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5 Questions to Ask a Third-Party Maintenance Provider
Not all TPM providers are built the same — here are five questions that cut through the sales pitch and get at what really matters.
Brittany Perry
4 days ago2 min read


Can You Keep Up with the New Retail Experience?
In today's retail environment, especially in the luxury space, technology is becoming part of the brand experience.
Brittany Perry
Aug 102 min read


Your Support Contract Hasn't Changed in 3 Years. Your Environment Has.
Here's what that audit tends to reveal — and the questions worth asking before your next renewal auto-approves itself.
Alucid Team
Jul 292 min read


EOSL Alert: The Deadline for Dell EMC Systems is Almost Here
A significant wave of Dell EMC enterprise storage systems are rapidly approaching End of Service Life.
Alucid Team
Jul 102 min read


The Countdown has Begun: Cisco Meraki APs Reach End of Support Next Month
On July 21, 2026, several popular Cisco Meraki wireless access points will reach their End of Support (EOSL) date.
Brittany Perry
Jun 292 min read


IT Upgrade Scams
End-of-Life is not a warning—it’s a sales tactic designed to push spending more money every 5 years.
Brittany Perry
Jun 83 min read


Slash Costs. Reduce Waste. Think Green.
If your company has a Green IT Initiative, third-party maintenance is a powerful way to align with those goals—all while cutting costs.
Brittany Perry
May 71 min read


Slash Bank Branch IT Costs with this Simple Strategy
Are your bank branches bleeding money on IT maintenance and hardware upgrades?
Alucid Team
Apr 271 min read


Goldilocks Didn’t Settle—Why Should You?!
If the OEM’s timeline is too short, and pushing hardware beyond its limits is too long, Alucid Rapid Remediation is just right.
Brittany Perry
Apr 71 min read


2026 EOSL Alert: These Dell EMC Systems Are Reaching End of Support
A significant wave of Dell EMC enterprise storage systems is approaching End of Service Life in 2026.
Alucid Team
Apr 22 min read


3 Ways Retailers Can Slash IT Operational Costs!
In today's challenging retail landscape, reducing Operational Costs (OPEX) is more critical than ever if you hope to avoid the wave of store closures.
Alucid Team
Feb 202 min read


Third-Party Maintenance Is NOT a Cost. It’s a Strategic Investment.
One of the biggest advantages of switching to third-party maintenance is the immediate cost savings — savings that can be reinvested directly into your IT strategy instead of disappearing into inflated OEM renewals.
Alucid Team
Feb 92 min read


Is Your IT Budget Stretched Too Thin?
Try these quick tips to cut costs and refocus your budget on future growth.
Brittany Perry
Jan 231 min read


Need a Smarter Way to Manage Support Contracts?
Managing IT equipment maintenance contracts across multiple vendors can be complex and time-consuming.
Brittany Perry
Jan 141 min read


Cisco Meraki End of Support Is Coming in 2026 — Don’t Get Caught Unprepared!
Several Cisco Meraki devices are scheduled to reach their End of Support (EOS) in 2026. While that date may feel far off, it has real implications for performance, security, budgeting, and long-term IT planning.
Alucid Team
Jan 72 min read


Are You Overpaying to Keep Your Servers Running?
If your server maintenance bills are creeping up year after year, you’re not alone.
Brittany Perry
Dec 18, 20251 min read


Time for Divorce?
Hollywood relationships don't last forever - and neither should your relationship with the manufacturer!
Brittany Perry
Oct 2, 20251 min read


Time is Running Out for Windows 10
There's less than a month left before Windows 10 hits EOL!
Brittany Perry
Sep 15, 20252 min read


Lies About EOL
End-of-Life is not a warning—it’s a sales tactic designed to push spending more money every 5 years
Alucid Team
Aug 27, 20252 min read


Don’t Be The Next Retail Headline
Don’t be the next “remember when?” retailer. Take control of your future and prove agility and smart IT management can keep the doors open.
Brittany Perry
Aug 19, 20251 min read
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