Remote Job Sites, Real-Time Collaboration: The Construction Firm’s Guide to IT That Actually Works in the Field
Picture this: Your superintendent is standing on a job site in Hammond, trying to pull up the latest blueprint revision on their tablet. The connection keeps dropping. Meanwhile, your project manager in the Munster office needs to share a critical change order with the subcontractors who are already pouring concrete in Chicago. And your estimator?…
The Small Business Guide to Backup Planning: Why “In the Cloud” Isn’t Enough
Let me guess: your data is "backed up to the cloud," so you're all set, right? Not so fast. I've had this conversation with dozens of small business owners across Northwest Indiana, and it usually goes like this: "Oh yeah, we're good, everything's in Microsoft 365" or "We use Dropbox, so we're covered." And look,…
Microsoft 365 Price Changes Are Coming: What It Means for Your Business (And Your Wallet) in 2026
If you're using Microsoft 365 for your business (and let's be real, who isn't these days?), you've probably heard some rumblings about price increases coming this summer. Maybe you got an email from your IT provider, or maybe you're just wondering why your accountant keeps giving you that look when budget season rolls around. Here's…
Local IT Support vs. National Call Centers: Why a Neighbor You Know by Name Matters
It's 9:47 AM on a Tuesday. Your accounting software just froze, again, and payroll is due by noon. You dial your IT support number, and a cheerful robot voice greets you: "Your call is very important to us. You are caller number… 23… in the queue." You glance at the clock. Then at your coffee.…
7 Mistakes Indiana Businesses Make With Managed IT Services (And How to Fix Them)
You know what? Indiana businesses are smart. They’re savvy, hard-working, and know how to keep overhead lean. But when it comes to managed IT services, even the sharpest business owners sometimes make the same costly mistakes: over and over again. Maybe you’ve already partnered with an IT provider and things just aren’t clicking. Or maybe…
Smart IT Moves for Smarter Towns and Cities: Top Tech Tips for Municipalities in 2025
In an era where cyber threats are growing faster than potholes in spring, municipalities can’t afford to let their technology fall behind. Local governments are under pressure to deliver secure, efficient services—often on tight budgets and with aging infrastructure. At Schilling IT, we’ve worked with city halls, public works, and police departments across Northwest Indiana…
The Real Cost of Cheap IT
The Real Cost of Cheap IT: Why $300/Month Support Can’t Keep Up with Your Business When shopping for IT services, it’s easy to be drawn to a provider offering support for just $300 a month. After all, why pay more when you can seemingly get “the same thing” for a fraction of the cost? But…
AI to the Rescue: 6 Game-Changing Tools Making Businesses More Efficient
AI to the Rescue: 6 Game-Changing Tools Making Businesses More Efficient Let’s be honest—running a business can feel like juggling flaming torches while riding a unicycle. There’s always too much to do and not enough time. But guess what? AI is swooping in like a superhero (minus the cape, unfortunately) to save the day! From…
A New Tariff in Town: Navigating Rising Costs in Computer and Network Hardware
A New Tariff in Town: Navigating Rising Costs in Computer and Network Hardware The tech world is facing a double whammy: looming tariffs on imported goods and the Windows 10 end-of-life (EOL) deadline in October 2025. If your business relies on computers and network hardware, these changes could significantly impact your budget and purchasing strategy.…
What is EDR, and How Does It Benefit Your Business?
In today’s interconnected world, the digital landscape is both an opportunity and a battlefield. Cybersecurity isn’t just a buzzword anymore; it’s a cornerstone of running a modern business. This is where EDR, or Endpoint Detection and Response, steps into the spotlight. But what exactly is EDR, and why should your business care about it? Let’s…