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There is nothing as frustrating as hiring, training, and getting a new engineer up to speed only to have them leave within a short timeframe. What are we doing wrong? We can’t offer Google-like perks or offer much more in terms of salary. What can do to attract and retain talent?

The Florida Legislature's special session adjourned June 19 after the House and Senate passed a $78.7 billion budget for Fiscal Year 2015-2016 (which begins July 1, 2015). The budget included over $400 million in tax reductions approved earlier in the week, including a reduction in the communications services tax, a 10-day sales tax holiday on the first $750 of the price of computers and accessories, and an expansion of the R&D tax credit.

Just as Terminator: Genisys hits theaters, we took a look at how much technology speculated about in the Terminator movies has become a reality in 2015.

What role do you play when the script changes? That is the question now facing IT professionals and channel firms as enterprise technology goes through a revolution. CompTIA’s newest study examines the new behaviors inside businesses as they enter this new era.

Many small businesses don’t have the knowledge or ability to deal with security issues, and often struggle to implement the appropriate procedures to minimize their exposure and related liabilities. That challenge creates a number of business opportunities for an appropriately prepared solution provider.

In an effort to fill a $1.6 billion budget shortfall, the Louisiana legislature ended its session with a final budget that eliminates several business tax credits.

Last Monday, Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed a $2.56 billion bill cutting the franchise tax rate paid by businesses by 25 percent. The bill, House Bill 32, by state Rep. Dennis Bonnen, R-Angleton, was endorsed by CompTIA (formerly TechAmerica) and signed by Abbott at the Austin office of AMD, a California-based chipmaker.

Today, California Governor Jerry Brown signed a revised budget proposal sent to him by the California State Legislature that seeks to ensure a reasonable spending plan with sound investments to secure California’s future.

Just as you would insist your accountant be certified, or your plumber be bonded and insured, or your taxi driver be current on her license and testing; you should insist your IT service provider carry an independent validation.

Every MSP needs a little rest and relaxation from time to time. With these four best practices in play, your chances for sneaking away this summer will be greatly improved.

Fuji Xerox is known world-wide for its equipment; but lesser known is the company’s shift from mere machine provider to full scale information and communication technology giant – in part thanks to CompTIA’s internationally recognized certification program.

While the channel has many nuances and differing practices, it continues to play a significant role in the success of many tech companies. Lorna Garey offers valued insight and key observations from her first few months at the helm of Channel Partners.

Guest blogger Sand Sinclair talks content. You know you need it, but how do you deliver it? And where do you focus your efforts to see real rewards?

Working with fellow IT professionals is always a learning process for Tim Niles, who takes in all the different viewpoints, opinions and knowledge of his fellow SMEs.