Companies often overlook the silent killer of their IT budgets—licensing bloat. I'm referring to the unnecessary costs while your software and SaaS purchases go unchecked, which drain financial resources and create significant security risks. As your trusted IT partner, the Facet team and I are here to shed light on this persistent issue and guide you through effective strategies to manage and mitigate licensing bloat.

Redefining Compliance: From Necessity to Opportunity

Traditionally, compliance has been viewed as a reactive necessity, a box to check in response to regulatory requirements. However, this perspective is shifting. Forward-thinking businesses now see compliance as a strategic investment and a potential revenue-generating opportunity. This article aims to change your perspective, showing how proactive compliance can bring a cascade of benefits that go beyond mere legal adherence.

The need for a resilient, scalable, profitable, and defendable business model is more critical than ever. Facet Systemization offers a comprehensive approach to achieving these goals through a structured process. By following the steps of Map, Analyze, Target, Architect, Automate, and Iterate, businesses can reinforce every aspect of their operations and drive sustainable growth. Here's how this systematic approach can transform your business.

In a significant, and very welcome turn of events, HP has decided to discontinue its online-only LaserJet printers. This decision comes in response to a wave of customer backlash, primarily due to the restrictions placed on these printers, which required an HP+ subscription and a constant internet connection to function.