Small Business Network Racks: Why Shelves Don’t Cut It
The Shelf Problem It starts simple: a modem, a switch, maybe a firewall, all stacked on a shelf. Over time, more cables, cameras, phones, and Wi-Fi gear are added. Before long, that shelf is a tangle of wires and power strips. Troubleshooting becomes painful, equipment overheats, and one unplugged cable can knock out your entire […]
Structured Cabling for Franchise Build-Outs: What to Plan Before Opening Day
Why Cabling Matters in a New Franchise Location When a franchise is opening a new location, the focus is usually on signage, finishes, and staff. But behind the scenes, the structured cabling is what makes everything work: point-of-sale systems, Wi-Fi, VoIP phones, security cameras, and even TVs. Skimping or guessing during construction often leads to […]
Copier Leasing vs Buying in 2025: What’s Best for Growing Businesses?
The Copier Question Every Business Faces Every office relies on copiers and multifunction printers, but deciding whether to lease or buy can feel complicated. In 2025, with costs rising and technology changing quickly, the right choice depends on your growth plans, cash flow, and support needs. At Digital Systems Integration (DSI), we help businesses across […]
Why Door Access Systems Fail After Year One (and How to Avoid It)
The Problem with Door Access Systems After Year One Many businesses invest in a door access control system to improve security, track entry, and simplify employee management. But too often, after the first year, these systems start showing cracks: unreliable card readers, software issues, or lack of support. What should have been a seamless solution […]
Why Small Businesses on the Space Coast Choose UniFi for Networking
The Networking Challenge for Small Businesses Every business today runs on its network. From point-of-sale systems to cloud apps and Wi-Fi for staff and guests, downtime or slow speeds can mean lost sales and productivity. Small businesses need reliable networking that doesn’t break the budget or require a full-time IT department. That’s why so many […]
NDAA-Compliant Cameras: What Local Businesses Need to Know in 2025
Why NDAA Compliance Matters If your business is considering new security cameras in 2025, you may come across the term NDAA-compliant. The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) prohibits U.S. government agencies — and businesses working with them — from using certain camera and security equipment made by restricted manufacturers. But NDAA isn’t just a government […]
Secure Printing with RFID: Protecting Documents in Shared Office Environments
Why Secure Printing Matters In offices where multiple people share printers, sensitive information can end up in the wrong hands. Print jobs sit in trays, documents get mixed, and confidential data is left exposed. For businesses in finance, healthcare, and government contracting, this is more than an inconvenience — it’s a risk. That’s where RFID […]
What Businesses Overlook When Planning Structured Cabling (And How It Costs More Later)
The Hidden Costs of Cutting Corners Structured cabling isn’t just pulling wires. It’s the backbone of every phone call, every cloud app, and every security camera your business depends on. Too often, companies try to save money during installation — only to spend far more later fixing what was overlooked. At Digital Systems Integration (DSI), […]
On-Premise Sage MAS 50/100/300 Deployments: RDS Gotchas You Need to Know
When Accounting Software Meets Real Infrastructure Sage MAS has been powering accounting and ERP for decades. Versions 50, 100, and 300 are still widely used in manufacturing, distribution, and service companies — often with hundreds of daily users. But while the application itself is stable, on-premise deployments can trip up IT teams, especially when running […]
Scaling Redmine on Linux for 500+ Users
When Tools Have to Grow Up With You For a small team, project management is simple: a few boards, a shared folder, maybe even spreadsheets. But once you’re running with 500 people, those tools start to collapse. Projects sprawl, deadlines slip, and nobody knows where the truth lives. That’s when an organization has to ask: […]