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Notes from the field.
Short, practical pieces on the decisions I get asked about most. No news, no trends, no AI takes.
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How to read a managed IT services quote
Managed IT proposals price a relationship, not a thing. Here is how I read one: the unit of pricing, the exclusions page, and who owns the tooling.
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What to check before a tech contract renews
Most technology contracts renew quietly on worse terms. Here is what to check in the ninety days before, and where you actually have leverage.
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Will Your Smart Home Still Work in Five Years?
Cloud shutdowns turn working smart home hardware into plastic. Here is the question to ask before you buy, and what to do with the gear you already own.
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How to read a camera-system quote before you sign it
Five things that are usually missing from a security camera quote, and the one line item that is almost always padded.
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Eight questions to ask before signing a hosting contract
The questions that separate a good hosting deal from an expensive one: tested backups, real support, renewal pricing, and the exit.
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