Good cybersecurity is a critical part of modern business operations. Business owners should be aware of several important aspects of their digital security to help protect company assets and maintain the continuity of your operations. Let’s go through four points every business needs to address.

The point-of-sale (POS) system has evolved from a simple cash register into the dynamic hub of your business operations. Beyond that satisfying sound it makes (if you turn on that feature) it now handles inventory, customer data, and more. Your POS is working harder than ever—but is it working smarter for you? As a mission-critical system, choosing or upgrading your POS isn't just about processing payments; it's about future-proofing your success.

As the water cooler whispers about artificial intelligence get louder, workers are actively becoming worried about the status of their jobs. The idea of robots taking jobs can sound alarming, but knowledge is power. By understanding how AI works and what it can do for a business, employers and employees alike can gain some perspective and peace of mind. 

In nearly every office, the printer hums along, a familiar backdrop to the workday. Have you ever paused to consider how much all that printing really adds up? If the average office worker might use around 10,000 sheets of paper annually, as some studies suggest, that is far too high with the technology that’s available to us today. That’s a significant impact on budgets and the environment.

Do you ever wonder why some businesses seem to have endless technology problems? It’s not by accident. It's often a matter of not having the smart, simple habits in place to combat issues that present themselves. Let’s take a look at three ways that your business can avoid big technology headaches.

For small and medium-sized businesses, a data backup plan might seem difficult or even impossible to implement without the right in-house IT expertise. That’s no excuse to neglect data backup, though. Today, we want to share the 3-2-1 backup rule, which is an ideal standard to aim for.

You see it everywhere, again and again: how much return an investment into proper business technology will bring, with little to no context behind these claims. We want to fix that.

Let’s examine why so much information about modern IT options can be less than helpful, and see if we can’t clarify what it means. Simplifying tech for the businesses we work with is one of our primary goals, after all.

Growing your business means making smart choices, and that definitely includes getting the right technology. Finding the right tech can often feel like a balancing act: you need powerful tools to compete and grow, but you also need to be mindful of your budget.

At Dresner Group, serving businesses right here in Maryland, we help you find that sweet spot where your tech investments truly support your goals without unnecessary costs.

Picture this: You're a Maryland business owner, discussing a crucial IT upgrade or vetting a new managed service provider. The representative offers a reassuring smile and says, "Don't worry about the details, just trust us. We've got this." It sounds confident, maybe even comforting. But relying on that vague assurance for your company's technology backbone is like building a house without blueprints—incredibly risky.

Trust is vital, but in the complex world of IT, verification is essential. The old saying caveat emptor ("let the buyer beware") still holds true. Blindly trusting an IT provider without concrete proof can expose your Baltimore or Bel-Air business to significant dangers.

Technology is a big deal for any business, but for small businesses, keeping pace isn't just a good idea; it's becoming essential to the survival and success of the whole endeavor. Every instant gratification and falling behind can have a real effect on an organization’s ability to support their offerings.

Running a small or medium-sized business (SMB) in Maryland comes with unique rewards and challenges. You're focused on serving your customers, managing your team, and driving growth. But in today's increasingly digital world, a hidden danger looms large: cyber threats. Cybercriminals are becoming more sophisticated, and unfortunately, SMBs are often seen as prime targets.

Here at Dresner Group, Maryland's #1 IT Services Provider, we're committed to helping local businesses like yours navigate the complex cybersecurity landscape. Staying informed is the first step in protecting your valuable data and operations. Based on current trends and our expertise, here are the top 5 cybersecurity threats we see facing Maryland SMBs in 2025, along with practical steps you can take to defend your business.

The difference between embracing current business technology and sticking with antiquated technology that has served you well in the past can be stark. It's not just about avoiding sinking; it's about harnessing power, speed, and agility to reach new destinations.

There are, plainly and simply, too many ways that a modern small or medium-sized business can experience an issue that puts their IT out of commission in one way or another. Each one can hit one of these businesses particularly hard in the wallet.

Let’s review some today and discuss how they can be resolved.

Technology is woven into almost everything we do, from collaborating on projects to connecting with clients. Making sure we handle this technology correctly is important for the efficiency and security of your entire business. In this month’s newsletter, we just wanted to go through a couple of actions that can help any professional improve their technology.

How often do you find yourself feeling the weight of your agenda putting pressure on you, stressing you out, and—counterproductively—distracting you from the task you’re currently working on? Believe it or not, one of the best ways to power through and stay on track is to step away and take a minute to get your stress back under control. 

If you feel like you never have enough time to work through your to-do list, you’re far from the only one. If you make small adjustments to the way you tackle everyday tasks and responsibilities, you might be able to change your productivity habits for the better. Today, we want to explore just that: how you can make the most of your workday with simple, easy tricks.

Starting a small business is exciting, but keeping it running is the real challenge. Many businesses start with a great idea, a solid customer base, and high hopes, only to crash and burn because of avoidable mistakes. If you’re a small business owner or planning to become one, watch out for these three major pitfalls that can sink your business faster than you can say bankruptcy.

If your business owns more than one computer, you’ve got tech to track. Laptops, monitors, printers, routers, projectors, phones; it all adds up fast. If you’re not keeping an eye on it, you could end up with missing gear, surprise inefficiency, or worse, security problems. That’s why tracking your hardware isn’t just a nice-to-have. It’s a need-to-do.

When your business’ data is so crucial to your successful operations, there are certain precautions that you simply need to take for the sake of your business’ longevity. One such precaution: data backup.

Your data is the gas that powers your business’ engine, whether you’re referring to project files and intellectual property or financial info and customer records. As such, imagine what it would mean if your business ran out of gas… or, more accurately, it was siphoned out.

Technology doesn’t just support modern businesses, it drives them. Whether it's handling customer transactions, storing data, or running day-to-day operations, companies depend on their IT systems to work reliably. But what if you could spot problems before they actually cause trouble?