Due to a worldwide pandemic and lingering economic uncertainty, many businesses have been through a significant transition. Having overcome multiple challenges, they’ve now settled into the world of hybrid working.
Yet many medium-sized businesses have not fully adapted to remote working. With rapid digital change afoot, new technology can offer significant benefits to take them to the next level.
To unlock new opportunities that can help drive better outcomes, medium-sized organisations would benefit from embracing digitisation – sooner rather than later.
Finding a partner
While many businesses might already be resilient – thanks to the last few years – and at ease with their current tech stack, times are changing. This means it’s important to not only stay up to date, but also be aware of any digital advancements and the potential they can unlock.
Teaming up with a trusted technology partner could be the way forward. With investment in AI likely to increase over the coming years, now is the time to tap into new solutions and avoid being left behind. For example, implementing document management systems helps employees collaborate from one single document, which is ideal for teams working from different locations. On top of this, they can help control access to sensitive files, ensure compliance, and assist with digitally capturing information.
In fact, it could be argued that medium-sized businesses stand to gain the most from teaming up with a technology partner. Not too small to be unable to push boundaries, yet not too big to have to comply with stringent rules, their size puts them in a sweet spot of potential opportunities.
However, knowing where to start with choosing the right partner – one that caters for specific business needs – can be a challenge in itself.
Taking the right approach
Finding a technology partner can be a time-consuming process. Businesses should narrow down their search by thinking about what will really impact them day-to-day, and then build out from there.
For example, a partner that can bring extensive IT support, supply round-the-clock assistance, and deliver packages that can be tailored to specific business needs is a given.
However, they should also be able to contribute to wider business goals. This could include:
- Scaling business. The right technology partner can deliver support from the ground up by carefully considering plans and tailoring services to support every step of the journey.
- Overcoming technical challenges. From system crashes, to data breaches, to cyberattacks: a lot can go wrong. By teaming up with a technology partner, businesses can feel secure knowing that they have the right support should the worst happen.
- Becoming future-proof. The digital landscape is constantly evolving. To stay ahead of the curve, a technology partner should have access to – and be ready to implement – the latest solutions.
- Staying on top of trends. The right technology partner should be busy immersing themselves in the world of new tech. By receiving expert guidance on the latest solutions, businesses can rest easy knowing they’re always up to date and fully informed.
Partnering for success
Whether it’s faster time-to-market with services to keep customers and clients satisfied, or improved efficiency through reduced downtime, medium-sized businesses can drive real benefits when teaming up with the right technology partner.
Sharp has been a permanent fixture within offices for decades, and is a trusted partner for technological change. With Sharp, businesses not only get tailored IT support, but also access to a wealth of technology expertise, built on extensive experience helping businesses of all kinds.
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