Session 1: "2017 State of cybercrime report" 

Day-to-day commerce increasingly relies on an interconnected web of digital processes and systems that goes largely unseen and is scarcely understood by most of the people depending on it. Exploiting this interconnectivity, and the lack of knowledge surrounding it, has turned into a big business for cybercriminals, whose nefarious Internet activities wreak financial havoc every year on companies and consumers alike. The global financial toll of cybercrime is difficult to quantify, but in the United States, the FBI reported that Internet crime led to losses in excess of $1.3 billion USD in 2016.

Kevin Smith, Solutions Unlimited President, will present the 2017 State of Cybercrime Report which will detail the current threats to every small business, and steps you can take right now to protect yourself.

Session 2: "What every small business needs to know to free up capital for growth and expansion"

What is Section 179?

Section 179 is a tax deduction available to business that allows you to recoup some of the money spent specifically on technology. In December 2015, Congress passed and signed the PATH Act, which increased the Section 179 cap to $500,000 for 2017.

By giving businesses the ability to write off the full amount spent on qualifying items, Section 179 can help you to make upgrades to both your technology, and your workspace. But there is a small catch; only items purchased and installed by December 31st, 2017 will qualify.

In order to give businesses an opportunity to make Section 179 work to their advantage, Solutions Unlimited will be hosting a Free Lunch & Learn Seminar on Thursday, October 26th at 11:30am to discuss Section 179 in detail. We will cover which items qualify for this deduction, as well as tips for budgeting and buying smart.

Don’t miss out on your chance to keep your business current with the latest technology, and give yourself an edge over your competitors. Investing in your IT is crucial to the future of your business. As businesses continue to rely more heavily on technology for day-to-day operations, making sure the technology you are using is up to the task has never been more important.