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Benefits of Technology Strategy [2025 Update]

Posted on August 25, 2025 by Merrick Sloss

The starting place for technology strategy is a mindset. It’s recognizing that IT is more than just overhead. Technology isn’t only essential for keeping business operations running—it can accelerate business growth. While technology strategy includes the utilization of best practices to create and scale high-functioning IT systems, there is no cookie-cutter template that you can use to create IT strategy. Strategy sets out a path to take you from where you are today, to where you want to go tomorrow and that’s unique for every organization. It will be evident if you don’t have a tech strategy. When you don’t […]

What is a Managed IT Service Provider?

Posted on July 23, 2025 by Merrick Sloss

[2025 Update] If you’re reading this, someone probably told you to “look into managed IT services” for your business. Here’s what that actually means and whether it makes sense for you. But first, here’s what you need to watch out for – some companies calling themselves “managed service providers” can handle basic IT maintenance but have no idea how to help you implement AI tools, automation workflows, or other emerging technologies that could actually transform your business. So what’s a real managed service provider in 2025? And how do you tell the difference between companies that can genuinely help your […]

Bellwether Technology Corporation Named a Top Workplace 2025 for Seventh Consecutive Year

Posted on June 30, 2025 by Merrick Sloss

(New Orleans, Louisiana, June 30, 2025) – Bellwether Technology Corporation has been named a Top Workplace 2025 by The Times-Picayune and The New Orleans Advocate. This is the seventh consecutive year the company has earned this recognition. The honor comes directly from employee feedback collected through a confidential survey that measures key aspects of workplace experience, including how respected and supported people feel, opportunities for growth, and empowerment to excel in their roles. “Being recognized as a Top Workplace seven years in a row means everything to us because it comes straight from our team,” said Steven Ellis, CEO of […]

Process-Powered Progress – Spotlight on Blake

Posted on June 13, 2025 by Merrick Sloss

Before he came to Bellwether, Blake had already spent enough time in the managed service provider (MSP) world to know that some days pushed the limits of what a fast-paced job should feel like. So when he stepped into his role as a Project Engineer, he was hopeful that this time would be different, but realistic about what MSP work often demanded. From his first days on the team, it was clear that Bellwether wasn’t just another MSP. The difference showed up right away in the way people worked, the clarity of the processes, and the calm that came with […]

Bellwether Expands to Charlotte Giving Businesses a New Option for Managed IT Services

Posted on May 6, 2025 by Merrick Sloss

Bellwether is now serving the Charlotte, North Carolina business community. Below is the full announcement, originally published in the Charlotte Business Journal. (New Orleans, LA — May 5, 2025) Bellwether Technology Corporation, a managed IT services provider headquartered in New Orleans, is expanding into the Charlotte, North Carolina market. With over 40 years of experience helping organizations use technology to fuel growth, Bellwether is bringing its high-touch, forward-thinking approach to more businesses in the Southeast. Charlotte’s business landscape is evolving rapidly, especially in finance, tech, and manufacturing. Many companies have outgrown local IT providers that can’t scale with them, but […]

Streamline Business Processes with Automation

Posted on April 4, 2025 by Merrick Sloss

You know that feeling when a simple task at work turns into a frustrating mess? You’re chasing down approvals, re-entering the same data in multiple places, or trying to track the status of a request—only to find it stuck in limbo, requiring manual follow-ups to move forward. These inefficiencies creep in over time, slowing down work and making everything feel harder than it should be. Business process automation (BPA) is a way to streamline workflows. Automation takes the hassle out of everyday work by cutting down on repetitive tasks, reducing delays, and making sure information flows smoothly. When workflows are […]

SOC 2 Type 2 Verification for MSP Security

Posted on March 21, 2025 by Merrick Sloss

When you’re evaluating different managed IT service providers, it’s natural to look for proof that they can do what they promise. This is especially important for cybersecurity because when you partner with an MSP, you’re essentially sharing the responsibility for keeping your data and IT systems safe. Fortunately, there’s a trust signal you can look for. It’s the SOC 2 Type 2 badge. In this article: Definition of SOC SOC stands for System and Organization Controls. It’s a framework developed by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) to evaluate how an organization handles and protects data. The roots […]

Not Just a Job, A Career – Spotlight on Paul

Posted on March 7, 2025 by Merrick Sloss

Paul V. is not the type of person who flits from job to job. In fact, before he came to Bellwether, he had been with his previous employer for more than 11 years. But when he realized that he had gone as far as he could go with that company, he started to look around for other opportunities. That’s when he found Bellwether along with a vision for a growing career instead of a dead-end job. Fast Advancement from Technician to Team Lead Paul started out as an IT Support Specialist, but it wasn’t long before he advanced to Service […]

Keep Your Data Out of the Wrong Hands with Sensitivity Labeling

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Merrick Sloss

Your company information is a valuable asset. Are you sure it’s completely protected? Are you confident that your CEO’s files will always stay private or that your financial information is only seen by those who need it? What if an employee quits; is it possible for them to walk away with a copy of your customer database? If a proposal is mistakenly emailed to the wrong person, will your pricing be revealed to someone who can use that information against you? What would happen if your employees could see everyone’s salaries? You wouldn’t have to worry about any of these […]

Bellwether Technology is on CRN’s 2025 MSP 500 List

Posted on February 10, 2025 by Merrick Sloss

(New Orleans, LA, February 10, 2025) — Bellwether Technology Corporation has been named to CRN’s 2025 Managed Service Provider (MSP) 500 list in the Pioneer 250 category, recognizing its leadership in IT solutions for small and midsize businesses. Bellwether’s dedication to delivering reliable and forward-thinking IT solutions is the reason why this is the 12th consecutive year the company has been on this list. “This recognition is a sign of our team’s commitment to delivering solutions that help our clients achieve their goals and overcome IT challenges with confidence,” said Steven Ellis, CEO of Bellwether Technology Corporation. “We focus on […]