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“We needed help it was only a phone call away”

We enjoyed another successful year at Hoag Library in no small part due to our relationship with Info Advantage. With the help of Johnathan and Linda we replaced many of our computers this year and have finally gotten all of our equipment onto a three year cycle for replacement. The installation of the new computers was handled in house knowing that if we needed help it was only a phone call away. Jeremiah was instrumental in helping us get all of the new equipment online and swapping out some other equipment with items that were at the end of life. Other times we have depended on Jacob to help us figure out why we were having problems. (an unknown power outage was one cause.) and he and Kris reset programs when we could not make successful updates. We were also unable to catalog new books when the dedicated computer went down. We sent the computer to IA , they performed “magic” and Jacob returned it and reinstalled it until our new computers came in.

BETTY SUE MILLER

Director Hoag Library

“Words can’t describe the difference Info Advantage has made."

I have been working with the Info Advantage team for a little over a year now as the IT Manager for VP Supply Corp. Words cannot describe the difference Info Advantage has made in my ability to do my job and protect our network and information assets. What started as a hardware vendor has now evolved into providing MSSP services to better protect our network – and we could not be happier with the quick return on investment this has given us. I would like to give a special shout-out to the members of the Info Advantage team who have not only done their job exceptionally well but have also mastered the soft skills and make me feel as though I can always reach out if we need them. Johnathan, Chris Chan, Chris McDonald, and Nick Wetherwax have been outstanding over the past year. With continued success like this VP Supply will have Info Advantage as a partner for many, many years to come!

ADAM DEKRAMER

IT Manager VP Supply Corp

“I’ve worked with Info Advantage for 12 yrs. across multiple companies.”

I have worked with Info Advantage over the past 12 years at a couple of companies. This year, Info Advantage helped me deploy a new VMWare / EMC environment for my current employer. During the selection process, they were very responsive with quote changes, responses to questions and updates explaining every aspect of the roll-out. They were very willing to take my current level of knowledge into consideration in the quoting process and their quotes were very competitive. Once awarded the project, Info Advantage proceeded very quickly to order and install the hardware in agreed time with on-hands training and system documentation for me. I would personally recommend Info Advantage for any project.

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Durst Imaging / Rochester, NY

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Recession-Proof Your Business: Buy Tech Before It Gets Pricier

October 23, 20253 min read

When it comes to upgrading technology

Many business leaders think, “Let’s wait—maybe next quarter, maybe next year.”
But the cost of waiting is rising—literally.

Between global conflicts, inflation, supply chain shocks, and economic uncertainty, technology prices are climbing and availability is tightening. If you’re thinking about delaying your next round of hardware purchases or infrastructure investments, you could be setting your business up for higher costs and fewer options down the road.

Now is not the time to wait—it’s the time to act.


The Reality of Rising IT Costs

Technology has always been subject to market fluctuations, but today’s economic climate is amplifying every price hike.

  • Global supply chain disruptions, sparked by the pandemic and ongoing geopolitical tensions, are still slowing the production and shipment of critical tech components.

  • Tariff wars between major economies have led to increased duties on imported electronics.

  • Rising interest rates make financing large capital purchases more expensive.

  • Ongoing conflicts, such as the war in the Middle East and instability in Asia, are putting pressure on global manufacturing and logistics networks.

  • Raw material shortages for chips, batteries, and rare earth elements are increasing the cost of everything from servers to laptops.

Even mainstream devices like desktops and business laptops have seen 10–25% increases over the past 18 months—and there’s no guarantee prices will stabilize anytime soon.


It’s Not Just About Price — It’s About Availability

Planning to replace your firewall? Order new workstations? Refresh your server stack?
Be prepared to wait.

Due to manufacturing backlogs and constrained shipping channels, lead times for critical hardware can stretch from weeks to several months. The longer you wait, the more you risk being stuck in line—paying more, waiting longer, and potentially compromising your business operations in the meantime.


Smart Businesses Are Getting Ahead of the Curve

The most resilient companies aren’t reacting to market shocks—they’re anticipating them.

By upgrading now, you can:

  • Lock in today’s prices before the next spike

  • Avoid supply chain bottlenecks

  • Use Section 179 tax deductions to offset costs

  • Strengthen your business continuity planning

  • Build a more scalable and future-ready infrastructure

Upgrading isn’t just about shiny new gadgets—it’s a smart investment in your company’s stability and growth.


Don’t Wait for the “Perfect Time” — It Doesn’t Exist

You might be waiting for “just the right time” to refresh your hardware or invest in new tech.
But in a rapidly shifting economic landscape, there may never be a perfect time—only a more expensive one.

What feels like financial prudence today could lead to higher expenses and operational setbacks tomorrow.


Don’t Navigate This Alone

At Info Advantage, we don’t just sell hardware—we help you build a smart, phased technology roadmap aligned with your business goals and market realities.

We’ll help you:

  • Assess your current environment

  • Prioritize upgrades by impact and urgency

  • Maximize tax and financing options

  • Source hardware efficiently, even during shortages

  • Future-proof your investments with scalability and security in mind


Let’s Build Your Tech Strategy Before the Market Moves Again

Let’s be proactive, not reactive.


We’ll work with you to plan your next upgrades before the market—and your aging infrastructure—forces your hand. Contact us today: https://info-adv.com/schedule-an-appointment

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