The Real Cost of IT Downtime: 4 Expenses Most Small Businesses Never Calculate 

A computer screen displays a Windows blue screen error message with a sad face, indicating it downtime as the PC ran into a problem and needs to restart. A progress bar shows 20% complete, with a QR code and technical error details also visible.

 The real cost of IT downtime for a small business goes far beyond a few hours of lost productivity. It includes lost revenue, stalled operations, frustrated staff, damaged client trust, and increased security risk. For Okanagan SMBs, even minor recurring outages can quietly cost tens of thousands of dollars per year and stall long-term growth.  […]