The way we work has changed significantly in the last two years. As a result of the sudden shift to many workers being home-based, 40% of firms invested in IT solutions – a significant boost in numbers that shone the spotlight on the importance of high quality tech.
This growth in IT usage is ongoing. Research firm Gartner predicted a 4.7% growth in IT spending across EMEA in 2022, revealing the importance of having suitable hardware across various sectors.
If you’re a business owner considering your current IT setup, it’s likely you’re planning ahead. To help you decide on the IT you need for your team, here are some key hardware that you’ll need.
Desktop computers and laptops
Desktops and laptops like Lenovo for example, are the main interfaces used by employees and business owners alike. This is where most office-based workers are doing their jobs from, so it’s important that they have access to an interface that allows them to do their job successfully.
Investing in the latest laptops now might seem like a significant expense, however these computers are likely to last for a few years, meaning you won’t have to pay twice for these essentials.
Desktop setups are perfect for permanent offices where work is always done from one spot. However, laptops have become more popular in recent years as workers can easily unplug and head to a meeting room or to a coworking space for the day.
Mobile devices
While laptops are technically classed as mobile devices, this type of hardware refers to smartphones, tablets, and work phones. We’re more connected than ever – something that’s helped get many companies through the last few years. By offering some key team members smart devices, you’re allowing them to work remotely successfully.
Some examples of employees that would benefit form mobile devices for work include sales teams and communications team members who need to react quickly to any crisis comms.
USB drives
USB drives have been in use for a while, but they remain a useful tool for transferring data easily and securely. Ensuring you have the right ports to support USB devices is also crucial as this ensures these storage solutions can be used and accessed easily.
Routers
Wi-Fi is essential for the smooth running of any business that relies on internet use. Research the routers that are currently available and find one that fits your organisation. As well as connectivity, you need this key piece of hardware to offer suitable download speeds that can support your staff. To do this, factor in how big your business is and how many people will need to access the company’s router at any one time. From there, you can decide on the router that works for you.
Servers
Servers are the storage facility you need for all the data your team is working with. While laptops act as their own server, a dedicated server can store significant amounts of memory and provides security and backup in the event that any data is lost from a laptop.
Take the time to plan out the hardware your organisation needs. This is an investment that will help you to run your business smoothly and successfully.
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