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A down-to-earth tech blog that breaks down complex IT topics with simplicity and humour.
From tips and tricks to real-world insights, making tech easy and accessible for everyone."


What Is CAF? Understanding the CAF Framework and Why Your IT Provider Needs to Be CAF Regulated
If you’re a business owner in the UK, you need to know about the CAF framework – and more importantly, why it matters when choosing your IT support provider. The Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF)  is changing how managed service providers (IT Companies) operate in the UK. If you’re working with an IT company that hasn’t mentioned CAF, you might be taking a bigger risk than you realise. What Is the CAF framework? CAF Meaning Explained CAF  stands for Cyber Assessment Framework

Andy Price
8 min read
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Your IT Kickstart: 30 Days to Experience the Initial IT Difference
Managed IT Services in Lichfield Choosing a new IT support company in the West Midlands is a big decision. We get it. You’re trusting someone with the technology that keeps your business running, your data secure, and your team productive. That’s why we created our IT Kickstarter offer. 30 days free What You Get: Three Core Services, Free for 30 Days When you start with Initial IT, we give you full access to our three core service areas completely free for your first month

Andy Price
4 min read
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How Much is Outdated Tech Costing Your Business?
Outdated technology isn’t just frustrating It’s costing your business time, money, and security. For businesses in Lichfield and...

Andy Price
2 min read
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Why Every Small Businesses Should Achieve and Maintain Cyber Essentials
In today’s digital landscape, cyber threats are more prevalent than ever. For small businesses, the challenge of keeping sensitive data...

Andy Price
3 min read
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Microsoft Intune Device Resets: When to Use Wipe, Fresh Start or Autopilot Reset
Ever found yourself scratching your head over Microsoft Intune ’s reset methods? With three options—Wipe, Fresh Start, and Autopilot Reset—it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Fear not! Let’s break down these options, their quirks, and when to use them, so you can confidently hit the reset button when the time comes. Microsoft Intune offers several remote actions to reset Windows devices. Knowing which reset option to choose can save you time, reduce disruption and protect sensitiv

Andy Price
4 min read
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What We’re Doing When We’re Not Fixing IT Issues
Ever wondered what we’re up to when we’re not actively resolving your IT issues? At Initial IT Solutions, our work doesn’t stop when...

Andy Price
2 min read
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What is Threat Exposure Management (TEM)?
Hello there! Andy Price from Initial IT Solutions Ltd here. Let's delve into Threat Exposure Management (TEM) and its significance in...

Mia Price
2 min read
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How Can Small Businesses Embrace the Cashless Revolution?
Hello there! Andy Price from Initial IT Solutions Ltd here. Let's talk about the shift towards cashless payments and how small...

Mia Price
2 min read
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AI Tools I Use Every Day to Boost Productivity
In the fast-paced world of running a business, staying on top of tasks, meetings, and communications is a daily challenge. As the owner...

Andy Price
3 min read
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Ten Windows 11 Settings & Features to Supercharge Productivity
Hello there! Andy Price here from Initial IT Solutions Ltd . If you're like me, always on the lookout for ways to make your day a tad more efficient, then you're in for a treat. Windows 11 has rolled out some nifty features that can genuinely enhance your productivity. Let's dive into a few of my favourite's. Windows 11 builds on Microsoft’s long legacy of desktop innovation by bundling a raft of productivity tools right into the operating system. For professional‑services fi

Mia Price
5 min read
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The 5 Symptoms of Bad IT That Are Plaguing Your BusinessÂ
Hello there! Andy Price here from Initial IT Solutions Ltd. Let's have a candid chat about something that might be silently sabotaging...

Andy Price
2 min read
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Boost Productivity with Initial IT's Business Continuity Services
Hello there! Andy Price from I nitial IT Solutions Ltd here. Let's talk about something that's often overlooked until it's too late:...

Andy Price
2 min read
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