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Too many suppliers involved in your IT?

Too many suppliers involved in your IT?

09 November 2020

We met with a hotel manager last week and have quoted on their IT support. One aspect of our service which really came to the fore was our management of 3rd parties that are involved in a...


How often should you be calling IT support?

How often should you be calling IT support?

23 October 2020

A question – is a good IT company one you never have to call, or one who you always seem to be calling? If your IT team are on top of your systems then it is entirely possible that...


Managing your email signatures - professionally

Managing your email signatures - professionally

15 October 2020

Do you ever get an email from a contact and they’ve done a nice job of their email signature, with logos, company colour fonts and social media links all laid out professionally? But then you get...


Microsoft 365 - added value for the same monthly fee

Microsoft 365 - added value for the same monthly fee

27 September 2020

Many businesses already subscribe to Microsoft 365 for their mail services, but the subscription provides access to much more than just email. As an example we have a client who previously...


Podcast interview now available online

Podcast interview now available online

15 September 2020

Control and Shift's director Rob Savage was recently interviewed by ScaleUp Radio and the podcast is now available here. ScaleUp's Kevin Brent has a knack for drawing out his subjects and Rob...


Our service - worth paying for!

Our service - worth paying for!

09 September 2020

An interesting call was received today - we currently look after the Head Office operation of a company that has a number of subsidiaries around the UK, all of which are looked after by a large IT...


How can I prevent ransomware?

How can I prevent ransomware?

02 September 2020

Preceding Coronavirus by a number of years was the Wannacry virus of 2017. You may recall that was the computer virus that brought the NHS’ systems to a standstill. That caught a lot of...


How the cloud is keeping businesses connected in 2020

How the cloud is keeping businesses connected in 2020

28 August 2020

As IT is having it’s moment in the sun currently, keeping many businesses connected to their systems while they have to work away from their normal office locations, it’s might seem odd...


Is an IT support contract simply an insurance policy?

Is an IT support contract simply an insurance policy?

27 August 2020

Talking to a prospective client recently, they said “Ah I see, so your fixed monthly fee is basically an insurance policy!”. Well yes – and no – I said. Let's first...


IT in Plain English

IT in Plain English

27 August 2020

On the website of the Plain English Campaign there is a list of companies that have been awarded their crystal mark for using language that is free of gobbledygook, jargon and misleading...


Diamond Branded Promotional Products

Diamond Branded Promotional Products

01 June 2020

When we work with other businesses to find the best solutions for them, we make sure we offer great customer service. So that when the client is ready to go ahead, they would hopefully get in...


Armstrong Bell's 200th Bill run!

Armstrong Bell's 200th Bill run!

15 February 2019

Yesterday marked a significant milestone for Armstrong Bell as we celebrated our 200th bill run with our partners 9 Group! It was a great opportunity for us to reflect and see how far the business has grown and changed over the 16 and half years partnership. 


Is VoIP right for your Business?

Is VoIP right for your Business?

23 January 2019

 VoIP telephone systems offer a solution for many of the changes that the modern-day business face. The increase in working remotely and the accessibility of needing to having...


Why should your business be investing in company mobile phones?

Why should your business be investing in company mobile phones?

19 November 2018

Company mobile phones are one of the most important investments you should be making for your business. The world of technology is vastly complex at times and yet is continuing to develop at a rapid rate. However, in order to remain a thriving business, it is vital to take advantage of the many different benefits that these new technological breakthroughs can offer companies. With cloud-based storage systems, internet-sharing file abilities and hosted voice services these technological advances can offer heaps of benefits to your company and allow you to thrive and work fast and efficiently alongside other establishments too.  Here’s why you should be introducing business mobile phones into your business and its workforce:


Business Mobile | Equipping your staff with the right communication tools

Business Mobile | Equipping your staff with the right communication tools

05 November 2018

When it comes to business communication, you can trust that here at Armstrong Bell, as leading business mobile providers, we know exactly what we are doing. We have spent over twenty years providing telephony solutions; keeping up with the rapidly developing technological world to improve networking for a wide range of businesses and organisations. Amongst the many strategies and solutions our clients invest in, our business mobile phone deals have proved particularly popular and successful and with so many deals to choose from, you can be sure we can find the perfect package deal for your team.


VoIP vs Landline for Business | should you make the switch?

VoIP vs Landline for Business | should you make the switch?

02 October 2018

Choosing between VoIP & Landline for your business can be a tricky decision to make, particularly if you are not experienced in telephony solutions. Here at Armstrong Bell - leading providers of VoIP systems, we have over twenty years of experience in telephony solutions, and consider ourselves as experts in the trade. During our years of experience we have upgraded telephone systems for a wide range of businesses and organisations and have proudly watched companies reap the benefits of a hosted phone system, but what makes them better than a landline?


Mobiles for business | Shifting communication to a whole new level

Mobiles for business | Shifting communication to a whole new level

25 September 2018

Mobiles for business is just one of the many communication solutions we are proud to offer businesses here at Armstrong Bell. As established business leaders ourselves, we have a full appreciation for the importance of communication and networking, and the vital role these aspects plan in the day-to-day running of a business. Whether you are liaising with clients out-of-house or conferring with other teams in your company, having a reliable form of communication is crucial in order to maintain productivity levels.


VoIP - Why should your business invest?

VoIP - Why should your business invest?

20 September 2018

Businesses and organisations rely on communication in order to thrive and continue their success; whether it is talking to clients and customers or communicating within the workforce, having a solid communication platform is vital for a company. Up until now, the traditional public switch telephony network was the go-to communication strategy for businesses, however with the fast expansion and developments of the internet, VoIP is now the system that has become heavily invested in worldwide.


Business Mobiles at Armstrong Bell | Improving business communication

Business Mobiles at Armstrong Bell | Improving business communication

13 September 2018

Business mobiles from Armstrong Bell are a great way too improve communication within your establishment. Communication investments and strategies may often be overlooked for small businesses; however, networking is equally as important for a small business as it is for a large ones. Here at Armstrong Bell, leading providers of telecommunication strategies and platforms, we are proud to offer a wide range of networking solutions that can be tailored to an all-manner of businesses and workforces.


VoIP Meaning | What is VoIP and do I need it?

VoIP Meaning | What is VoIP and do I need it?

03 September 2018

As with any telephony system, before investing in VoIP it is important to make sure you understand the technology  and are confident knowing what it can bring to your business. As leading providers of telephony solutions, we understand that many of you may not understand the systems as much as we do, but you can rest easy knowing we’ll be here to answer any questions and enquiries before you make any decisions. We offer a wide range of communication systems and networking solutions for businesses and organisations but one of our most popular products is undoubtedly our VoIP & Hosted voice.


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