Column: Agility and flexibility are key in navigating the next normal
As the first quarter of 2021 rolls to a close, we are starting to see a glimpse of the next normal thanks to the rapid development and deployment of a COVID-19 vaccine. Read more
Tech View
Column: Crypto craze is creating new channels for creators
Something is only worth what someone is willing to pay for it. In the digital age, “something” includes things made entirely out of electronic zeroes and ones. Read more
Column: Move toward food security by utilizing agro-forestry
With the onset of the COVID era, food security is once again front and center. Read more
Column: How scammers work is worth understanding
Luckily, for the good netizens of the world, it’s easy to check whether you have been the victim of a past hack or data breach, and you don’t even have to delve into the dark web itself to check. Read more
Column: ‘Securing the New Normal’ emphasizes cybersecurity
Finding the right balance between cybersecurity and business agility might seem daunting, but protecting your business, especially during the current changing landscape, will set the stage for future success. Read more
Column: Clubhouse audio chat app is hailed as talk radio 2.0
Clubhouse, launched in the middle of the pandemic lockdown last spring with over $10 million in venture funding, enjoyed relative obscurity and a somewhat off-putting air of exclusivity for most of its existence. Read more
Column: Digital media can be a way to grow Hawaii’s economy
Chris Lee, former Hollywood executive and founder of the Academy for Creative Media at the University of Hawaii, says film, video production and digital media could be a billion-dollar industry in Hawaii. Read more
Column: Multifactor authentication is a necessity in today’s world
While MFA might seem like a pain, it is a necessity in today’s world. The extra steps required more than offset the security it provides. Read more
Column: Top technology trends to focus on this year
As we start the new year, one of the top questions on everyone’s mind may be, How will I be affected by the current conditions and challenges we are facing? For business owners, especially those of small businesses, this question has a potentially greater toll and can change to, How will the unfolding circumstances and conditions of 2021 affect my business? Read more
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Column: Platforms are as powerful as users allow them to be
Talk is cheap. Hate is profitable. Last week’s insurrection attempt at the U.S. Capitol was heartbreaking, horrifying and shameful. It was also entirely predictable. Read more
Column: Options to consider for when the grid goes down
For better or worse, the specter of COVID-19 and climate change has engendered a near-apocalyptic mindset among many of us. For good measure, let’s add another catastrophic variable to the equation. Read more
Column: The traits that make for a good IT engineer
So you have a computer problem, and you or your organization has just engaged a new IT engineer. Of course, you are skeptical as to their abilities. What are some telltale signs of whether the engineer is worth their weight in salt? Read more
Column: Hindsight becomes 20/20 when evaluating the year
Can you believe that it’s already December with 2021 less than two weeks away? I often say that hindsight is 20/20 when evaluating outcomes or situations that didn’t go as initially planned. While many of us would like to leave 2020 behind as quickly as we can and move onto the promise of a new start in 2021, I think it’s essential to focus on a few lessons that 2020 taught us. Read more
Column: The best kind of visitor can give back to Hawaii
The appeal of Hawaii during a global pandemic remains strong. While COVID-19 brought tourism to the brink of collapse, more people are coming to the islands every day — some of them because the coronavirus crisis is even worse elsewhere. Read more
Column: Entrepreneur muses about Hawaii as a tech economy
Can Hawaii meaningfully diversify its economy with a technology sector? With the collapse of our hospitality industry, this question has never been more important. Read more
Column: Wi-Fi network’s safety depends on connection
With so many folks working remotely nowadays, we are often questioned about the safety and security of Wi-Fi networks. Should one be worried when conducting sensitive business over Wi-Fi? Read more
Column: Reevaluate your network to meet your business goals
Is it time to redesign your network? Are users complaining about the network being slow, taking forever to open a large attachment over email or constantly getting kicked out of applications during peak traffic times? Read more
Column: Discord can bring harmony to text chats and video calls
My friends know to never call me on the phone. If I had my way, I’d delete the phone off my smartphone altogether. Read more
Tech View: Composting tumbler helps add crucial nutrients to soil
This column continues our series on sustainability. With people spending a great deal more time in the garden, growing your own food has become a serious enterprise. Read more
Tech View: Buying extended warranty might not be worth the cost
Since the advent of the personal computer, businesses and individuals alike have pondered the question, Do you want the extended warranty with that? Read more
Tech View: Business resilience lessons spurred by global pandemic
Reach out to your trusted technology partner to help you prepare for the next “new normal.” Start by considering where your business is today and selecting the right technology to help you survive and thrive tomorrow. Read more
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