a virus that is encrypted so that your antivirus software has a harder time recognizing its harmful nature. Usually, by the time your antivirus recognizes the problem, many of your files have been infected and cannot be restored...
  • Tax Season and Cyber Security
    Doing our taxes online: the majority of Americans are doing it, which increases the number of cyber criminals ready to target unsuspecting individuals every year. However, there are ways to protect your information and lower your risk for identity theft, fraudulent tax filings, and more. Protect yourself. You...
  • Things Every Business Should Check After a Disaster
    Disasters happen—storms rage, lightning strikes, and, as all Houstonians now know, hurricanes devastate. But if there’s one thing we also know is that cities recover. So, in the days and weeks following Hurricane Harvey as you return to work, you may find yourself walking back into...
  • Don’t Let Hurricane Harvey Cloud Your Business
    With Hurricane Harvey reminding us how quickly our resources can be ripped away from us, businesses all over the city are scrambling to keep on track while the streets continue to flood. Many employees will be working from home for days or even weeks—if they can. The rest...
  • Is Your MSP Improving Your Office Environment?
    For a healthy business, you need a healthy office environment. Turning to an MSP to handle your IT needs can drastically improve not only your network security, but also your work environment. Here’s how: Higher Efficiency—With excellently trained technicians monitoring and maintaining your network, your entire office will start to run...
  • Computers: How Much Do You Actually Know?
    Computers: we all have ‘em. But do we really know all the basics? Most would say, “Of course I do! How old do you think I am?” However, because technology is just a part of our lives, many of us were never given a...
  • How to Avoid Paying Too Much for an MSP
    Nobody wants to pay too much for a service or be manipulated into signing up for something they don’t need. With data security becoming increasingly precious to businesses, it has also become harder to distinguish which IT services are truly necessary. Many MSPs have taken advantage of this...
  • CyberSecurity with Elevated Tech
    Did you know that 62% of all cyber crime is against small to medium sized businesses? Did you know that 60% of you will go out of business within 6 months of an attack? The public typically only hears about cyberattacks against high-profile companies, banks, and government websites. In reality, small businesses make prime targets for cybercriminals,...
  • What is a Managed Service Provider?
    Markus Spisk While the term “MSP”, or “Managed Service Provider” is becoming more and more popular, many people wonder what it actually means and how an MSP can benefit a company. A Managed Service Provider is an outsourced third-party company that manages the tasks of day-to-day management services...
  • Ways to Make Your Computer Faster
    We’ve all been there—you get a shiny, new computer that moves faster than anything you’ve ever had before. And you vow to protect it with your life. You tell yourself you’ll only download the essentials to keep it nice and fast, and you don’t even let...
  • The Sweet Spot Between Managed IT and In-House Support
    For many business owners, there is a bright line of demarcation between the world of managed IT services and the alternative of handling technical and client support entirely in-house. Each option has its advantages and drawbacks, and each option has its advocates in the...
  • Elevated Technologies Ranked Among Top 501 Managed Service Providers by MSPmentor
    Elevated Technologies Ranked Among Top 501 Managed Service Providers by MSPmentor 10th Annual MSP 501 Ranking and Study IdentifiesWorld’s Most Progressive MSPs in Information Technology DATE June 13, 2017: Elevated Technologies ranks among the world’s most progressive 501 Managed Service Providers (MSPs), according to MSPmentor’s 10th-annual...
  • Ransomware: 8 Reasons You Shouldn’t Pay the Ransom
    If you’ve been infected with ransomware, you should think twice before paying the ransom. While it may seem like the easiest way to regain access to your files, it could have some serious consequences. Here are seven reasons you shouldn’t pay the ransom. If you...
  • Outsourcing Your IT Support
    Your days are filled with making decisions that will guide your business into the future.  It’s easy to put your IT needs on the backburner, but that will only lead to days spent putting out IT fires rather than focusing on your growth.  In...
  • Elevated Technologies Among Houston Business Journal’s 100 Fastest Growing Companies for 2016
    We are proud to announce that Elevated Technologies has been once again been honored with a spot among the Houston Business Journal’s 2016 Fast 100 List. This list recognizes the fastest growing private companies from across the Houston area, all of which have operated...
  • Disaster Recovery
    A disaster is any accident or event that causes great damage or loss. A disaster can be a flood, sudden loss of power, physical damage, or any natural or human-induced disaster. Many businesses do not have a backup plan or disaster recovery plan in...
  • Things to Keep in Mind When Buying a New Computer
    So it’s that time, you need a new computer. Many people will flock to their local Best Buy and let the salesperson wine and dine them for the best computer model. They do this simply because they don’t know the things to avoid or...
  • Watson Has a New Job
    You may or may not have heard of Watson by IBM. In case you haven’t heard of it, IBM Watson is a technology platform that uses natural language processing and machine learning to reveal insights from large amounts of unstructured data. Basically, it can...
  • Johnson & Johnson Moves to the Cloud
    In today’s world, everyone seems to be backing everything up to the cloud, from data and pictures to important documents. Many companies are using the cloud as a way to back up their data. Big corporations have started doing the same thing. It seems...
  • HPE Sued Oracle: Here is the Story
    From the world of mergers and acquisitions to the world of law suits, HP was previously in the news for their known merger with Computer Sciences Corporation (CSC). The most recent activity regarding HPE is their lawsuit against Oracle. HPE and Oracle have had...
  • Windows 10 Is Having More Issues
    Everyone who has ever used Microsoft knows that the company is compelling users to upgrade to Windows 10. Many people have already upgraded and are now experiencing problems with their computer, whether it is slow performance or computer crashes. Anyone who uses Windows has...
  • What Do We Really Know About Ransomware?
    Ransomware stops you from using your PC. It essentially holds your PC or files for “ransom”. Ransomware is a cyber-crime that hits many victims around the world and has been doing so since the late 80s. Ransomware is a type of malware that is...
  • Microsoft’s New Technical Advisor
    So we heard earlier this week that Microsoft is acquiring LinkedIn for $196 per share. The deal is expected to be wrapped up later this year and values the social networking site at $26.2 billion. Some people have voiced that Microsoft is overpaying for...
  • Microsoft Pairs with LinkedIn
    We have another merger in our midst. Microsoft has announced their plan to acquire LinkedIn. So what is the deal? Here is what you need to know. The agreement states Microsoft will purchase LinkedIn for $196 per share in an all-cash transaction valued at...
  • Battle of the Virtual Assistants
    In the world of virtual assistants, Siri has been here since the beginning. Google followed suit shortly with their VA known as Google Now. Late to the party but catching up is the Microsoft version known as Cortana. Both are virtual assistants that are...
  • Futuristic Nostalgia
    Remember the phones that were all the rage about 10 years ago, the flip phone known as the Razr? Do you remember how cool they were and how everyone had one? They were available in a variety of colors, with silver and hot pink...
  • Warren Buffet Joins Hands With Apple
    The “Oracle of Omaha,” otherwise known as Warren Buffet has long time sworn off the tech industry. Word broke on May 16th of him buying a $1 billion stake in Apple Inc. Buffett is famously opposed to investing in tech companies, and four years ago...
  • Elevated Technologies Ranked #15 Among Prestigious Houston Fast Tech 25 List
    The Houston Business Journal recognizes the top 25 fastest growing technology companies within Houston with its annual Houston Fast Tech 25 list. Ranked based on revenue growth between 2012 and 2014, the list includes only businesses that are headquartered in the Houston area. Criteria also include...
  • Elevated Technologies Ranks at #50 in Houston Business Journal’s 2015 Fast 100
    Elevated Technologies has been honored among the Houston Business Journal’s 2015 Fast 100 List. An awards luncheon on September 17th recognized these 100 companies and presented a great opportunity to meet other business leaders from the Houston area. We ranked at #50 on the list! The...
  • Elevated Technologies Honored in Houston Business Journal’s Fast 100 List
    We’re pleased to share that the incredible growth seen by Elevated Technologies has earned a place among the Houston Business Journal’s 2015 Fast 100 List. These 100 companies will be honored at a the Houston Fast 100 awards luncheon on Thursday, September 17. More than...
  • Elevated Tech Now Offering FlexDR
    There are a wide variety of disaster recovery (commonly referred to as DR) solutions available on the market. Even at Elevated Tech, we offer the configured infrastructure to support Arcserve, StorageCraft, Veeam, and DoubleTake DR solutions. With this many services available, it may be challenging to...
  • Concerns Raised Over Growing Medical Identity Theft
    Identity theft across all fields continues to grow at an alarming rate, especially as more and more individuals and companies store their information electronically. One particular area of concern focuses on the medical industry, where the rate of fraud is particularly high. According to a...
  • Jason Rorie Honored in MSP 250
    Elevated Technologies, Jason Rorie Honored in 7th Annual MSPmentor 250Annual Managed Services Provider (MSP) List Honors TopExecutives, Entrepreneurs & Experts Jason Rorie, President, Elevated Technologies was selected for the seventh annual MSPmentor 250 by Penton Technology Group. The global list identifies the world’s leading Managed...
  • Last Minute Gift Ideas for Tech Lovers
    Wearable Smart Watches – Provides relevant information when and where you want itGoogle Glass –  Access information like email and texts, take hands free pictures and videos, effortlessly translate your voice, and even receive overlaid walking, cycling or driving directions with within your field of...
  • Commercial IT Services Houston
    With so much going on in the business sector of our world today, it’s next to impossible to properly run a company successfully without functioning IT and online capabilities. Here at Elevated Technologies in Houston, TX, we specialize in high-end commercial IT services, from...
  • IT support services
    Working in the tech industry, we know the amount of technical errors, glitches, and bad luck that can take place on a regular basis, which is why we’re ready to help you all hours of the day. Technical malfunctions and errors don’t rest, and...
  • Managed Data Backup, Houston
    When you’re thinking about your company, think about how much it would cost your business if you lost your critical data. It would cost you money, time, clients, and so much more. Thankfully, Elevated Technologies has the solution to ensure that you aren’t ever...
  • Cloud Computing Services, Houston
    By now, I’m sure you’ve heard of cloud computing. From Apple and U2 releasing an entire album for free that automatically downloaded to every iTunes and iPhone, to the leaked celebrity photos, the cloud has been front-and-center in the news this year. But unlike...
  • Emergency IT Support Houston
    For anyone looking for emergency IT support in the Houston area, Elevated Technologies is here to help. Our managed services offer a comprehensive combination of 24/7 monitoring and support. We are available all hours of the day and every day of the week to...
  • Cloud Computing and Data Loss Statistics
    94% of Enterprises are at least discussing cloud or cloud services – this figure is up from 75% a year ago – Symantec 2013 Report “Avoiding the Hidden Costs of the Cloud” Cloud Computing95% of companies experienced a data outage in the past year. Ponemon Institute, Cloud Computing25% of...
  • Cloud Questions
    If charged with the important task of choosing the next IT support provider for your business, consider the following topics and questions. Discuss some or all before signing a service level agreement. Business Questions 1. Which is the best cloud option for my business – public, private, or...
  • Patch for IE Bug
    As many of you are aware, support for Windows XP ended on April 8, 2014. Just 3 weeks later on April 26th, Microsoft announced that Internet Explorer versions 6 through 11 were at risk for attacks from malicious websites.  We released information regarding the IE...
  • Cyber Security Smarts
    Cyber Security Smarts.  At Elevated Technologies, we are not under any misguided impressions that we can completely eliminate human error with regard to the IT networks we maintain; human error is inevitable. Our goal is to mitigate as much risk as possible by not only...
  • Office 2003, Windows XP end support
      Windows is ending support on XP and Office 2003 on April 8th.  After 12 years, support for Windows XP will cease on April 8, 2014. What does this mean for your business if you have not migrated to a more current system? Data Security Vulnerabilities By maintaining...
  • 2nd Annual Energy Network Expo
    Elevated Technologies is excited to be a 2014 Platoon Level Exhibitor in the 2nd Annual Energy Network Expo taking place in the Woodlands, TX on April 3, 2014! Find ET at Booth #302/304 for Expo fun and prizes! The event will be at the Woodlands Waterway Marriott...
  • Seeking Technical Engineer
    Houston and surrounding area: IT Firm Seeking Technical Engineer Expanding Houston IT firm seeking an energetic, personable technical professional with solid work ethic, to become a member of our technical team.  We offer competitive compensation and bonus structure to our employees. We provide full-service technology solutions...
  • CompTIA Security – Who Should You Trust?
    When it comes to your business critical data, this is an extremely important question to ask! Data is the essential piece of the puzzle that keeps you in business. You have to trust that it will be treated with confidentiality and best business practices...
  • Houston Chamber of Commerce Business Ops
    Elevated Technologies is pleased to announce its membership with the Houston West Chamber of Commerce, an organization in business for business. Houston West Chamber of Commerce provides a common ground for local organizations to meet and expand their professional network.  With its combined members, they have excelled...
  • TechStreet Houston 2013
    If you missed Tech Street Houston last week, be thankful ET didn’t! The inaugural event took place at the George R. Brown Convention Center in the heart of downtown Houston. This was a giant step in the right direction for Houston business owners and natives. Straight...
  • Global IP Networks, Elevated Tech Partner Up
    Elevated Technologies is excited to announce its partnership with Global IP Networks, a commitment-based datacenter strategically located in the heart of the technology corridor in Plano, TX. Global IP Networks has a stable power supply, solid network infrastructure, and a strong business ethic. Elevated Technologies...
  • N-Able Global Summit Expert Panel
    N-Able Technologies and MSPmentor Invite Elevated Technologies to Participate In Expert Panel October, 2013: Elevated Technologies is pleased to announce its participation in a 3 person expert panel to discuss cloud computing. President of Elevated Technologies, Jason Rorie, will contribute in examining how cloud services...
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    Meet CHAMP! C loud H osting A nd M anagement P rofessional CHAMP is the industry expert when it comes to Cloud Services and technical knowledge. He is our Cloud Hosting And Management Professional who works hard every minute to stay up to date on ever-changing IT trends, technological advancements, and industry news to help your business generate efficiency and produce more...
  • Elevated Technologies Among Top Global MSPs
    Elevated Technologies is pleased to announce their place on Nine Lives Media’s MSPmentor 100 Small Business Edition.  The list honors the world’s top 100 managed service providers (MSPs) that have 10 or fewer employees. Nine Lives Media, a division of Penton Media, defines emerging IT...
  • 2013: Primed for Innovation
    So we’ve survived the Mayan Apocalypse, weathered the holidays and right about now that New Years hangover should be subsiding.   No?  Well, if your brain can stand the bright glare of the monitor for a few more minutes, check out some of these modern...
  • Top 3 Reasons for Going Cloud in 2013
    If you keep up with technology trends, spend time on the internet or simply watch TV that’s littered with ads about it, you’ve heard of the Cloud. And if you’re like the majority of the population, most likely you’ve found yourself thinking, “Okay…it seems...
  • Elevated Tech, CompTIA Partners Trustmark
    Elevated Technologies Earns Industry Credential for Managed IT Services ProvidersCompTIA MSP Partners Trustmark signifies commitment to high industry code of conduct, high level of customer support Elevated Technologies, a Technology Design and Management Firm,  announced today it has received the CompTIA MSP Partners Trustmark for its use...
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