In episode 70 of the Buying Local podcast, host Mike Nelson sits down with Jared Humiston of Adirondack Technical Solutions to talk about how businesses can better manage IT, strengthen cybersecurity, and avoid costly disruptions. Jared shares practical insights on common tech mistakes, proactive solutions, and why having the right IT partner is essential for growth.

Learn more about Jared and Adirondack Technical Solutions at adktechs.com.

0:00 Introduction

0:42 Meet Jared Humiston and ADKtechs

1:35 What Adirondack Technical Solutions Does

4:15 Early Challenges Working with Small Businesses

5:42 The Most Common IT Problems Companies Face

8:28 Break/Fix IT vs Managed Services Explained

09:55 The Hidden Cost of Waiting for Things to Break

12:40 Cybersecurity Risks Small Businesses Overlook

15:32 Phishing and Human Error Vulnerabilities

18:20 How ADKtechs Helps Prevent Attacks

22:30 What Happens When You Lose Your Data

23:55 Supporting Remote and Hybrid Workforces

25:20 Cloud Systems and Accessibility

28:05 When to Upgrade Your Systems

29:30 Working with Local vs National IT Providers

33:35 Budgeting for IT the Right Way

36:10 Simple Steps to Improve IT Today

37:25 Jared’s Advice for Business Owners

38:40 Future Trends in IT and Cybersecurity

39:45 How to Get Started with ADKtechs

40:30 Where to Find Jared and Outro