Petra Technologies, Inc.
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
Remote Workplace Technology Will Be New Future
It's no secret that technology continues to evolve and change they way we work. While it might feel like you are making choices for your business as a reaction to this global pandemic, let's reframe …
Petra Technologies, Inc.
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
Communicating With Your Team While Working Remotely
When navigating a new normal, you might not be able to engage in your typical office practices, like popping in to someone's office for a quick chat. In this clip, Chris shares a clever tip for impro…
Petra Technologies, Inc.
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
Make Sure Your Remote Network Is Secure
It's tempting to forget to prioritize security when there is massive and rapid change to how you run your business. Chris talks about security risks you will need to mitigate to keep your network sec…
Petra Technologies, Inc.
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
Using Slack to Streamline Team Communication
Chris discusses some of the features of Slack (a communication/messaging software tool) and how this can be a great resource for teams and businesses with multiple departments. Not sure where…
Petra Technologies, Inc.
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
Remote Solutions We Can Help With Right Now
As we prepare for new realities in the workplace, it might be difficult to decide what to do first. At Petra Technologies, we are invested in helping you make good choices for your business. Chri…
Petra Technologies, Inc.
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
Chris Cummings with Petra Technologies | Interview by WhirLocal TV
Chris Cummings, CEO of Petra Technologies, was able to join Tim Fahndrich from WhirLocal TV for an online interview this week. They talk about tips for keeping your business secure, helping teams com…
Petra Technologies, Inc.
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
Petra Technologies is Here to Help!
It might feel like your business is grinding to a halt with new federal and state guidelines coming out every day, but we are faced with an opportunity to look for innovative solutions. At Petra T…
Petra Technologies, Inc.
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
A Message From Chris Regarding COVID-19
Here's a message to our clients and colleagues from our CEO, Chris Cummings, regarding Petra Technologies' response to COVID-19. Chris also discusses tips for helping your own employees work from hom…
Petra Technologies, Inc.
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
The Value of Dashboards
With intangible products or services like the internet or managed IT, it can sometimes be difficult to know which services are doing what. Just like a car dashboard can give you a high-level visu…
Petra Technologies, Inc.
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
Two-Factor vs. Multi-Factor Authentication
You are about to login to your online banking portal when a notification pops up: "Confirm it's you. We'll send you a text message with a verification code to (***) ***-3563". While this may seem unn…
Petra Technologies, Inc.
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
Ransomware: Revisited
If you think we are a broken record about ransomware, you would be right! We've previously answered the question "What is ransomware?" and have discussed some of the tactics used by hackers to infect…
Petra Technologies, Inc.
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
How Much Are "Soft Costs" Costing Your Business?
Analyzing the costs of doing business go beyond simple line items like "annual salary" and "electricity." When it comes to running your business efficiently there are more factors to consider. Here a…
Petra Technologies, Inc.
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
Why Should You Invest in Managed IT?
What is the cost versus the value of investing in managed IT? While this might seem like a service to "splurge" on, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Managed IT doesn't only save you m…
Petra Technologies, Inc.
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
Security vs. Privacy: What You Need to Know
It can be easy to interchange security and privacy when you are talking about your personal or business data. Do you know the difference? The bottom line is that you want your private information …
Petra Technologies, Inc.
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
What is "VoIP"?
Acronyms like "VoIP" can sound like a weird name from Star Wars - but it's really just a simpler way to reference a technical term. VoIP, or "voice over internet protocol," is an option you should co…
Petra Technologies, Inc.
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
3 Ways To Back Up Your Computer
We've all felt the frustration of losing our work on a computer. Maybe it was due to an innocent mistake, like clicking out of a document before saving, or maybe you've had the unfortunate experience…
Petra Technologies, Inc.
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
Are Your Smart Devices Out to Get You?
It can be exciting to upgrade items in your home to make everything more convenient and connected. Who doesn't want to sit on their couch while controlling the lights, temperature, and sounds of the …
Petra Technologies, Inc.
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
How Does Petra Help the End User?
Have you ever clicked a link and immediately knew something was wrong? You're not alone! Many of us have clicked the wrong link or have gone to the wrong site and been inundated with inappropriate pi…
Petra Technologies, Inc.
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews
(503) 363-2693 4.9/5 based on 7 Reviews