Entries by Garin Livingstone

The value of outsourcing IT

Many organizations invest in Information Technology (IT) as a strategic advantage; others see it as an expensive necessity.  We tend to favor the former perspective, but empathize with the latter; although IT can consume significant financial resources, it is a cornerstone of most modern organizations. Either way, a key decision is whether to keep IT […]

Dana Biello joins Bryley Systems

Dana Biello is an experienced IT professional with a solid technical background deploying, troubleshooting, and supporting Microsoft Windows desktop computers and Microsoft Office applications.  She has held technical positions as an IT Specialist at Patriot Ambulance and at MarketOne International, supporting the end-users at both organizations while maintaining a successful track record of completing IT […]

Garin Livingstone advances to Project Manager

Garin Livingstone, a member of Bryley Systems’ technical-services team since 2008, has been promoted to Project Manager. In this new role, Garin will focus on project management, from proposal generation through deployment, training, and documentation.  Garin will also support the Business Development team and will address the continuing development of Bryley’s Managed IT Services and […]

Technology roundtable at the Central Mass. Business Expo

Please join our panel of local IT experts for Central Mass Business Expo’s Examining the Cloud, Mobility, and Data Security, an information-technology roundtable at the Central Mass. Business EXPO (CMBE) on November 5th from 2pm to 3pm at the DCU Center. Information technology is a strategic concern of business owners and managers.  Our panel will […]

A (mostly) true tale: The Company We Keep (or From Buses to Beer)

Cathy and Gavin Livingstone, owners of Bryley Systems, a Managed IT Services Provider (MSP) ranked in the top 500 MSPs worldwide, went to dinner with friends.  While entering the restaurant, a WRTA (Worcester Regional Transit Authority) bus drove by; Gavin said to the couple: “Hey, that’s our client!” The couple was impressed. During the meal, […]

Bryley Basics: Improve the battery life of your mobile device

Unfortunately, batteries degrade; they wear down with time.  Fortunately, here are some steps you can take to keep them working longer. 1.) Charging habits: Unplug when charged – If the device says full charge; believe it, and unplug. Don’t store at full charge – Wait a minute after charging before power-down. Don’t discharge – Discharging […]

Introducing Microsoft Office 2016

Microsoft Office 2016 for Windows should launch on September 22nd; the Macintosh version released in July.  After this upcoming release, perpetual licenses of Office 2013 and earlier versions will be difficult to acquire legally. Significant changes include: Create, open, edit, and save Cloud-based documents Real-time co-authoring New Tell Me search tool Not so significant features […]

Migrating to Windows 10 – Now, later, or never?

Migrations bring about change in the lives of technology end-users, whether desired or not.  Often, the IT-support team receives undeserved blame for issues with a new operating system; although, they can help smooth the way by testing core software applications and devices for compatibility before upgrading. So, here you are with new computers that ship […]