Whether your business must utilise the latest trends on social media or the most up-to-date web development technologies, keeping up with industry practices is a must when up against your competitors, especially if you want to be seen as a credible business. The possibilities are endless when being at the forefront of your industry. However, another crucial example of staying current is through your IT systems.  

Is your organisation currently using previous versions of Microsoft or Apple causing your task management and data collection software to lag, as it is no longer compatible with your system? If this is the case, it’s time to start thinking about updating your IT systems to focus on your business’s growth. Keep reading for guidance on how upgrading your IT system can protect your business.

Overall Business Performance

Updating your IT system can have a positive effect on your business’ performance. With annual, monthly and weekly goals set in place, you will most likely want your business to grow as time goes on. These focus points can often be threatened by financial and organisational problems, causing a business’s performance to plummet. 

Therefore, if you’re using outdated IT systems that cause issues with your task management or analytical software, projects are less likely to get done, especially in good time. By upgrading your IT system, you can stay at the forefront of technology, allowing you to use the latest software that keeps you and your business organised and functioning, thus keeping your performance levels high. 

Productivity

Furthermore, there is nothing more unmotivating than a lagging or unresponsive device. If you’re trying to get tasks completed, but your outdated system is continually showing errors, chances are your team’s productivity will diminish. By protecting your business with upgraded IT systems, you can ensure that every employee will have a smooth ride when working.  

Without productive days, your business will see little to no progression, which is why it’s vital that you are always delivering the latest technology to your team. And with the latest IT systems, they will no longer be held up by the ‘spinning wheel of doom’ or hourglass; instead, you will improve your employees’ productivity. 

Customer Experience/Satisfaction

Customer experience and satisfaction come hand in hand. If you’re offering a straight-forward and positive user journey on your website, for instance, you’re more likely to fulfil the intent of your desired conversion. On the other hand, if your outdated IT system is causing the navigation to be tricky, gaining a conversion will be more difficult. 

This is very much dependent on the nature of your business, but another example could be using the cloud for your communications with clients. An outdated IT system could cause disconnections, as well as disruptions that can not only make you look unprofessional, but it can cause simple tasks to be time-consuming. By upgrading your IT, you will be protecting your business’s reputation and your customers will have less of a reason to complain, and instead, see you as a credible organisation.

Protecting Your Data

The last, but by all means not least reason for updating your IT systems is to protect your data. Blake J. Darche, a co-founder of Area 1 Security, an American cybersecurity company, stated “older operating systems have more attack surface area, meaning there is a greater chance for a known or unknown vulnerability to exist. It is critical for organisations to migrate to modern operating systems.” This statement was released when conspiracies emerged that The Navy had been hacked. 

Evidently, if you are using outdated IT systems, your business’s vital information and protected data are more vulnerable. Older systems will have less advanced security structure; therefore, it will be easier for hackers to bypass and gain access. This type of data breach can have adverse effects on your business. Its reputation will be at risk if a clients’ or customers’ personal information is compromised, and GDPR is breached. Not to mention, if competitors gain knowledge of your data, this could jeopardise your position in the industry.

Protect Your Business With Global EMEA

Here at Global EMEA, we can help protect your business by giving you the solution to your outdated IT systems. By using the leading edge IT technology, we can help your business to thrive in its sector and continue its operations comfortably and effectively.

We can do this while also implementing only the best practices in data protection. Data is vital for any business, and with our help, you can have peace of mind that your security infrastructure and IT systems are keeping your business safe. Moreover, by outsourcing your IT management to a trusted, expert company, all of your IT updates can be handled. At Global EMEA, under our Support/Management service, we can take care of all your IT improvements, modifications and updates, ensuring your business complies with GDPR. We will also offer advice on new hire requests and redeployment.

We pride ourselves in offering only the best service while distributing industry-standard software that can significantly increase a business’s potential and success. If you’d like further information, get in contact with us today, and we will give you a thorough look into how we can benefit your business. Call us on +44 (0) 844 251 0471 or fill in our quick and easy enquiry form, to find out more.