<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><?xml-stylesheet href="/rss-styles.xsl" type="text/xsl"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>PTS Managed Services Blog</title><description>Practical IT guidance for businesses in Hong Kong, China, Singapore and APAC. Cybersecurity, cloud, procurement, projects and more.</description><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/</link><language>en-gb</language><item><title>iOS 18.2: Frustrating Chat GPT Limitations for Hong Kong Users</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/ios-chatgpt/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/ios-chatgpt/</guid><pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>ai</category><category>apple</category><category>hong-kong</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>How a Trump Victory Could Impact the Hong Kong Tech Sector</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/trump-victory/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/trump-victory/</guid><pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>compliance</category><category>china</category><category>hong-kong</category><category>apac</category><category>news</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>Hong Kong Cybersecurity - Threats are on the Rise</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/hong-kong-cybersecurity-threats-are-on-the-rise/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/hong-kong-cybersecurity-threats-are-on-the-rise/</guid><description>Hong Kong Cybersecurity threats are escalating at an alarming rate, impacting both individuals and businesses through online scams, phishing, and malware attacks.</description><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>cybersecurity</category><category>managed-it</category><category>hong-kong</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>PTS IT Procurement Services</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/it-procurement-2/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/it-procurement-2/</guid><description>Full-Spectrum IT Procurement with PTS Managed Services: Simplifying Purchases and Logistics for your business</description><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>wifi</category><category>it-procurement</category><category>infrastructure</category><category>managed-it</category><category>hong-kong</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>The Ultimate Guide to IT Support and Service Management in 2024</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/insights__it-support-and-service-management-in-2024/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/insights__it-support-and-service-management-in-2024/</guid><description>Discover how PTS Managed Services delivers comprehensive IT support, advanced AV solutions, and efficient procurement services to optimise business infrastructure across Hong Kong and China. This article explores the company’s commitment to enhancing operational efficiency and technological integration for enterprises in the region.</description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>it-procurement</category><category>managed-it</category><category>china</category><category>hong-kong</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>Cybersecurity Challenges in China</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/cybersecurity-challenges-in-china-for-western-companies/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/cybersecurity-challenges-in-china-for-western-companies/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>cybersecurity</category><category>cloud</category><category>managed-it</category><category>compliance</category><category>china</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>Protection of Critical Infrastructure (Computer System) Bill in Hong Kong</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/protection-of-critical-infrastructure-computer-system-bill-in-hong-kong/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/protection-of-critical-infrastructure-computer-system-bill-in-hong-kong/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>apple</category><category>cybersecurity</category><category>managed-it</category><category>compliance</category><category>china</category><category>hong-kong</category><category>apac</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>The Role of Firewalls in Cybersecurity</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/network-firewall-protection/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/network-firewall-protection/</guid><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>ai</category><category>microsoft-365</category><category>cybersecurity</category><category>infrastructure</category><category>managed-it</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>Audio Visual Solutions</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/audio-visual-solutions/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/audio-visual-solutions/</guid><description>Audio visual solutions are important for all businesses operating today.</description><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>microsoft-365</category><category>av</category><category>infrastructure</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>TL;DR: Top 10 Technology Challenges in China for Foreign Business</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/top-10-technology-challenges-in-china/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/top-10-technology-challenges-in-china/</guid><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>microsoft-365</category><category>cybersecurity</category><category>cloud</category><category>infrastructure</category><category>managed-it</category><category>compliance</category><category>china</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>AI Scams on the Rise in Hong Kong: How to Stay Protected</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/ai-scams-in-hong-kong/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/ai-scams-in-hong-kong/</guid><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>ai</category><category>cybersecurity</category><category>hong-kong</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>Outsourcing your IT</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/outsourcing-your-it/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/outsourcing-your-it/</guid><description>IT Managed Services simply refers to outsourcing some portion, or all, of your IT services and technology to an external service provider.</description><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>it-procurement</category><category>infrastructure</category><category>managed-it</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>IT Integration in China, Challenges for Manufacturing</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/it-integration-in-china/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/it-integration-in-china/</guid><description>IT Integration in China. Western companies acquiring manufacturing operations in China often face significant challenges when it comes to integrating these new assets into their global IT systems.</description><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>cybersecurity</category><category>cloud</category><category>infrastructure</category><category>managed-it</category><category>compliance</category><category>china</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>Meeting Room Display Size</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/choosing-displays/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/choosing-displays/</guid><description>Choosing your display size is important</description><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>av</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>TOP 10 Considerations When Choosing a Video Conferencing Solution</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/choosing-video-conferencing-solution/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/choosing-video-conferencing-solution/</guid><description>Top 10 Considerations When Choosing the Right Video Conferencing Solution</description><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>apple</category><category>wifi</category><category>av</category><category>it-procurement</category><category>it-projects</category><category>infrastructure</category><category>managed-it</category><category>compliance</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>Review: Top 3 Dell Laptops for Business</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/dell/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/dell/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>it-procurement</category><category>hong-kong</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>Hong Kong Privacy Laws PDPO</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/hongkong-pdpo-law/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/hongkong-pdpo-law/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>cybersecurity</category><category>cloud</category><category>it-procurement</category><category>managed-it</category><category>compliance</category><category>hong-kong</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>PTS Achieves ISO 27001 Certification</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/iso-27001/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/iso-27001/</guid><description>PTS has been awarded the ISO 27001 certification. This achievement signifies our commitment to the highest standards of information security</description><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>managed-it</category><category>compliance</category><category>hong-kong</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>Top 10 IT Management Challenges in HK and China</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/it-hongkong-china/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/it-hongkong-china/</guid><description>Top 10 Challenges for Foreign Businesses Operating IT in Hong Kong and China Remotely</description><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>cybersecurity</category><category>it-procurement</category><category>it-projects</category><category>infrastructure</category><category>managed-it</category><category>compliance</category><category>china</category><category>hong-kong</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>Review: Top 3 Lenovo Laptops for Business</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/lenovo/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/lenovo/</guid><description>PTS Managed Services provides IT support, audiovisual solutions, and procurement for businesses in Hong Kong and China. They combine advanced tech and expert management to optimise infrastructure, boosting efficiency and reliability. Their strategic approach ensures smooth IT and AV operations, making them a trusted regional partner.</description><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>av</category><category>it-procurement</category><category>managed-it</category><category>china</category><category>hong-kong</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>Microsoft AI: Leading the Future of AI in Schools</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/microsoft-ai-hong-kong/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/microsoft-ai-hong-kong/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>ai</category><category>cloud</category><category>hong-kong</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>Microsoft Purview</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/microsoft-purview/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/microsoft-purview/</guid><description>Microsoft created Microsoft Purview for Data Governance, Compliance and DLP. Purview gives you a bird&apos;s-eye view of your entire data landscape</description><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>microsoft-365</category><category>cybersecurity</category><category>cloud</category><category>infrastructure</category><category>compliance</category><category>china</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>Protecting Your Smart Building</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/protect-smart-building/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/protect-smart-building/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>cybersecurity</category><category>wifi</category><category>it-procurement</category><category>infrastructure</category><category>managed-it</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>Systems Integrators and IT Projects</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/systems-integrator/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/systems-integrator/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>it-projects</category><category>infrastructure</category><category>managed-it</category><category>compliance</category><category>china</category><category>hong-kong</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>Will Apple Remove Wechat? (Updated)</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/will-apple-remove-wechat/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/will-apple-remove-wechat/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>apple</category><category>cloud</category><category>compliance</category><category>china</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>Migrating to Microsoft 365 and Azure</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/m365-azure-migration/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/m365-azure-migration/</guid><description>Delve into the crucial factors, such as TCO, security, and performance, that businesses must assess when deciding whether to migrate from on-premises solutions to Microsoft 365 and Azure.</description><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>microsoft-365</category><category>cybersecurity</category><category>cloud</category><category>infrastructure</category><category>managed-it</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>PTS Tech Troubleshooting Guide</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/pts-tech-troubleshooting-guide/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/pts-tech-troubleshooting-guide/</guid><description>Common issues our users face and some simple solutions you can try to fix them</description><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>wifi</category><category>infrastructure</category><category>managed-it</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>The Future of Chat GPT and AI in Hong Kong</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/chatgpt-hong-kong/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/chatgpt-hong-kong/</guid><description>Is ChatGPT in Hong Kong officially? 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Learn the common causes of business WiFi issues and how to diagnose and fix performance problems effectively.</description><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>wifi</category><category>infrastructure</category><category>hong-kong</category><category>apac</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>Apple’s iOS 19 promises major AI-powered features</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/ios19-rumours/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/ios19-rumours/</guid><description>Apple’s iOS 19 promises major AI-powered features via Apple Intelligence—but will they work in Hong Kong? Explore key updates, regional limitations, and business risks.</description><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>ai</category><category>apple</category><category>infrastructure</category><category>china</category><category>hong-kong</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>Why Boring IT Policies Are Essential for IT Security and Compliance</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/it-policies/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/it-policies/</guid><description>Information Technology (IT) serves as the backbone of most operations. 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Avoid grey market risks, get the right specifications, and build a procurement process that saves money. Expert guide from PTS Consulting.</description><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>apple</category><category>it-procurement</category><category>infrastructure</category><category>hong-kong</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>IT Project Management Hong Kong | Technology Project Delivery | PTS Consulting</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/it-project-management-in-hong-kong-how-to-deliver-technology-projects-without-the-headaches/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/it-project-management-in-hong-kong-how-to-deliver-technology-projects-without-the-headaches/</guid><description>IT projects in Hong Kong running over budget? Learn how professional IT project management prevents scope creep, vendor clashes, and delays. Office relocations, fit-outs, and infrastructure projects. 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Learn about cloud readiness assessment, migration strategies, cost management, and how PTS Managed Services can help you move to Azure successfully.</description><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>cloud</category><category>it-procurement</category><category>infrastructure</category><category>managed-it</category><category>compliance</category><category>china</category><category>hong-kong</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>Phishing Protection Hong Kong | How to Defend Your Business from Email Attacks</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/how-to-protect-your-business-from-phishing-attacks-in-hong-kong-a-practical-guide/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/how-to-protect-your-business-from-phishing-attacks-in-hong-kong-a-practical-guide/</guid><description>Phishing attacks are rising in Hong Kong. Learn practical cybersecurity steps to protect your business, including email filtering, MFA, staff training, and incident response planning from PTS Managed Services.</description><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>microsoft-365</category><category>cybersecurity</category><category>infrastructure</category><category>managed-it</category><category>hong-kong</category><category>apac</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>Delivering IT Projects in China</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/it-projects-in-china-2/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/it-projects-in-china-2/</guid><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>microsoft-365</category><category>cybersecurity</category><category>cloud</category><category>it-procurement</category><category>infrastructure</category><category>managed-it</category><category>compliance</category><category>china</category><category>hong-kong</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>Why DeepSeek R1 Matters for Hong Kong Businesses</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/deepseek-r1/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/deepseek-r1/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>ai</category><category>cloud</category><category>compliance</category><category>china</category><category>hong-kong</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>SharePoint vs OneDrive</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/sharepoint-vs-onedrive/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/sharepoint-vs-onedrive/</guid><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>microsoft-365</category><category>infrastructure</category><category>managed-it</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>Cybersecurity Policies for Businesses</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/19-cybersecurity-policies-every-business-needs-from-the-boardroom-to-the-desktop/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/19-cybersecurity-policies-every-business-needs-from-the-boardroom-to-the-desktop/</guid><description>Discover the essential cybersecurity policies every business needs to protect data, ensure compliance and reduce risk. Learn how to build a robust IT security framework aligned with ISO 27001 and best practices from PTS Managed Services, Hong Kong’s trusted IT and cybersecurity experts.</description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>cybersecurity</category><category>cloud</category><category>infrastructure</category><category>managed-it</category><category>compliance</category><category>hong-kong</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>Microsoft 365 in China in 2025, a practical decision guide</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/microsoft-365-in-china-in-2025-a-practical-decision-guide-for-global-it/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/microsoft-365-in-china-in-2025-a-practical-decision-guide-for-global-it/</guid><description>Planning Microsoft 365 in China? Learn the 2025 differences between global and 21Vianet tenants, data residency, Teams interop, compliance and network design. A practical guide for IT leaders rolling out Microsoft 365 in Mainland China.</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>ai</category><category>microsoft-365</category><category>cloud</category><category>it-procurement</category><category>infrastructure</category><category>compliance</category><category>china</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>Chat GPT ban in Hong Kong</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/openai-ban/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/openai-ban/</guid><description>Learn about the ChatGPT ban in Hong Kong 2025, iOS 26 exclusion, and Grok access. Download PTS Consulting&apos;s free guide for AI alternatives and expert support.</description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>ai</category><category>apple</category><category>microsoft-365</category><category>china</category><category>hong-kong</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>Streamlining IT Procurement for MNCs in APAC</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/streamlining-it-procurement-in-apac/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/streamlining-it-procurement-in-apac/</guid><description>Discover how PTS Managed Services simplifies IT procurement for MNCs in Hong Kong, China, and Singapore with expert solutions.</description><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>ai</category><category>apple</category><category>microsoft-365</category><category>cybersecurity</category><category>cloud</category><category>it-procurement</category><category>infrastructure</category><category>managed-it</category><category>compliance</category><category>china</category><category>hong-kong</category><category>apac</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>Choosing IT Support in Hong Kong: What You Need to Know</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/choosing-it-support-hong-kong/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/choosing-it-support-hong-kong/</guid><description>Looking for IT support in Hong Kong? This guide helps you avoid common pitfalls and shows how certified providers like PTS offer fast, reliable solutions.</description><pubDate>Tue, 05 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>cybersecurity</category><category>it-procurement</category><category>infrastructure</category><category>managed-it</category><category>compliance</category><category>hong-kong</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>iOS26 ChatGPT &amp; AI in Hong Kong</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/ios26/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/ios26/</guid><description>Discover what iOS 26 means for on-device AI and Apple’s evolving partnership with ChatGPT. Learn why ChatGPT integration doesn’t work natively in Hong Kong and how businesses can prepare for Apple’s next major AI upgrade.</description><pubDate>Tue, 05 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>ai</category><category>apple</category><category>infrastructure</category><category>hong-kong</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>Microsoft Teams Migration Checklist: 7 Critical Steps Most People Miss</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/microsoft-teams-migration-checklist/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/microsoft-teams-migration-checklist/</guid><description>Planning a Microsoft Teams migration? Avoid common pitfalls with this step-by-step checklist covering everything from permissions and data cleanup to post-migration optimisation. Ideal for tenant-to-tenant Microsoft 365 migrations in Hong Kong and across Asia.</description><pubDate>Fri, 25 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>microsoft-365</category><category>managed-it</category><category>hong-kong</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>Microsoft 365 (M365) in China</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/m365-china/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/m365-china/</guid><description>Microsoft 365 (M365) is a widely adopted suite of cloud-based productivity tools, combining applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and OneDrive. 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With strict regulations on VPN usage and emerging alternatives like SD-WAN</description><pubDate>Fri, 04 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>cybersecurity</category><category>managed-it</category><category>compliance</category><category>china</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item><item><title>Planning an Office Move?</title><link>https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/planning-an-office-move/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.ptsconsulting.com.hk/blog/planning-an-office-move/</guid><description>Planning an office move? This complete IT infrastructure checklist helps your business avoid downtime by covering cabling, Wi-Fi, AV, security, and relocation planning. 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Learn how PTS helps you plan and deploy future-ready Wi-Fi networks with confidence.</description><pubDate>Thu, 03 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>wifi</category><category>av</category><category>it-projects</category><category>infrastructure</category><category>managed-it</category><category>apac</category><author>Ben Fox</author></item></channel></rss>