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Curious about how AI can transform your workflow? After a year with Microsoft Copilot, we’ve gathered insights on boosting productivity, improving adoption, and leveraging new features. Plus, learn how you can get 15% off Copilot for M365. Don't miss out on this powerful tool to supercharge your business.
Think Concepts’ new Security Operations Centre (SOC) delivers enterprise-level cybersecurity to businesses of all sizes. With 24/7 monitoring and AI-driven threat detection, our SOC service proactively identifies and responds to cyber threats before they become problems. Learn how this innovative solution can elevate your business’s security and provide peace of mind.
AI tools sound amazing, don’t they? They promise to simplify tasks and boost productivity. But before diving in, it's crucial to weigh the benefits and risks. Our guide shares 6 essential steps to help you adopt AI tools effectively, from identifying business pain points to ensuring data security and gaining team support. Start your AI journey with confidence and transform your operations.
From fixing window latches to making custom vases, Think Concepts tech guru Julien Cordeiro is exploring the endless possibilities of 3D printing. Read about his creative projects and tips
Explore the critical role of DarkWebID and Passportal in safeguarding your business from cyber threats. In our latest blog we explain how these tools monitor and manage your credentials to prevent data breaches.
Microsoft will end support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025, leaving devices without security updates. Learn why this change is happening, how it impacts your business, and how Think Concepts can help you transition smoothly to Windows 11.
Discover how Copilot enhances Microsoft 365, offering smart, real-time assistance to revolutionise your workflow. From Excel analytics to email management, our latest blog explores the future of productivity.
Designed to complement your existing cybersecurity measures, Think DNS Filtering seamlessly integrates into your IT ecosystem. It’s like adding an extra layer of armour over your business's digital presence, enhancing protection without disrupting your operations. Explore how Think DNS Filtering can protect your business.
Explore the benefits of managed IT services for small businesses: Save time and reduce stress with Think Concepts, ensuring seamless operations and enhanced security. Discover how expert IT support can transform your business.
Disasters can disrupt your business operations without warning. While we like to think it will never be needed, a well-structured Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP) is not just a line of defence; it's a strategic component in ensuring your business's resilience and continuity.
In our latest guide, we walk you through the essential steps of creating a Disaster Recovery Plan that protects and fortifies your business against potential disruptions.
Case Studies:
Though we execute every project we do with the utmost care and professionalism, it feels extra-good to help a charity like Heart Kids do what they do. Our latest case study highlights their recent cloud migration and the ongoing support we provide.
CompoundLabs relies on Think Concepts for all their IT needs, including cyber security. Read more about why they made the switch in our latest case study.
Cardrona Rest Home is the pilot project for a site-wide prescription tracking system. Think Concepts completed the solution under half the total cost of other providers’ estimates using the latest technology, secure internet and best practices throughout.
Bankside Chambers is based in the Lumley Centre in Auckland, and is home to a group of some of New Zealand’s most highly regarded legal and barrister teams.
Think Concepts were approached in December by Bankside Chambers as two full sized network communications cabinets needed to be relocated as a result of renovations occurring in the chambers.
When our friends at Innova Palmerston North were faced with the task of moving to a new office our consultants Jason Short and Rogan Boyle were super excited to get stuck into the job. We had existing knowledge of their current office and cable set up and the expertise to carry out the move efficiently. Easing some of the stress that comes with an office relocation.
Think Concepts has always challenged the industry to show customers what good VoIP is all about: better, faster service for a great price, with no fine print or shady tactics.
Every business is different and has different requirements. We take the time to understand these requirements for each business type. For pharmacy, audit requirements require certain specifications to be met across all their gear. We know these well and use this understanding to ensure that the equipment we supply, and install is up to standard and will pass the pharmacy auditing process.
Designing a custom solution for Moore Stephens Markhams Wairarapa (MSMW) Accounting
Accounting used to mean having a good grasp of numbers and an eye for detail – but now, good accountants also need to keep up with the latest advancements in accounting technology.
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Curious about how AI can transform your workflow? After a year with Microsoft Copilot, we’ve gathered insights on boosting productivity, improving adoption, and leveraging new features. Plus, learn how you can get 15% off Copilot for M365. Don't miss out on this powerful tool to supercharge your business.
Think Concepts’ new Security Operations Centre (SOC) delivers enterprise-level cybersecurity to businesses of all sizes. With 24/7 monitoring and AI-driven threat detection, our SOC service proactively identifies and responds to cyber threats before they become problems. Learn how this innovative solution can elevate your business’s security and provide peace of mind.
Microsoft will end support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025, leaving devices without security updates. Learn why this change is happening, how it impacts your business, and how Think Concepts can help you transition smoothly to Windows 11.
Discover how Copilot enhances Microsoft 365, offering smart, real-time assistance to revolutionise your workflow. From Excel analytics to email management, our latest blog explores the future of productivity.
Join Think Concepts in supporting Movember – a movement dedicated to improving men's health, with a focus on mental health, prostate and testicular cancer. Every action contributes to change.
It’s our birthday! Think Concepts turned 20 this year, and along with celebrating how far we have come, we want to express our gratitude to all our customers and partners.
Thanks for getting in touch and staying with us, because without you, there is no Think Concepts!
To get behind this year’s Movember cause, the Think Concepts team are raising money by participating in ‘Move for Movember’ which is all about getting more physically active over the month of November. We know that working from home can be detrimental for mental health, so we’re encouraging our team to do something good for both their mental health and support Movember at the same time.
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Waikato DHB suffered a crippling Malware attack, which has had a devastating effect on patients and the hospital administration. DHB boss Kevin Snee admitted that they were warned about the risks but didn’t take enough action to protect their IT infrastructure. We explain what went wrong and how organisations can prevent this happening in our latest blog.
Is your business data as safe as it could be? Read our blog to learn more about the cyber security products and services we offer, including Dark Web ID.
The new Privacy Act is in effect as of 1 December 2020. This overhauls the existing New Zealand privacy laws to meet the privacy issues and requirements introduced by technology platforms and ever increasing digital information storage.
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The shift towards remote and BYOD work practices puts many companies at risk of a significant data breach. Here’s what you need to do to protect your business.
There are hundreds of millions of business printers in the world. Less than 2% of them are properly secured leaving them at risk. Printers and multi-functions make up an essential part of your network.
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Troubleshooting Common PC Hardware Issues
Learning about preventative products you can keep in your desk drawer and a few clever, low-cost fixes for your PC problems could save you time and money.
Check out our troubleshooting tips that may fix your issue before you pick up the phone.
6 Easy Ways To Reduce Your IT Costs
A dependable IT system is crucial for any business, but where should you be investing your IT spend? In our latest article we highlight six ways to reduce your IT costs. And share tips for what areas you should prioritise to maximise your results.
Case study: CompoundLabs
CompoundLabs relies on Think Concepts for all their IT needs, including cyber security. Read more about why they made the switch in our latest case study.
Are managed services worth it?
And how to get on board if it is
You'll likely have heard of IT managed services, and will probably appreciate that it sounds pretty good – but do the costs really stack up? Under a true managed services offering, you pay a fixed price per user every month. This is only one half of the IT...
Seamless growth with a proactive approach to IT
A proactive approach to all aspects of your IT environment, no matter the size
A managed services agreement puts the risk of handling your business-critical IT infrastructure in the hands of professionals, who proactively manage all aspects (or as many as you would like) of your IT environment.
Making hard decisions on upgrading business hardware
Old, outdated hardware has the potential to slow you team down and decrease productivity. In a worst-case scenario, older equipment could crash and lead you to loose years’ worth of key business data. Keeping your hardware up to date doesn’t just protect your business, it also gives you the…
How to spot a good IT support company
With IT support, your business can access technical knowledge and help to resolve any IT issue, at any level. That’s easy to come by – any IT company offers this. So how do you know what to look for when choosing an IT support company? Here are four things to consider:
What would it cost if your systems were down for a week?
One of the biggest costs of natural disasters and cyber attacks is enforced downtime for businesses. Having a Disaster Recovery Plan is critical to keep your business running in case the unexpected happens.
We recently completed the successful site move of one of our large accounting firm customers from the Auckland city centre to their new home in Newmarket.
The relocation project presented an exciting opportunity to introduce a few technology enhancements to their environment. Find out how they enhanced their IT and communications in the move.