Episodes

  • Benefits of Managed IT Services: The Business Advantage Most Companies Notice Too Late
    Jul 21 2026

    Most businesses don't notice IT when everything works. They notice it when phones stop ringing, printers refuse to cooperate, Wi-Fi drops during customer meetings, or support tickets pile up faster than they get resolved.


    In this episode, we break down the real-world benefits of managed IT services, why proactive support changes daily operations, and how the right IT partner keeps revenue-producing work moving.


    If you want fewer recurring problems, faster resolutions, and stronger operational stability, this conversation explains what actually makes the difference behind the scenes.


    Read more: https://nssaz.com/benefits-of-managed-it-services


    Connect with us:

    Website: https://nssaz.com/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/network-system-solutions/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NetworkSystemsSolutions

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Nw6NeFPE55nJfV92llLJL


    Mike Mazick, Owner and CEO

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-mazick-61a8a4237/

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    2 mins
  • Managed Services vs Professional Services: The IT Decision That Changes Everything
    Jul 21 2026

    Managed services vs professional services sounds like a simple comparison until the wrong choice starts slowing your business.


    Daily support, major IT projects, compliance deadlines, phone migrations, and office expansions all demand different types of expertise. This episode breaks down where managed services end, where professional services begin, and why successful businesses often need both.


    Learn how to avoid stalled projects, recurring IT issues, and vendor confusion while building an IT strategy that supports long-term growth without disrupting everyday operations.


    Read more: https://nssaz.com/managed-services-vs-professional-services


    Connect with us:

    Website: https://nssaz.com/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/network-system-solutions/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NetworkSystemsSolutions

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Nw6NeFPE55nJfV92llLJL


    Mike Mazick, Owner and CEO

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-mazick-61a8a4237/

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    2 mins
  • IT Managed Services Challenges: Why Your Business Keeps Hitting IT Roadblocks
    Jun 15 2026

    IT managed services challenges rarely begin with a major outage. They start with small delays that quietly pile up, such as stuck approvals, recurring tickets, access problems, aging devices, and unclear accountability.


    In this episode, we unpack the hidden operational friction slowing growth and creating avoidable costs.


    Learn how stronger ownership, better IT planning, smarter vendor coordination, and practical workflows can turn recurring problems into measurable business improvements.


    Read more: https://nssaz.com/managed-it-services-challenges


    Connect with us:

    Website: https://nssaz.com/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/network-system-solutions/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NetworkSystemsSolutions

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Nw6NeFPE55nJfV92llLJL


    Mike Mazick, Owner and CEO

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-mazick-61a8a4237/

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    2 mins
  • What are Managed IT Services? Why Smart Businesses Stop Chasing IT Problems
    Jun 15 2026

    What are managed IT services, really? Most business owners hear the term, see the monthly price tag, and still have no clue what they are actually paying for.


    This episode cuts through the noise. We unpack why delayed approvals, broken systems, vendor finger-pointing, and constant IT confusion drain time and money faster than most leaders realize.


    Learn how managed IT support helps businesses create clear ownership, faster problem-solving, stronger planning, and fewer operational headaches before downtime starts running the show.


    Read more: https://nssaz.com/what-are-managed-it-services


    Connect with us:

    Website: https://nssaz.com/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/network-system-solutions/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NetworkSystemsSolutions

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Nw6NeFPE55nJfV92llLJL


    Mike Mazick, Owner and CEO

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-mazick-61a8a4237/

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    2 mins
  • IT Careers In Tempe: Practical Skills Local Businesses Need
    Jun 12 2026

    Are you looking to break into the tech industry but unsure where to start? With 78% of businesses worldwide facing a shortage of tech talent, there has never been a better time to explore IT Careers in Tempe. In this video, we break down the exact education pathways available right here in Tempe, AZ, and explain what local employers are actually looking for when hiring for help desk, cloud management, and cybersecurity roles.

    We explore the pros and cons of four-year universities like ASU, specialized tech schools like UAT, community college degrees through the Maricopa County system, and rapid cybersecurity bootcamps. Learn how to map your education to the real-world operational coverage that businesses desperately need to keep their daily work moving.


    Read the full article: https://nssaz.com/top-tech-education-opportunities-tempe


    Connect with us:

    Website: https://nssaz.com/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/network-system-solutions/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NetworkSystemsSolutions

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Nw6NeFPE55nJfV92llLJL


    Mike Mazick, Owner and CEO

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-mazick-61a8a4237/

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    2 mins
  • Tempe Tech Conferences: A Practical Guide For Better IT Decisions
    Jun 4 2026

    Are your tech conference trips leaving your office short-staffed while you return with nothing but a stack of unread vendor flyers? Sending your leadership or technical team to an event shouldn't mean leaving your daily operations in chaos. In this video, we break down how to apply a strict business filter to Tempe Tech Conferences so you can bring home actionable plans instead of empty ideas.

    We explore how to evaluate upcoming tech trade shows and summits by real business outcomes rather than industry hype. Learn what critical security controls your team should actually bring back from cybersecurity conferences, how to audit third-party vendor risk, and how to build a post-event action plan that keeps your daily workflow moving without interruption.


    Read the full article: https://nssaz.com/top-tech-conferences-tempe


    Connect with us:

    Website: https://nssaz.com/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/network-system-solutions/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NetworkSystemsSolutions

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Nw6NeFPE55nJfV92llLJL


    Mike Mazick, Owner and CEO

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-mazick-61a8a4237/

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    2 mins
  • What Top Tempe Tech Companies Teach About Practical Cybersecurity
    Jun 4 2026

    Is your team guessing about what's safe to click, share, or approve? When cybersecurity is treated as an afterthought, a single clicking error can turn into a multi-day outage that stalls your dispatch, billing, and customer service. In this video, we look at the Top Tempe Tech Companies and unpack the practical cybersecurity habits local businesses can use to protect their daily operations.

    We break down how mature tech environments turn security into a disciplined operating function rather than a set of restrictive roadblocks. Learn how to protect your devices, verify vendor changes, and ensure your backups actually work before a disaster strikes.


    Read the full article: https://nssaz.com/top-tempe-tech-companies


    Connect with us:

    Website: https://nssaz.com/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/network-system-solutions/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NetworkSystemsSolutions

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Nw6NeFPE55nJfV92llLJL


    Mike Mazick, Owner and CEO

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-mazick-61a8a4237/

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    2 mins
  • Tempe Industries Uncovered: Why Reactive IT Is Costing You More Than You Think
    Apr 30 2026

    In this episode, we break down the real challenges shaping Tempe industries—from rising tech talent shortages to increasing cybersecurity threats in manufacturing and beyond. Learn why the traditional break-fix IT model is falling short and how forward-thinking businesses are shifting to proactive IT partnerships that drive results. We explore how aligning technology with real workflows leads to faster time-to-market, stronger operations, and reduced risk. If you’re navigating growth, talent pressure, or security concerns in Tempe industries, this conversation will give you a clearer path forward.


    Read more: https://nssaz.com/tempe-industries/

    Connect with us:

    Website link: https://nssaz.com/

    YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/@NetworkSystemsSolutions

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Nw6NeFPE55nJfV92llLJL


    Have questions? Reach out to us: Joey Mazick, Managing Partner at Network Systems And Solutions: https://linkedin.com/in/joeymazick

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    2 mins