2026 tech predictions for SMBs
If 2025 felt like a blur of AI announcements and security headaches, 2026 is the year things get more practical.  For most…
cyber insurance checklist for SMBs
In today’s digital age, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are more exposed to cyberattacks than ever—and the financial fallout can hit hard.…
2026 IT trends for SMBs
Small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) often juggle growth, customers, operations, all supported by an ever-growing web of technology. If you treat IT…
December 2025 News for SMBs in the Pacific Northwest
Shifts in commercial space, housing and job markets As we head into the final weeks of 2025, businesses across Oregon and Washington…
The benefits of MSP-guided IT procurement and purchases for SMBs is mission critical.
This is business, not a grade school playground. Purchasing new computers, servers, and other IT hardware shouldn’t feel like a guessing game.…
Local businesses in the Pacific Northwest need local MSP services
If you’re running a business in the Pacific Northwest—whether in construction, manufacturing, professional services, nonprofit work, or anything in between—you already know…
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Running a small business today means navigating an increasingly complex digital landscape. Cybersecurity requirements are getting tougher, compliance expectations keep rising, and…
OLS is thankful for
As the season of gratitude arrives, we’ve been reflecting on what truly matters most to us at OLS. Technology may be at…
Home builders adding solar panels supported by AI tools
Artificial intelligence isn’t just transforming Silicon Valley — it’s reshaping job sites across the construction industry. Once viewed as a tool reserved…
POTS, based on copper wires, is being phased out
For decades, Plain Old Telephone Service (POTS) has been the backbone of business communications. But since the FCC no longer requires providers…
Run an AI Readiness Workshop for your regulated SMB to help leaders get curious.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming entire industries, and the message is loud and clear: get on board or get left behind. But…
cybersecurity best practices for small business, like MFA, to secure SMBs
For small businesses operating in regulated industries across the Pacific Northwest—including manufacturing firms, professional services providers, and non-profit organizations—cybersecurity in 2026 isn’t…
small business employee retention and happiness
In today’s competitive hiring landscape, employee retention for SMBs has become one of the most pressing business challenges—especially across the Pacific Northwest.…
Outsourced IT for small businesses and SMBs offers cost savings with competitive technology benefits as well.
If you own or run a small business, you’ve probably felt the squeeze of technology: rising cybersecurity threats, tools that keep multiplying,…
Business continuity planning meeting for small business in pacific NW.
Picture this: a top client calls just as your systems go dark. Files are locked, email is frozen, and your team is…
Pacific NW News for SMBs November 2025
News for SMBs November 2025: Intersections of Talent and Technology As the year winds down, small and mid-sized businesses across Washington and…
Cybersecurity services for small business and SMBs that are essential for 2026, and future growth.
Cybersecurity is not just a concern for large enterprises. In fact, for some time, despite the myth that SMBs are largely immune…
Hidden costs of data breaches for SMBs are a big hit to productivity and profits, but they are preventable.
In the Pacific Northwest, small and mid-sized businesses are the backbone of our economy — from construction firms and local manufacturers to…
Telehealth requires hipaa compliant it support for healthcare providers
For many healthcare providers across the Pacific Northwest, innovation isn’t an option — it’s survival. That was certainly the case for a…
Remote work is here to stay. Remote and hybrid work is no longer a temporary trend—it’s a permanent part of how businesses…
In construction, crews can’t swing hammers without plans — and plans today live in the cloud. So when access goes down, production…
Remote IT support technician assisting a small business.
In today’s fast-moving business environment, technology is no longer just part of operations. It is the backbone of productivity, communication, and security.…
Firewall security is key. Learn about the SonicWall security incident that impacted all customer firewalls.
SonicWall, a widely used provider of firewalls and network security appliances, has confirmed a security incident involving its MySonicWall cloud backup service.…
When you think of Managed IT services, you probably think of tech support, fixing email problems, or setting up new laptops. But…
Pacific Northwest SMB Outlook: Agility, Innovation, and Opportunity in Q4 As we enter the fourth quarter of 2025, small and medium-sized businesses…
Man using AI powered tool on his computer to support his SMB
AI isn’t just for Silicon Valley — now it’s showing up in small and mid-sized business offices, job sites, and shops across…
Construction firms build financial certainty
In today’s global economy, financial planning for manufacturing and construction businesses has never been more complex—or more critical. From tariff hikes and…
Manufacturers prevent downtime with IT support
In today’s digital-first world, even a single click can be the difference between smooth operations and business-crippling downtime. For one Pacific Northwest…
Operations managers in the manufacturing industry using technology supported by managed IT.
If you run a small to mid-sized business (SMB) in the Pacific Northwest—among Seattle’s skyline of cranes, Portland’s bike lanes, or anywhere…
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Hackers LOVE this misconception. For years, many small business owners have quietly believed a reassuring myth: “We’re too small for hackers to…
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Business leaders in the Pacific Northwest are unique. What sets this region apart is more than just the industries we serve—it’s the…
Small business strategy and enablement meeting
For many small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs), Microsoft 365 Business Basic or Standard feels like the right fit. You get email, Teams,…
A construction worker uses a mobile device on the jobsite.
For many small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) in the Pacific Northwest, IT has traditionally been seen as a back-office function—something that keeps…
On Line Support accepting Social Impact Award
Michael Wallace, EVP On Line Support (center) accepting the Pax8 Global Social Impact Award.   We’re honored to announce that On Line…
Microsoft Windows 11 has been making waves since its release in October 2021 and the clock is ticking for businesses still using…
When it comes to choosing the right productivity suite for your business,  Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace are two of the biggest contenders. Both offer…
In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) face unique challenges. However, by leveraging the right technology, SMBs can…
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Why You Should Replace Your Pandemic-Era Computer Now It’s hard to believe four years have passed since the pandemic sent the world…
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In today's digital world, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) face challenges in managing their IT effectively and protecting against cyber threats. Managed…
Predicting the future of technology is a lot like predicting the weather. You look at the data, make some educated assumptions, factor…
Artificial Intelligence is being talked about in the news and around the water cooler.  Have you ever thought “How will I be…
Spotting business email compromise (BEC), phishing, or spearphishing attacks has just become a lot more difficult. Cybercriminals are now leveraging AI (Artificial…
I’d like to address a threat that I am suddenly seeing on a more consistent basis. It’s an issue that has existed…
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Thanks to you we did it again! On Line Support was voted as Vancouver's Best IT Firm in the 2022 Vancouver Business…
,When discussing Password Management platforms, clients often wonder if it's really necessary. However, it is worth taking a second look at what…
At its core, the goal of implementing security controls is to ensure nothing bad happens. This means when we are successful, we…
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Just like good personal hygiene protects your body from invading germs and viruses, good Password Hygiene protects your data from invasion as…
Cybersecurity Basics 2 Course info
A collaborative journey between you and your MSP For some time now the technology spotlight has been on cybersecurity, and with current…
Americans are at higher risk for state sponsored Russian cyberattacks, as retaliation against sanctions imposed by the US against Russia for its…
It is very easy to become a cyber security ostrich.  Put your head in the sand and believe that hackers will just…
Welcome to 2022, the year of Covid-19 version 3.0.  If the past two years have taught me anything, it is to be…
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Yes, we haven’t even started defrosting the Thanksgiving turkey yet, but already retailers, charities, social media influencers, and even your kids have…
Think you don't need advanced threat protection meme
No doubt about it, cybercrime continues to rise. But it's not just big business or government entities that are taking the hit.…
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We are honored to be voted as Vancouver’s Best in Business in the Vancouver Business Journal’s annual Best in Business Awards for the…
Last week the Federal Bureau of Investigation sent a Private Industry Notification warning about the dangers of continuing to use Windows 7. …
As our communities begin to slowly open up, safety continues to remain our top priority. We’ve already implemented many safety measures such…
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  To protect the health of their employees and customers, and to comply with government stay-at-home orders during the COVID-19 crisis, businesses…
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  As a small business, we know exactly how critical it is to keep your workforce productive during this COVID-19 pandemic. As…
There is a better way, and we can help! By: Caren Cornett, Operations Manager With the rapid pace of technology developments, it…
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82% of small and medium size businesses believe they are not susceptible to cyberattack because they have “nothing worth stealing”. In reality…
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