Microsoft 365 is the successor to Microsoft Office 365, which has been significantly upgraded to improve overall functionality and provide both individuals and businesses with the features and benefits their unique needs demand. Although the [...]
Choosing a reliable IT Support Partner that will provide you with daily high-quality technical support and IT services can be complex. You should consider three pillars if your search for "IT companies near me" returns [...]
Westech has provided companies of all sizes across South Africa with professional and reliable IT support and maintenance services since 1994. Providing your valuable employees with more IT support will ensure that they work smarter and become more productive. [...]
The pandemic dramatically changed the modern workspace in terms of both physical space and Information Technology hardware and software. The resulting hybrid workspace model, which led to employees dividing their time between the office and [...]
A quick search on Google for an IT company in South Africa will present you with countless pages of results for various IT companies in South Africa – but how do you choose the best one? Firstly, [...]
Westech is a Silver Microsoft Partner in South Africa that has provided reliable IT support services to companies across South Africa since 1994. What is a Microsoft Silver Partner? A Microsoft Silver Partner is a [...]
On your next search for an "IT company near me", Westech should be your first call. We are one of the preferred IT support companies in South Africa due to our unrivalled service, reliability, and [...]
IT companies in South Africa can breathe a sigh of relief with significant security updates from Microsoft for Windows 11, designed to add further protection from the chip to the cloud. The more robust protection [...]
Digital transformation and innovation go hand in hand in business today. Our places of work and the way in which we work have evolved rapidly since early 2020, thanks mainly to the pandemic. As a [...]
Outsourcing your IT to an external service provider involves a high degree of trust in them to deliver on specific or all your business's IT functions. Some of these functions include managing the IT infrastructure, [...]
An interesting article recently published by ITWeb suggested that South Africa could be caught in the cyberwar crossfire between Russia and Ukraine. Although cyber security experts in South Africa do not feel that our country [...]
Are you finding managing multi-cloud environments challenging? Unfortunately, security solutions can add an extra layer of complexity to this issue when delivering full-scale protection. To enable companies to manage their threat protection in multi-cloud environments [...]
Hybrid work environments have evolved through the waves and various levels of the pandemic, with businesses now seeing more workers returning to the office for at least a few days each week. Leading IT solutions [...]
Your first question is probably "What are VBA macros, and how do they affect me?". VBA (Visual Basic for Applications) macros are a common way that malicious individuals use to gain access to deploy malware [...]
Every year, many new laptops are launched by various brands, enticing users with new innovative designs and hardware which allow for new capabilities. In an online search for the best laptop in South Africa, you [...]
Westech, a South African IT company based in Sandton, recently posted a survey on LinkedIn to uncover what people felt were the most frustrating IT issues. Slow computer response times topped the list of aggravations by [...]
If the COVID pandemic has taught us anything, it is that a hybrid work model combining in-person and remote working is not only doable but results in happier employees. As a result, technology has made [...]
In short, Cloud technology allows users to store and access their programmes and data securely over the internet instead of using your computer's hard drive. This technology allows for quick and easy access to your data [...]
IT Technicians know that anything that can go wrong will go wrong during December when most companies have shut down or are working on a skeleton staff. Unfortunately, cyber attackers also step up their activities [...]
If the last two years have taught us anything, it’s that society and business are capable of rapid digital transformation when the need arises! As we look towards 2022, the need for increased data storage, [...]
Perhaps you have heard of a VPN but, not being an IT Technician, you have no idea of what it is or how it can benefit you. Westech, a preferred IT support and services partner [...]
Shortly after rolling out Windows 11, Microsoft introduced Windows 365, which ushered in a new era of hybrid personal computing and paved the way for the world’s first Cloud PC. The ability to use secure [...]
Westech often receives IT questions about emails not working. However, this inconvenience can usually be easily fixed, as we will discuss in the following guide. Is Your Internet Connection Working? Firstly, you need to understand [...]
While Cloud technology can reduce business risks, it is also important for individual users to understand how this type of technology can benefit them personally. Let’s begin by explaining exactly what the Cloud is. Cloud computing [...]
Buying a gaming PC involves a significant investment. Therefore, you should take your time to familiarise yourself with what is needed by doing in-depth research on items such as graphics cards, storage capacities, RAM and [...]
Microsoft recently issued a warning to some of its Azure Cloud customers that a security research team had discovered a flaw that could have allowed unauthorised access to their data. Fortunately for all involved, it [...]
A comprehensive IT Audit will determine your exact IT requirements by highlighting what is missing or unnecessary and at risk. In the process, your company will gain insight into exactly how much money it can save by [...]
Microsoft Office provides a collection of purpose-suited applications such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook, to name a few. The latest version, Microsoft 365, distinguishes itself from older versions. It integrates its applications with [...]
New variations of malware of emerging more frequently than ever before, and everyone should be concerned about computer viruses. If you have any of the following issues with your computer, it may have been infected [...]
It is essential to be prepared and plan for the worst situation. While some people buy a generator or move to another area not affected by load shedding, this isn’t always possible or practical. Notebooks [...]
If your computer is not older than five years, it would be an excellent option to upgrade it instead of buying a new computer. However, there are a couple of factors that need to be [...]
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Westech has noted that many of its clients have the same areas of concern when it comes to IT Support and issues they experience with their computers. Therefore, it has decided to make it easier [...]
Westech is an IT Company based in Gauteng, Johannesburg, South Africa. We support companies in the surrounding suburbs as well as Nationally and international. We offer both in-house or outsourced IT support and an IT Support SLA tailored to [...]
Since the start of the Covid pandemic, the number of cyber-attacks on companies, banks, municipalities and other large institutions has increased. The most recent attack against the Transnet port authority affected container terminal operations and [...]
If you want to be recognised as an IT leader in your field, you need to thoroughly understand what your company does and why a constantly evolving IT strategy is necessary. This process will require support [...]
Every company should evaluate their technological requirements from time to time by conducting a quarterly IT business review. The primary objective of this IT business review should be to obtain a clearer picture of the [...]
Towards the end of June, Microsoft announced the launch of Windows 11 and, shortly after that, Windows 365. If you are feeling a little confused about two then you are not alone. The following is [...]
Shortly after rolling out Windows 11, Microsoft has introduced Windows 365. This technology aims to make it easier for users to connect to Windows running in the Microsoft Cloud, regardless of what operating system (OS) [...]
Virtually every business nowadays has an IT infrastructure with equipment that needs to be maintained, processes that need to be regularly managed and software that must be kept updated and monitored. However, smaller businesses do [...]
The traditional business environment is no more as consumer behaviour has shifted since the start of the pandemic. In addition, the challenges of working from home have increased the pace of digital transformation resulting in [...]
The challenges keep coming for medical practices. Administrative burdens, regulations, value-based payment models, quality measures, patient satisfaction goals and complex EHRs are a regular part of the job these days. Not to mention the pandemic [...]
Current technological developments are exerting increasing pressure on our daily lives and the way in which we work. This has the added impact of driving innovation and growing competition. If your company can innovate faster [...]
Westech has supported the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment transformation of South Africa’s economy since 2012. Its journey, like most companies, has been an educational one and continues as it progresses in building a company that [...]
A Microsoft Partner is a company that has been certified by Microsoft to sell, operate and advise clients on Microsoft solutions. These solutions include products such as Microsoft Office, Azure, Teams, Outlook, etc. In order [...]
In short, Desktop as a Service (DaaS) is a type of virtual computing that makes use of the physical component, such as your PC, laptop or desktop, to communicate within the workspace hosted by the [...]
South Africa is becoming a preferred international remote location for businesses to outsource their Information Technology (IT) Support. This is in response to a drive to downscale cost pressures exacerbated by the COVID pandemic as [...]
With rapid technological advances in the IT sector come digital disruptions, which can instantly cripple a company’s business operations. Companies need to be able and willing to adapt and be well prepared and innovative to [...]
Digital Transformation (DX) is the process whereby digital technology is integrated into all business areas to change the operations in terms of delivering better value to clients. This is not only an operation change, but [...]
A strong IT-support function is vital for any business that wants to remain competitive in today’s digital environment. If your company is a start-up or small to medium-sized company, then the advantages of outsourcing your [...]
IT departments are constantly under pressure to keep networks running optimally, cost-effectively, safely and with no interruptions, all of this while staying within budget. However, a thorough IT audit is a simple way to both [...]
Cyber Security and Information Security are often used interchangeably, but the fact is that they are quite different. Despite the confusion, both practices provide protection from data breaches and other related malicious acts. Information Security [...]
Multi-cloud and hybrid-cloud are two terms that are often confused. Whereas the multi-cloud environment involves using multiple cloud services from more than one service provider, a hybrid cloud infrastructure entails the combined use of both [...]
Reducing business risks is one way a company can lower its costs and increase its productivity and profitability. One solution includes migrating IT services to the Cloud, which will eliminate IT downtime and the negative [...]
A Service Level Agreement (SLA) enables you to hold your IT Service Provider accountable to protect your company and assets, as well as detail the exact level of service that you can expect. If these [...]
Nowadays, a company is dependent on its internet connection for so much more than merely being able to browse the internet. Many software applications, programmes, communication networks and cloud server connectivity can only be accessed [...]
Digital technology is transforming consumer habits. This in turn is forcing companies to quickly adapt their strategies to keep up with their competition. If your company hasn’t already started adapting, it may begin losing business [...]
Cloud computing is receiving more attention due to the recognition it has received in helping connect people worldwide. Cloud computing refers to the storing and accessing of data via the internet. Gone are the days [...]
Progressive businesses looking to minimise risks, increase computing power and storage should consider a Multi-Cloud strategy. A Multi-Cloud strategy allows companies to use two or more cloud computing platforms to perform various tasks, as some [...]
The Information Technology lifecycle is becoming shorter each year and customer expectations are rapidly evolving. Business competitors are leveraging the most that they can out of digital practices, and it is never too soon to [...]
The boundary between tasks performed by humans and machines is evolving more rapidly than ever before, thanks in part to the recent pandemic. As a result, a new work culture is surfacing - one that [...]
To stay competitive and functional under our "new normal" business and economic climates requires a new way of thinking and operating. Information Technology has been acknowledged as a critical business component which is of strategic [...]
Equipment Financing A loan to buy equipment is much like any other business loan. There is a chance you may be asked to put down a certain percent of the total cost of the equipment. [...]
The impact of COVID has further worsened the economic downturn in South Africa, with job losses and national debt both soaring to new highs. While small and medium enterprises (SME’s) are among the first to [...]
The risks of not updating company software and other IT systems can be significant and highly detrimental to a business from both a financial and security point of view. This year, the majority of companies [...]
Owning an internal IT department that supplies dedicated IT support services to a company can be a costly overhead. Small businesses need to be especially smart about the way in which they run their companies [...]
As a supplier of both Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365, previously known as Office 365, Microsoft has always been a reliable supplier of software and solutions, which is why it has been the first choice [...]
An Information Technology (IT) audit involves an in-depth review of, amongst other things, a company’s entire IT system to ensure that there are no errors or risks, leaving the company vulnerable to cyber-attacks. The IT [...]
Hacking attacks are more of a threat than ever before, and most attacks commence with a relatively harmless-looking email to unsuspecting recipients. As remote working increases and data storage rapidly grows, it is becoming harder for [...]
Microsoft 365, previously known as Office 365 until 21 April 2020, is a fantastic business tool that still provides you with the premium MS applications of Word, Excel and PowerPoint, amongst others – but it [...]
Many more businesses are migrating their services, applications and platforms into the Cloud to increase their productivity, lower expenditure and reduce their IT costs. Companies that are not taking advantage of Cloud technology in today’s [...]
Business connectivity is not just about communication. It’s about enabling employee productivity and, if not implemented correctly, can cost your company thousands of Rands in lost revenue. It is now more critical than ever before [...]
Westech’s IT Helpdesk is operated by a team of professional Helpdesk Operators who have a combined experience of 22 years, backed by ITIL and Customer Service experience and training. Their Express Desk Helpdesk will assist [...]
The top three business objectives for any leading company are to; increase productivity, improve collaboration and enable innovation. Microsoft Office 365 is an integrated cloud platform that delivers industry-leading productivity applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint [...]
In today's digital world, processes, hardware and software are continually being updated, requiring users to keep up with these regular changes. Employees often mention IT as one of the biggest workplace frustrations, but there are [...]
Now, more than ever, businesses are looking at new ways of reducing their overheads while increasing their productivity. A solution to this is to outsource specific tasks that are not part of your company's main [...]
Microsoft has announced that as of 13 October 2020, they will no longer be supporting their Office 2010 software suite and recommend that users consider upgrading their MS Office packages immediately. This is in line [...]
By now, we have all had experience at working from home remotely and accept that the Covid-19 pandemic has changed our way of working. Things will probably never go back to the “business normal” we [...]
IT professionals are some of the most expensive resources in the world due to a shortage of skills in this market. When companies need to reduce their IT costs drastically, they may consider outsourcing this [...]
The Importance Of Using Qualified IT Technicians IT services should always be conducted by a qualified computer professional who has been adequately trained to help install and configure both hardware and software, as well as [...]
All that is needed is a laptop or personal computer and a reliable internet connection (either Fibre or LTE). Westech offers several levels of Virtual IT Support options ranging from R300 for 30 minutes to R4500 [...]
Westech has provided companies with professional, reliable IT support and managed services since 1994. To find out how we can create a cost-effective and unique IT solution for your business contact our specialist team. Westech is [...]
The way business is done is changing the world, and the recent pandemic, which resulted in many more people working from home remotely, highlighted the importance of companies being adequately prepared, in terms of outsourcing [...]
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Westech is proud to announce the release of their IT Support Service Application, Express Desk App, available for both iPhone and Android. This App is available immediately for download from both the App Store and Play Store.Express [...]
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Working From Home Online in South Africa - How To Get Setup With the onset of Covid-19, the home has become our new office and classroom and, with the additional burden of load shedding and [...]
How Advantages Of Cloud Computing Can Benefit Your Business Cloud Computing Can Be Cost-Effective When Implemented Correctly. Using The Cloud as an IT solution, your business would no longer have the exorbitant costs associated to [...]
Laptops are in high demand and have become an necessity during the Covid-19 lockdown for both home-schooling and home offices, as well as for the continued functioning of higher education institutions. Monthly search trends in [...]
The POPI Act seeks to regulate the processing of personal information by a public or private entity to protect individuals from data theft of their personal details and the potentially harmful repercussions after this theft. [...]
How To Get Cloud Computing Implemented As a business owner or employee you’ve probably noticed that we have moved into an era where understanding technology has become a necessary requirement. To ensure one stays relevant [...]
Keep your information safe, secured and accessible. Is Your Network Secure? Using our mini security audit below will help you get a better idea of how secure your network really is. Do you have an [...]
Online threats have increased more than six-times over the past four weeks as the COVID-19 pandemic provides new ballast for cyber-attacks according to Cloudflare. Should you be worried? Do you have the right security in [...]
Why To Move To Cloud Computing During the COVID-19 outbreak many businesses realized just how useful and practical and necessary moving your business to the cloud can be. Today’s employees require 24/7 secure access to [...]
Westech's CEO, Roy talks about how Westech offers assistance in the restructuring of companies IT infrastructure and changing the way companies now do business. Where do I start? As business owners eagerly bring their operations [...]
You need Technology but it doesn’t have to cost a fortune! It may be time to change your suppliers and talk to someone new. And to start off Westech will give you for free 7 [...]
The world is changing rapidly and so is technology. Are you struggling to keep up? Westech can help you! Take advantage of our knowledge, hardware and software options as well as our outsourced IT service [...]
Working from home is ideal for many, but it's not an easy task. Here are our tips on how you can keep up your productivity: 1. Have a productive workspace with minimal distractions. 2. Make [...]
We are here to help! Westech is currently offering free IT Support for people who need assistance or advice. This free service offer is for basic Desktop Support to help you get back online. Most [...]
You may have experienced Slow Internet speeds in South Africa and here is why. There has been a reported cable break in the West Africa Cable System (WACS) cable. The break is said to have [...]
