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WiFi 7 vs WiFi 6: Real-World Speed, Benefits, and Should You Upgrade?

WiFi 7 is here. Learn what makes WiFi 7 different than WiFi 6, the realistic benefits of upgrading, and why most businesses won’t reach peak performance—yet.

Networking, WiFi, Wireless Solutions

Why Now Could Be the Best Time to Move to AI PCs

Windows 10 end of support is here. Learn why now is the time to upgrade to AI PCs built for security, performance, and the AI-driven future. Discover how HBS and HP can help.

AI, End of Life Software, Hardware, Productivity

Mirror Site Disaster Recovery: When Every Second Counts

Get better business continuity with a mirror site disaster recovery solution. Real-time failover, minimized data loss, and operations without disruption.

Colocation, Data Center, Disaster Recovery

Expanded Access to Microsoft 365 E5 Security and Compliance Add-Ons

Microsoft just expanded eligibility for E5 Security and E5 Compliance add-ons—no full E5 license required. Here’s what’s new and how to get started.

Licensing, Microsoft, Microsoft 365

Microsoft 365 Business Premium and Office 365 E1 Grants Are Going Away—Now What?

Microsoft is ending its Business Premium and Office 365 E1 nonprofit grants after July 1, 2025—what’s changing, how it may impact you, and how HBS can help.

Microsoft 365, Microsoft Licensing

Is It Time for a Fractional Project Manager?

A fractional project manager gives you project leadership when you need it, without the overhead of a full-time hire. Is it right for you? Find out here.

Fractional Work, IT Leadership, Productivity, Project Management

What Is a 419 Scam? How to Recognize Them and Avoid Them

Learn how 419 scams work, what red flags to watch for, and how to protect yourself and your team from this common and costly form of online fraud.

Email, Phishing, Security Awareness

Get to Know Dynamics 365 Business Central

Discover how Microsoft Business Central helps businesses connect financials, operations, sales, and service in one cloud-based ERP.

Business Central, ERP, Microsoft

Microsoft Specializations: What They Really Mean for You

Microsoft Specializations are much more than badges—they’re proof your partner can—and will—delivers results.

Azure, Collaboration, Microsoft, Microsoft 365, Security

AI PCs from HP: Smarter Devices for a Smarter Business

AI is coming to business PCs. See how HP AI PCs from HBS help organizations work smarter, stay secure, and simplify IT management.

AI, Hardware, Productivity

Microsoft Copilot Versions: Pricing, Use Cases and More

Microsoft Copilot isn’t just one single product—it’s a lineup of powerful AI tools. We'll explore the differences between each version, what they cost, and how to choose the right Copilot for your organization.

AI, Copilot, Productivity

Fractional IT Leadership: Smart, Strategic, and Scalable

Get top-tier IT leadership without the full-time cost. Fractional IT leaders provide strategic planning, security oversight, and digital transformation expertise—on your terms.

Fractional Work, IT Leadership, vCIO, vCISO

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