ArchIT Design Under Influence

https://getarchit.com/pros-and-cons-for-using-a-mac/ Are you an architectural professional thinking about using a Mac in your practice? Maybe you are already using a Mac in your practice in a sea of PC users and are dealing with some of these issues. Today we will highlight the pros and cons of using your Mac in your architecture design or engineering firm practice.

https://getarchit.com/solve-challenge-of-using-different-comm-platforms/ Many of the smaller engineering and architecture firms we work with become frustrated when trying to manage all the different tools required by their clients. Because smaller firms have to pair with larger firms to use their tech, they are constantly bouncing between different tech depending on the client. For example, on a v...

https://getarchit.com/episode2-organization-files-symtem-management/ Welcome to Episode 2 of Under Influence Architecture and Design! It’s Alex and Boris, your hosts here to help architecture and design engineering firms create their competitive advantage via technology. We feel that the inability to utilize tech to its fullest advantage is like designing under the influence. This might be desirab...

https://getarchit.com/using-spreadsheets-vs-deltek-vs-airtable-for-resource-management/ Today we’re tackling the use of spreadsheets for resource management and all the implications of using that process. It feels like everyone that Boris works with is struggling with resource management these days—or at least has a system that could be improved upon. While we may not be able to come up with a sol...

https://getarchit.com/scammers-social-engineering-steal-money-data/ Improper use of technology is about as good as designed under the influence of drugs or alcohol, a method that might not always be optimal for productivity. Today we’re talking about something that everyone has been dealing with for the last months with the pandemic—phishing. We have some crazy phishing stories to tell you today a...

https://getarchit.com/my-it-guy-says-we-cannot-do-this/ Today, we’re talking about a subject that is near and dear to all of us business owners and business leaders: My IT guy says: "We can’t do this.” These are dreaded words, and ones that can really hold your business back. The first answer to a potential problem should always be an exploration of potential solutions, even if it means investing...

https://getarchit.com/desktop-solve-remote-work/ People in business circles are buzzing about VDI services. In this episode, we’re going to unpack this as a potential solution to remote work. Solving problems related to remote work is on the mind of nearly every business right now. So what is Desktop As a Service?

https://getarchit.com/cyber-insurance-for-design-firms/ Today we’re digging deep into cyber insurance—following up on the theme from the last episode (hyperlink that episode) where we talked about the dangers of phishing and cyber-attacks. We’re also extremely excited to introduce a guest on the Pod—Zachary Waters—to help explore the world of cyber insurance and how it can go to work for you!

https://getarchit.com/how-to-make-your-home-wifi-faster/ Welcome to another episode of Design Under Influence! Here, we deconstruct how to make technology your architecture, design, and engineering firm’s competitive advantage. In this episode, we’re giving you some tactical information that you can share with your employees across the company. Today, we’re digging into how you can make the most o...

You might be thinking about navigating away—but not so fast. Your IT budget is a vital part of your business, and we’re here to make the conversation exciting. At Arch IT, we’ve been chugging away remotely to get our clients prepared for 2021. Initially, it looked like COVID-19 might be a minor hiccup, but it's become clear that architecture and design firms are going to need to plan around the pa...

https://getarchit.com/free-it-budget-spreadsheet-template/ Today, we’re helping you build your technology budget so that IT can be your competitive advantage as we move in 2021. In last week’s episode, we gave you an overview of what needs to be included in your budget. In this episode, we’re digging into specifics and giving you a free downloadable spreadsheet that can go to work for your firm. G...

Today we’re tackling a big topic: giving small architecture and design firms key strategies for improving their IT plan as they grow their business. As a small business owner looking to grow, it can be a little bit overwhelming. Sometimes it feels like there is everything to do but not enough time. Read the full article.

https://getarchit.com/it-cost-for-architecture-firms/ Today we are talking about the prices and costs of Information Technology. It is going to be a juicy episode, as sometimes this topic is overlooked by architecture firms. We are breaking down pricing models for IT firms that you can bring in to help your architecture and design firm manage its information systems!

https://getarchit.com/how-to-replace-your-aging-file-server/ If you’re not investing in technology and making IT solutions a priority for your business, you might as well be designed under the influence. While this might work out from time to time, in the long term, you need a better strategy. Today, we’re talking about replacing your old file server.

https://getarchit.com/how-to-run-revit-on-macos/ Today we’re unpacking a very important subject on Design Under Influence: how to run Revit on the MacOS operating system. We’ll also answer an even more important question: should you even run Revit on your Mac in the first place? Today’s episode is all about giving some tactical advice to people like you so that you don’t have to take this problem...

Technology gives your business the ability to level up and set yourselves apart from the pack. If you’re not taking it seriously, you might not be doing enough to optimize business processes. Today we’re talking about Microsoft Teams and how to channel communication systems that are more efficient than email. Read the full article.

https://getarchit.com/how-to-switch-it-providers/ We’re going to talk about the process of switching IT providers. We’re taking you through: 1. The reasons why you might want to switch. 2. The barriers you might encounter when making a change. 3. What commitments do you need to make to implement a successful shift.

https://getarchit.com/how-to-find-your-ideal-it-provider/ Today we’re unpacking an especially interesting topic here: how to evaluate your future IT provider so that you can be sure to find the perfect match for your architecture and design firm. So how do you even know if you need a new IT provider, anyway?

https://getarchit.com/how-to-market-your-architecture-firm/ We’re very excited to welcome guest Bryon McCartney, the Chief Creative Strategist and co-founder of ArchMark. ArchMark is a specialized marketing agency geared towards architecture & design firms. We’ll be talking about how to grow your company and how technology can help you do so! Growth and technology are intimately related to you...

https://getarchit.com/it-defense-vs-offense/ Today, we’re unpacking a subject that will help architects think and act on their competitive advantage, which is technology. The topic is this: IT offense versus IT defense and what each represents.

https://getarchit.com/employee-cybersecurity-training-email-scams/ Most of us have been working from home for a year now, and as we move into some hybrid types of business environments, it’s important to remember that hackers are still out in force looking to take your business and your money and your attention. Today, we’re talking about how to keep them away from your material and intellectual a...

https://getarchit.com/mobile-phone-scams/ Since literally everyone is using computers and internet phones to conduct business, as well as manage our day-to-day lives, guarding against mobile phone scams is of great importance. You may be asking yourself, “What can go possibly go wrong with my mobile phone?”

Since literally everyone is using computers and internet phones to conduct business, as well as manage our day-to-day lives, guarding against mobile phone scams is of great importance. You may be asking yourself, “What can go possibly go wrong with my mobile phone?” Read the full article.

Protecting your passwords is particularly important. You must go beyond the old-school approach of keeping a written list of passwords or storing them in your phone. The old-school approach is dangerous and can leave you open to attack from hackers. Read the full article.

https://getarchit.com/revit-how-to-choose-the-right-version-for-your-firm/ Today’s discussion centers on Revit. Revit is a software tool for architects and engineers. If you are considering purchasing Revit, we will help you to understand which version is best for your needs and what the implementation may look like. Today, we will discuss two of Revit’s options: Revit and Revit LT.