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Manufacturing downtime represents one of the most expensive operational challenges facing industrial companies today. According to Forbes, unplanned downtime can cost manufacturing companies a staggering $50 billion per year. More specifically, Siemens' True Cost of Downtime 2024 report found that…...

Organizations seeking managed IT services deserve more than transactional vendors. They deserve partners invested in their long-term success. At CTC Technologies, our mission is to move beyond the typical set it and forget it provider approach. Instead, we build enduring relationships based on…...

For many organizations, IT projects can become bogged down by outdated inventories, mismatched hardware records, and unexpected gaps in coverage. These issues often result in wasted budgets, unnecessary purchases, and solutions that fall short of expectations. CTC Technologies addresses these…...

Introduction: Understanding Managed IT ServicesIf you are looking to keep your business technology reliable, secure, and efficient without overwhelming your internal IT staff, managed IT services may be the solution. Managed IT services are a way to partner with experts who handle routine technology…...

The biggest misconception about managed service providers (MSPs)? That bringing one on board means showing your internal IT team the door. At CTC Technologies, we've seen this fear stop organizations from getting the managed IT services support they desperately need. Here's your step-by-step…...

Choosing a managed service provider (MSP) is about more than just ticking boxes on a checklist. The right MSP should be a true partner-one who keeps your business secure, efficient, and ready for what’s next. But with so many options out there, how do you know which provider is the best fit for…...

For decades, Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) systems in manufacturing environments operated as separate islands. IT departments managed business systems, while OT teams handled the equipment that actually made products. Today, that separation is disappearing as…...

Manufacturing companies today face two big challenges that seem to pull in opposite directions: the need for high-performance IT infrastructure and the growing pressure to improve environmental sustainability. At CTC Technologies, we've learned you don't have to choose between these priorities. Our…...

Let's talk about something that keeps IT directors up at night: network downtime. When you're running multiple sites, a network failure isn't just a headache - it's a serious threat to your bottom line. We've seen it happen too many times, and trust us, the impact is always bigger than people…...

Something we see every day in manufacturing is the constant pressure to keep operations running smoothly while preventing costly downtime. Network issues can bring an entire production line to a halt, and in today's complex manufacturing environment, that's just not acceptable. That's where…...

Businesses today rely on IT infrastructure more than ever. From network security to cloud management, the right managed IT services provider (MSP) can make or break your company’s efficiency, security, and long-term growth. But with so many options out there, how do you know which provider is the…...