Once you choose the right software solution, you will have to integrate it into your business. This includes installing the software into your existing systems, carrying out regular maintenance and finding support for your software when you need it.
Software upgrades are generally needed to ensure that your software continues to perform properly and securely. Software upgrades may become available because:
- new or improved functionality is added to the software
- current software has become incompatible with other, newer programs
- security ‘fixes’ or ‘patches’ are needed to address ‘bugs’ discovered in the software
You can usually access upgrades online. It is important to install them and keep systems software fully up to date. Otherwise, your systems may be vulnerable to newly discovered security flaws.