• Pacific Northwest News for SMBs: January 2026

    Pacific Northwest News for SMBs: January 2026

    As we kick off the new year, we’re spotlighting key business developments shaping the landscape for small and medium-sized companies in Oregon and Washington. We’ll explore state economic strategies and tech innovation, as well as local business milestones and leadership opportunities.

  • 10 IT and Security Solutions for Nonprofits That Solve Business Challenges

    10 IT and Security Solutions for Nonprofits That Solve Business Challenges

    2026 is on the horizon, and nonprofits are anticipating a challenging road ahead. But smart technology stewardship can protect your mission, your team, and your community. Let’s explore how.

  • 2026 Tech Predictions for SMBs: Gaze into the OLS Crystal Ball with Eric Olmsted

    2026 Tech Predictions for SMBs: Gaze into the OLS Crystal Ball with Eric Olmsted

    If 2025 felt like a blur of AI announcements and security headaches, 2026 is the year things get more practical.  For most of us, the big question isn’t, “What’s the coolest new gadget?” It’s, “What will actually make my team more productive, my business more secure, and my life simpler?”  Think of this as your…

  • Cyber Insurance Checklist for SMBs

    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. Many owners assume they’re “too small” to attract attention, but in reality, SMBs are often the preferred target because attackers know resources are limited and defenses aren’t always as strong. Here in the…

  • 2026 IT Trends for SMBs: The Top 10 You Should Prepare For

    2026 IT Trends for SMBs: The Top 10 You Should Prepare For

    Small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) often juggle growth, customers, and operations—all supported by an ever-growing web of technology. If you treat IT as just “the stuff that runs in the background and works… until it doesn’t,” you may end up stuck in 2026, instead of free to climb and grow. This is especially true for…

  • Pacific NW News for SMBs: December 2025

    Pacific NW News for SMBs: December 2025

    Shifts in Commercial Space, Housing and Job Markets As we head into the final weeks of 2025, businesses across Oregon and Washington are feeling the combined effects of shifting consumer behavior, evolving downtown corridors, and a labor market that looks very different from even a year ago. For many small and mid-sized businesses in the…