How To Become A Proactive SMB Network Manager - Small Business Computing

How To Become A Proactive SMB Network Manager

Jun 8, 2010
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ITBusinessEdge: How To Become A Proactive SMB Network Manager

Mah’s suggestions include keeping better inventory of IT gear, mapping your network and keeping in mind future growth when sizing and buying for a network.


“I was poring through some tips on how SMBs can protect their network by Michael Dragone at WindowsITPro. While article was written from a network-centric perspective, it got me thinking about how small and mid-sized companies can better manage IT in their companies in a more proactive fashion.

So I’ve put together a trio of proactive practices that I feel could benefit SMBs. As usual, you are welcome to chip in with suggestions of your own on what works and what doesn’t. Or perhaps you have first-hand experience relating to the points below? I look forward to hearing from you.”

Small Business Computing Staff

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