December 19, 2024
Announcement: Service Express Acquires Mid-Range
Service Express, an industry-leading data center and infrastructure solutions provider, announces the acquisition of Mid-Range, a managed infrastructure solutions provider based in the Greater Toronto Area.
October 8, 2024
Choosing the Right Path: VMware, Virtualization Alternatives, or Cloud?
The acquisition of VMware by Broadcom has introduced significant changes to the virtualization landscape, prompting organizations to reassess their IT strategies. With revised licensing terms, the discontinuation of the free version, and a shift towards cloud-based solutions, businesses are left questioning whether to remain with VMware or explore alternative options. In this blog post, we delve into the implications of these changes, evaluate the potential benefits of cloud migration, and provide insights on how to choose the right path forward for your organization. At Mid-Range, we are here to support you through the decision-making process and assist you in your migration journey, ensuring you find the best solution to meet your unique needs.
July 15, 2024
7 Key Reasons Why You Need Veeam Backup for Microsoft Office 365
Discover the essential reasons why Veeam Backup for Office 365 is crucial for your business. Protect against accidental deletions, internal and external security threats, and compliance issues. Ensure comprehensive data protection and seamless management of hybrid deployments with Veeam's robust backup solutions. Learn more about safeguarding your Office 365 data today.
February 9, 2024
The Looming Skill Gap: How IBM i Users Face a Retiring Workforce and a Talent Drought
Debunking common myths about cloud migration to unlock its potential. Simplified processes, robust security, cost savings, and performance optimization revealed. Make informed decisions, drive innovation
May 31, 2023
Debunking the Top 5 Myths about Migrating to the Cloud: Insights for IT Decision Makers
Debunking common myths about cloud migration to unlock its potential. Simplified processes, robust security, cost savings, and performance optimization revealed. Make informed decisions, drive innovation
May 16, 2023
Reflections on Think 2023
April 3, 2023
Why Your Business Needs Immutable Backups Today
Immutable backups are an essential tool for any organization that wants to ensure the integrity and recoverability of its critical data. IBM FlashSystem provides an ideal platform for creating and managing immutable backups that can help organizations mitigate the risk of data loss due to cyberattacks, human error, or system failures.
November 15, 2021
[Part 3] IBM Power in the Cloud: Considerations and Practical Realities
When evaluating the move from on-premise to the cloud, IBM Power customers across various industries typically ask the same two questions. What stays the same? And, what do I have to give up? It is important for organizations to take the time to complete a careful evaluation to determine their particular business reasons for making the move to the cloud, as well as evaluate the business risks.
November 8, 2021
[Part 2] Getting from Power On-Prem to Hybrid or Full Cloud: What it actually takes
Many IBM Power on-premise customers make the move to the cloud for the opportunity to worry less about their hardware components and related infrastructure and focus more on their business capabilities. Working with a cloud partner with the necessary platform and infrastructure skills, can not only relieve Power customers of some complex technical responsibilities but can also enable them to re-allocate staff to other important activities that drive business value.
November 1, 2021
[Part 1] The Road to Power Cloud: June 21st, 1988, to Power10. The Journey Continues.
For over twenty years, IBM was “king,” dominating the large computer market. By the 1980s, the world had woken up to the fact that the IBM mainframe was expensive and difficult, taking a long time and a lot of work to get anything done. Eager for a new solution, tech professionals turned to the brave new concept of distributed systems for a more efficient alternative. On June 21st, 1988, IBM announced the launch of the AS/400, their answer to distributed computing.
September 17, 2021
Encryption Options on IBM i
With the increased number of ransomware and malware attacks hitting computer systems both for business and end-users, many organizations are looking at encryption to protect their data. Here are 5 options outlined, with the pros & cons for each.
July 14, 2021
Executive Briefing: Kaseya Supply Chain Attack
Globally, a new ransomware attack hit thousands of organizations that use a remote management tool called Kaseya. The extent of the attack is just now becoming apparent, and the scope continues to grow.
March 25, 2021
Solution Decision Information Flow for Better Business Decisions
When thinking about leveraging a Managed Service Provider (MSP) for your business, it is best to answer some simple questions first: Is human judgment required? If the answer is no, then automate the function as much as possible. This will free up internal resources, which will then make them more effective.
February 18, 2021
Are You Running Out of Backup Window?
If you are running out of backup window, here are 3 questions you need to ask yourself: Am I backing up things that I do not need? When was the last time I examined the BRMS logs or the save job output? Am I taking advantage of the latest tape technologies and my HA system?
January 14, 2021
The Case for Virtual Tape Library (aka VTL)
Any customer looking to upgrade their tape drive or buy a net new one should really take pause and consider VTL
November 30, 2020
Backup Your Office 365 Data
Veeam® Backup for O365 eliminates the risk of losing access and control over your data including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online OneDrive for Business and Microsoft Teams
November 2, 2020
Veeam Backup for Microsoft Office 365 – Demo Video
Veeam® Backup for Microsoft Office 365 eliminates the risk of losing access and control over your Office 365 data including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online OneDrive for Business and Microsoft Teams – so that your data is always protected.
September 11, 2020
Responding to a Disaster Using a Framework
Today, to meet the demands of the issues facing your business, the plan must be fluid and more importantly actionable.
August 20, 2020
The Importance Of Cyber Insurance
I’ve been in the cybersecurity industry for pretty much my entire adult life; it’s the only career I’ve ever had. And yet one of my favorite cybersecurity solutions to recommend to organizations is not even a solution I can provide for them. I’m talking about cyber insurance.
July 13, 2020
Why Cybersecurity Is So Complicated
When you think of problems people had with cell phones back in the 80s, whether you experienced them firsthand or you’ve seen clips from movies, you know that it’s a completely different mobile world we live in today. That seems to be the case with most tech industries — regardless of the problems that first appear, they all get eliminated eventually until we are living in a completely different world.
June 11, 2020
Home Cyber Hygiene Checklist
Our homes are becoming smarter and, as cool as that is, what’s even cooler are people who are as smart as their smart homes.
May 8, 2020
Top Takeaways from ESG’s White Paper on Multicloud Storage Environments
Research shows that when an organization has taken the necessary steps to reach Storage Maturity, they have a competitive advantage due to their ability to properly harness the power of their data.
April 3, 2020
A New Opportunity for Cyber Attacks
There's a cybersecurity threat so troublesome that not even some of the best cybersecurity technology can stop it. It's called psychology, and it's used in any number of cybercrime attacks.
March 30, 2020
An important message to our customers & suppliers
At Mid-Range, the health of our employees, customers, partners and suppliers is our top priority. As we face the COVID-19 crisis, we would like to assure you that we will continue to help you navigate
March 27, 2020
7 Cybersecurity Tips
For today’s enterprise, the question is not whether you will be attacked. It’s when, by what, and how badly your company’s reputation or finances will be damaged. A Disaster Recovery Plan is key. Here are 7 tips that will help you keep your data safe.
March 17, 2020
The Cybercrime Equation
Learn the best ways to keep your systems and your data safe from ransomware attacks, with advice from Danny Pehar, Bestselling Cybersecurity Author and Technology Council Member at Forbes.
January 28, 2020
The Three “V”s of Big Data
Before you create your first draft of the schema or the architecture you must put into perspective this part of the problem you are being asked to solve. You must deal with the three “V”s of data which are volume, velocity, and variety.
October 1, 2019
Mid-Range achieved Platinum Partner Status with IBM!
This is an achievement that few businesses are able to achieve, and requires dedication and success beyond industry averages.
As an IBM Platinum Partner, we have access to IBM resources and training to supplement our already vast range of knowledge and experience in IT.
August 12, 2019
October 29th Cybersecurity Awareness Leadership Lessons
Danny Pehar, Cybersecurity Expert and Forbes Author, teamed up with Mid-Range to deliver cybersecurity training during a recent event in Toronto, Ontario.
The event put a strong focus on security training to combat enterprise-level ransomware and fraud. Learn some of the key highlights and advice:
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