In a world where businesses are totally dependent on technology to operate, how do organizations focus on their core business when they are distracted by the constant changes and threats that arise in IT? Are vendors creating too much fear?

If you manage an IT organization, you have likely had several meetings about the latest malware, Petya (or NotPetya as some are referring to it), and your meetings are focusing on the escalation of malicious intent that these exploits are having. You are also discussing legacy operating systems on your network that you haven’t been able to upgrade due to reasons such as proprietary applications, user training hurdles, license and upgrade costs, and your IT team’s time and availability. I have been thinking a lot about Broadleaf’s systems and the systems we manage for our customers. I have been putting myself in the position that an exploit is already out, imagining a worst- case scenario that the Vendors are playing catch-up, and my focus is what knowledge and tools will help me avoid catastrophic issues. I wanted to take a moment to share my thoughts. Below is a list of items I consider critical in managing an IT infrastructure.

In the world of IT ,an assessment helps you better understand your current state of technology, minimize business risks and prepare your organization for future needs.

The 9th annual Bicycles Battling Cancer ride on Sunday June 11th began and finished at the Hillside School in Marlborough, MA. Ty Cornwall, Broadleaf’s President participated in the 30 mile ride and joined the post ride celebration along with Chuck Mosca, Broadleaf COO and Terry Donovan, Broadleaf Solution Specialist. Check out our photos from the event.

Typically, we think of a managed service provider as a business that provides services for an agreed upon fee. More often than not, organizations choose their provider based on cost, service definition, location proximity, contract terms, etc. At Broadleaf, it is our goal from the earliest stages of our engagement with you to become your partner rather than just your provider.