Top enterprise system integration methods and tools

By: Sean K Blair, CTO at MXOtech

You use connected devices and systems like Alexa, smartwatches and smartphones to perform everyday actions. In the workplace, enterprise systems for accounting, customer relationship management and enterprise resource planning have also become increasingly interconnected.

For Chicago Businesses: The 9-Step Security Checklist to ensure safe, recoverable data

It seems like the news mentions a new cyberattack or cyber threat almost daily, so how could you possibly relax knowing that these innovative and creative hackers are constantly designing new ways to catch you and your data off-guard? A well-designed secure computer network can give you the confidence that “all systems are go,” whether you’re at home or in the office.

7 disaster recovery tips to help your Chicago business avoid data loss

You stride into the office early one Monday morning. You grab a cup of coffee, flip on your computer and start checking email…

A note pops up that rivets your attention, announcing that your files have been encrypted and will only be returned upon payment of a ransom.

Read these tips to help ensure this doesn’t happen to you!

MXOtech CEO Joanna Mirov honored as one of the 15 Top Business Women in Illinois

“I’ve had my ups and downs since I launched MXOtech in 2005, but part of what has helped me persevere has been my amazing network of people I’ve surrounded myself with – people that have supported my vision and helped me to make it a reality.”

Joanna Sobran is included among the state’s most inspiring female executives, influencers and achievers who are impacting various industries in corporate America.

What exactly is a business process improvement (BPI) assessment?

A BPI is defined as the strategy a business uses to automate processes in order to contain costs. It consists of integrating applications, restructuring labor resources, and using software applications throughout the organization.

7 “need to know” secrets to choosing the right software

I recently had the honor of being invited to participate on a technology panel of experts in front of a group of 300+ technology companies. Despite teaching best practices learned over 10 years in business, MXOtech knows that the technology industry is constantly changing, and that means there is always more to learn.

The struggle is real: why software solutions often suck

By: Sean Blair, Chief Technology Officer at MXOtech

Business owners, managers, and employees are often frustrated by the software they engage to do their jobs. Do either of these sound familiar? “This expensive accounting program I bought takes me ten times as long as it would with my old process,” or “I bought this system used by everyone in my industry, but it takes me three times as long to use it than my manual process! Plus, it crashes!” If so, you’re not alone.