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What Questions Should You Ask an MSP Before Switching Providers?

Before switching IT providers, engineering firms should ask about software expertise, response times, security track record, backup and disaster recovery, and pricing structure - not just cost. Here are the specific questions worth asking any MSP before signing a contract. ...

Is Your Katy Business Ready for a Disaster? The 15-Minute Meeting You Can't Skip

If a hurricane, flood, or power outage hit your business tomorrow, would your ...

How Do Engineering Firms Securely Share Files Between Office and Job Site?

Engineering firms can securely share files between office and job site using secure cloud collaboration platforms, VPN-based access to office servers, or managed file-sharing solutions built with proper authentication and monitoring - not by emailing files back and forth or ...

What's the Best Way for Engineering Firms to Back Up Large CAD/BIM Files?

The best way to back up large CAD and BIM files is with an automated, offsite backup solution designed specifically to handle large file sizes and frequent revisions - not manual copying, and not relying on your cloud storage platform ...

Why Is My Revit or AutoCAD File Rendering So Slow?

Slow rendering in Revit or AutoCAD is most often caused by one of three things: underpowered or misconfigured workstation hardware, an overloaded or poorly optimized network, or oversized files that haven't been cleaned up or managed properly. Here's how to ...

How To Choose An IT Provider Who Understands AutoCAD, Revit, and Bluebeam Performance Issues

The right IT provider for AutoCAD, Revit, and Bluebeam performance issues is ...

Why Is Your Firm's File Search So Slow and How to Fix It?

Slow file search on an engineering firm's server is usually caused by an ...

Does Cloud Storage Back Up Your Files? What Engineering Firms Need to Know

No, cloud storage platforms do not automatically back up your files the ...

What's Included in Managed IT Services for Architecture and Engineering Firms?

Managed IT services for architecture and engineering firms typically include four core components: ...

How Do I Protect CAD Files and Project Data from Ransomware?

The best way to protect CAD files and project data from ransomware is ...

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