Our Virtual IT Director Service: The Benefits
Our Virtual IT Director service is one of our most asked about business IT support offerings. That’s because a lot of the services we offer are hugely popular and well-known, such as cyber security or Microsoft 365 support. However, many businesses already have their own IT Director, Chief Technology Officer (CTO), or Chief Information Officer […]
Unleashing the Power of Teams Telephony for Unified Communications
Microsoft Teams Telephony is a great way to improve communications and productivity in your organisation, especially for UK businesses, from start-ups with 2 or 3 staff all the way to a 300-seat environment. Based upon Microsoft Teams, an integral part of the M365 suite, MS Teams telephony helps companies to realise a number of commercial […]
Using SharePoint for Document Management
Efficient document management is crucial for maintaining productivity, collaboration, and compliance. At PurpleJelly IT, we understand the challenges organisations face when it comes to managing and organising their ever-growing collection of documents. That’s why we recommend leveraging the robust capabilities of Microsoft SharePoint, a powerful platform that revolutionises the way businesses handle their documents. With […]
Virtual Desktops and the Business Benefits
Amongst the many IT support services offered from our HQ in Surrey, virtual desktops, or Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI), attract a lot of attention. A virtual desktop is basically a computer workspace that exists on a remote server rather than a physical device. You can access this virtual workspace from any device, like a laptop, […]
Cyber Essentials Certification: What & Why?
First introduced in 2014, Cyber Essentials helps firms to minimise risk, guard against breaches and demonstrate both an understanding of, and commitment to cyber security. What is Cyber Essentials Certification? Cyber Essentials is a UK government-backed scheme that helps organisations of every size to protect themselves from cyber-attacks. The Cyber Essentials certification is both an […]
Microsoft Word Turns 40
First released in 1983, Microsoft Word has celebrated its 40th anniversary earlier this year. The venerable word processing software was first released for MS-DOS, preceding the now ubiquitous Microsoft Windows which wasn’t launched until 1985. Just like the mouse and the Graphical User Interface (GUI), Word was originally a Xerox product. Microsoft’s Bill Gates hired […]
The Value of Managed IT Services for Local Businesses
A significant component of any successful business is a robust, secure, and efficient IT system. Just like larger organisations, local businesses rely on their technology for day-to-day operations. This can be anything from desktops and laptops to mobile phones, intranet, storage, and cloud services. However, maintaining your IT infrastructure whilst trying to focus on your […]