Enhance Your IT Strategy: Trio's Weekly Highlights

Welcome to this week’s edition of the Trio Weekly Digest! At Trio, we’re all about empowering IT teams with smarter, simpler ways to manage and secure their device fleets. This week, we’re diving into the power of running commands on remote computers, the real-world benefits of Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) tools, and how automation can save time while boosting compliance. Whether you're managing a school network or a growing enterprise, these insights are designed to help you work more efficiently and proactively. Explore the summaries below and click through to get the full scoop! 

What are the Benefits of RMM For Your Company? 

Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) offers powerful benefits for companies looking to streamline IT operations and boost security. With RMM, IT teams can monitor device health, deploy updates, run scripts, and troubleshoot issues—all without being physically present. This not only saves time and reduces downtime but also helps catch problems early, before they impact productivity. RMM also enhances visibility across all endpoints, making it easier to enforce security policies, maintain compliance, and scale IT support as your business grows. It’s a smart, proactive approach to managing devices in today’s hybrid work environments. Read More 

How to Run Command Prompt on a Remote Computer 

Running Command Prompt on a remote computer allows IT admins to troubleshoot, automate tasks, and manage systems without being physically present. One common method is using PowerShell with the Invoke-Command cmdlet, which lets you execute commands remotely on another device—provided you have the proper permissions and network access. You can also use Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) to access the system directly and launch Command Prompt as if you were sitting in front of it. For larger environments, tools like Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) platforms offer built-in features to run scripts or commands across multiple devices at once, saving time and ensuring consistency. Read More 

5 Top Network Management Tools to Invest in for Your Organization 

Choosing the right network management tools is essential for keeping your organization’s IT infrastructure running smoothly and securely. The top tools offer real-time monitoring, automated alerts, performance analytics, and easy integration with existing systems. This week, we’re highlighting five standout solutions that help streamline troubleshooting, improve uptime, and give IT teams full visibility into network activity. Whether you’re managing a small business or a growing enterprise, these tools can help you stay ahead of potential issues and ensure your network is always optimized and secure. Read More 

Comparing SAML vs SSO: How to Choose One Over the Other 

When it comes to secure and seamless access to applications, SAML and SSO are often mentioned together—but they’re not the same thing. Single Sign-On (SSO) is a user authentication process that allows individuals to access multiple applications with one set of credentials, improving both security and convenience. SAML (Security Assertion Markup Language), on the other hand, is one of the protocols used to enable SSO, particularly in enterprise environments. In this post, we break down the key differences, use cases, and how to decide which approach—or combination—is best for your organization’s security and user experience. Read More 

8 Ways IT Admins Can Block Ads on Windows 10 Managed Devices 

Ads on managed Windows 10 devices can be distracting, reduce productivity, and even pose privacy risks. Fortunately, IT admins have several effective methods to block them across the organization. From configuring Group Policy settings and using registry edits, to leveraging third-party ad blockers, browser configurations, and firewall rules, there are plenty of ways to take control. In this post, we cover 8 proven strategies IT teams can use to eliminate unwanted ads, streamline the user experience, and maintain a cleaner, more secure work environment. Read More 

Conclusion 

That’s a wrap for this week’s Trio Weekly Digest! We hope these highlights give you practical insights into leveraging Trio’s MDM and RMM tools to better manage your devices, boost efficiency, and reduce IT overhead. Be sure to check out the full blog posts for deeper dives and actionable tips. We’ll be back next week with more expert guidance to help you stay ahead in your IT management journey!