Ask an IBM i Expert: Modernization

In the ever-evolving world of IT, modernization is no longer just a trend—it’s a necessity. Businesses need to constantly be looking to upgrade their systems, enhance security, and improve usability. But what does modernization truly mean for companies leveraging IBM i products? To provide some clarity, we’ve spoken with resident IBM i expert, BDK’s President […]

Avoid Losing Your Data with the Cloud

What would you do if you lost everything? Your pictures, phone numbers, business records, important content that your company needs to operate, just gone in a second?   Every year, March 31 marks World Backup Day in the tech world—serving as a reminder to individuals and businesses to better protect their data. According to the official World […]

BDK Wrapped: Top Blogs of 2022

At BDK, Inc, our motto, “IT Made Simple,” is more than just a slogan; it’s a promise to make IT approachable and usable for our customers. That includes sharing our expertise on IT services and solutions that are top of mind for them. Before we head into 2023, we thought we’d take a look back […]

A Day in the Life: Systems Engineer

Meet BDK System Engineer Peter Kuyatt At BDK, Inc., one of our biggest assets is our people. Our teams are comprised of innovators, problem solvers, trailblazers, and leaders with more than a century of combined experience in the IT field. Our motto, “IT Made Simple” directly correlates to our down-to-earth and service-oriented employees who make […]

Cloud Hosting Explained

When it comes to the IT services businesses utilize, the Cloud is top of mind. According to the 2022 IDG Cloud Computing Study of 850 IT decision-makers (ITDMs) across various industries, 94 percent of organizations’ total IT environment are at least somewhat in the Cloud today, with nearly three-quarters (72 percent) of ITDMs saying their […]

BDK Team Spotlight: Data Center Operations

Meet BDK Data Center Operations Manager Brian Kimball BDK is a managed service provider and IT services & consulting firm. We provide a full range of IT services with one goal in mind – to be a strategic technology partner that helps our clients achieve their business objectives.  BDK’s “Team Spotlight” blog series highlights the […]

The Cloud: Why You Need It

Put simply, “The Cloud” refers to off-site hosting that makes your software, data, and files accessible to you on any device, anywhere in the world that has an internet connection. You may not realize it, but you’re likely already operating in the cloud. If you use G Suite by Google, Office 365 from Microsoft, QuickBooks […]

4 Critical Facts Every Business Owner Must Know Before Moving Their Network to the Cloud

There are several reasons why cloud-based application hosting is attractive to businesses. The cloud’s off-site, internet-based nature provides flexibility in accessing your software, data, and files wherever you can access the internet. It provides affordable, scalable solutions—particularly for small businesses who do not have the capital or the team to buy and maintain hardware. And […]