Most business leaders group Information Technology (IT) into one bucket and think an IT engineer can facilitate all their technology needs. However, this isn’t possible because “IT” doesn’t mean what you might think. More specifically, Information Systems (IS) is distinctly different than just IT and is a vitally important area of business technology.

There is no one simple solution that will eliminate all business security risks. However, organizations can thoughtfully build a robust internal culture of security that can profoundly decrease those risks. This holistic approach starts from the top down.

Do you know what to expect when it comes to budgeting for your growing company’s IT needs? Can you provide investors accurate costs to deliver your services? Without predictability in your business' approach to IT, you can’t accurately plan a budget for the next four to five years. This lack of consistency and ability to budget can hamper a business' scalability.

Business leaders are often tempted to make technology choices based on short-term savings that can lead to long-term headaches. Do any of these sound familiar?

Earlier this year, C Spire announced the formation of the C Spire Rural Broadband Consortium with four technology companies - Nokia, Microsoft, Airspan Networks, and Siklu - to study solutions for bringing broadband connectivity to rural areas. So, what does that mean?

"Mississippi’s rural counties lose millions of dollars a year in deferred economic benefits due to a lack of technology and slow internet speeds," says Ivy Kelly, C Spire Technology Strategist. That's why
C Spire has united with four fellow technology powerhouses to scout options to reduce the broadband digital divide in these areas.