Improving business operations is not the only reason forward-thinking companies are making capital investments this year. Temporary tax laws have created added incentive.

If your business purchases new software or hardware in 2011, you could dramatically reduce how much you pay Uncle Sam with Bonus Depreciation and Section 179. Taking advantage of the tax benefits is not difficult, but you could miss the boat if you don't keep these important dates in mind.

Finding a trustworthy and competent technology consultant can be challenging. It's a lot like trying to find a good mechanic. In both cases, it's easy for a technician to take advantage of their customer's lack of knowledge.

Sometimes you don't know that you've hired the wrong IT person or firm until you are halfway through a project and have invested substantial time and money. Other times it is not that obvious. Before outsourcing your computer support or hiring any consultant to work on your network, consider this advice.

You've got one for every site and every application you use - e-mail, online banking, social media sites, and your CRM system, just to name a few.

With so many password protected sites to keep track of, the inclination is to always use the same password for every site or to make it so easy you can't possibly forget it (like using Password123). Unfortunately, this compromises all of your data and makes it easy for cyber-attackers to steal sensitive, confidential information. Here are 7 tips for choosing a secure password.

Most people don't understand the significance of a Microsoft Partner logo or what the silver and gold text means. We don't blame you. It's like trying to decipher hieroglyphics. Why should you care?  

Actually, there are quite a few reasons. The Microsoft silver & gold competencies are put in place to ensure that customers are always working with trusted experts that are the right fit for their business. If you're working with a company that doesn't have these certifications, you're taking a big risk. Here is an explanation of the Microsoft partner credentials and what they mean for you.

Nearly 90% of 8-16 year olds have seen inappropriate images online. Most of them stumble upon it as a result of conducting research for their homework. With frightening numbers of pornography, child predators, and other harmful online risks, protecting your children's online activity is a MUST. With these 4 features, Net Nanny Parental Controls software by ContentWatch helps you do just that.

Microsoft recently announced that its Office 365 and Dynamics NAV are now being offered as an integrated system. The interoperability between the two solutions amplifies the value of Microsoft Dynamics NAV and ushers in a new era of productivity.

When you combine Microsoft Dynamics NAV with the everyday office applications found in Office 365 (Word and Sharepoint, for example) there are 7 additional benefits you'll be able to reap.

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We're attending. Are you?  Organized by an independent association of companies sharing the common interest of optimizing their usage of Microsoft Dynamics NAV, NAVUG Forum will have a jam packed agenda featuring over 85 breakouts sessions, including roundtables, Microsoft Conduits, Partner Showcase Theatres, Customer Showcase Theatres and How2 sessions. Check out the NAVUG Forum 2011 web site and register for the event!