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Digital Marketing
Digital Marketing

Why Online Reputation Marketing Is the Growth Engine Your Business Is Missing

Your online reputation drives more revenue than any ad campaign. Learn how automated reputation marketing turns happy customers into your most powerful sales tool.

Pivvr Team·Feb 19, 2026·7 min read
Productivity
Productivity

Microsoft 365 for Business: The Right Plan, the Right Partner

Microsoft 365 is more than Word and Excel. As an indirect Microsoft reseller, we help businesses choose, deploy, and manage the plan that fits — from Basic to Enterprise.

Pivvr Team·Feb 16, 2026·8 min read
Productivity
Productivity

AI for Small Business: What's Actually Useful Right Now

AI hype is everywhere, but what can it actually do for your business today? Here's a practical guide to the AI tools that deliver real value — no data science degree required.

Pivvr Team·Feb 13, 2026·7 min read
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity

Email Is Still the #1 Attack Vector — Here's How to Lock It Down

Over 90% of cyberattacks start with an email. As a Proofpoint partner, we help businesses deploy enterprise-grade email security that stops threats before they reach your inbox.

Pivvr Team·Feb 10, 2026·7 min read
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity

Phishing Attacks Are Getting Smarter — Can Your Team Spot Them?

AI-generated phishing emails look perfect. Typos and broken English are no longer red flags. Here's what modern phishing looks like and how to train your team to catch it.

Pivvr Team·Feb 7, 2026·6 min read
Custom Software
Custom Software

5 Signs Your Business Has Outgrown Its Software

Spreadsheets, workarounds, and duct-taped integrations are costing you more than you think. Here's how to know when it's time for a custom solution.

Pivvr Team·Feb 1, 2026·6 min read
Managed IT
Managed IT

Remote & Hybrid Work: The IT Infrastructure Checklist

Hybrid work isn't going away. Here's the infrastructure checklist your business needs to support remote employees without sacrificing security or productivity.

Pivvr Team·Jan 29, 2026·7 min read
Managed IT
Managed IT

What to Expect When Switching IT Providers

Switching IT providers feels risky, but staying with the wrong one costs more. Here's what a smooth transition actually looks like — and how to know it's time.

Pivvr Team·Jan 26, 2026·7 min read
Managed IT
Managed IT

Why Local IT Support Beats a 1-800 Number Every Time

When your systems go down, you don't want to explain your business to a stranger in a call center. Here's why local IT support delivers better outcomes for East Texas businesses.

Pivvr Team·Jan 23, 2026·6 min read
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity

Backup & Disaster Recovery: The Plan You Hopefully Never Need

Ransomware, hardware failure, human error — data loss happens. A solid backup and disaster recovery plan is the difference between a bad day and a business-ending event.

Pivvr Team·Jan 20, 2026·7 min read
Managed IT
Managed IT

What Does Managed IT Actually Cost?

Managed IT pricing can feel like a black box. Here's a transparent breakdown of pricing models, what's included, and how to know if you're getting real value.

Pivvr Team·Jan 17, 2026·7 min read
Managed IT
Managed IT

Cloud vs. On-Premises: Which Is Right for Your Business?

Moving to the cloud isn't all-or-nothing. Here's an honest comparison of cloud vs. on-premises infrastructure and how to decide what makes sense for your business.

Pivvr Team·Jan 14, 2026·7 min read
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity Essentials Every Small Business Needs in 2026

Small businesses are the #1 target for cyberattacks. These foundational security measures protect your data without breaking the budget.

Pivvr Team·Jan 11, 2026·6 min read
Managed IT
Managed IT

Managed IT vs Break-Fix: The True Cost Comparison

Reactive IT support might seem cheaper, but the hidden costs of downtime, security gaps, and lost productivity tell a different story.

Pivvr Team·Jan 8, 2026·4 min read
Custom Software
Custom Software

Why Custom Software Beats Off-the-Shelf for Growing Businesses

Off-the-shelf solutions force you to adapt your processes to the software. Custom software adapts to you. Here's when it makes sense to build.

Pivvr Team·Jan 5, 2026·5 min read

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