In this episode, Shawnna interviews Systems Administrator and IT Consultant, Rick Shingu. Rick helps businesses discover their true potential by finding ways to apply IT systems that make them more productive and proactive. First, Rick explains why he prefers a cloud-based system over an on-premise system. Rick talks about how a cloud-based system will allow for consistent and automatic maintenance, promotes remote work, and has a generally low start-up cost for smaller companies. Rick also offers advice to business owners on how hiring a specialized IT consultant can set their company up for success. Stay tuned as Rick reveals what questions companies should be asking their IT department.

Highlights:

• Comparison and analysis of cloud-based systems vs. on-premise systems.
• Advice for businesses that are looking to transition to a cloud-based system.
• Things to know and do before moving to a cloud-based system to avoid issues.
• Why hiring a specialized IT consultant can help set your company up for success.
• Maintenance suggestions and software update timing.
• How COVID-19 has changed technology needs.

About Rick Shingu:
Rick Shingu has expertise in IT support, IT infrastructure, and IT services. He has a passion for technology and was always the go-to person for tech within his family when growing up. Rick graduated from California State University, Monterey Bay with a Bachelor’s in Computer Science and Information Technology with an emphasis in Network and Security. He gained further valuable experience while running an IT department for an international food and beverage company. With this experience, he saw the potential and power for IT within a corporation, so he started his own IT consulting business. He recently relocated to the Los Angeles area and works with Clinical IT Systems, focusing on compliance-based applications and hardware. Rick works to help businesses discover their true potential by finding ways to apply IT systems that make them more productive and proactive. His experience pushes him to apply the most recent technologies for automation and compliance.

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Disclaimer: This podcast discussion is for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing medical,  legal or financial advice. You should contact your doctor, attorney or financial advisor to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. Visit: www.edgysolutions.com