Spring break tends to get a pretty unfair stereotype. People picture college students, impulsive decisions, and stories that begin with, “It seemed like a good idea at the time…” But students are not the only ones making poor choices during spring break. Adults have their own version of mistakes. They are just less visible, and they usually revolve around technology.

If you own a business, you’ve probably caught yourself thinking this at least once: “Why does everything take so long?” It’s not because your team is incompetent. It’s not because they don’t care. It’s because everyday workflows are packed with unnecessary steps that no one intentionally designed.

By the time February rolls around, the shine of the new year is gone. The inbox is still overflowing. Meetings are still stacking up. You’re still trying to do the work of several people with the same limited hours in the day. And on top of all that, AI is suddenly part of every conversation.

February is here. Tax filing activity is picking up. Accountants are stretched thinner. Bookkeepers are gathering paperwork. Minds are already on W-2s, 1099s, and looming due dates. What rarely gets scheduled is the first real problem of tax season. And it usually has nothing to do with paperwork. It’s fraud.

It’s February. Hearts are everywhere. Chocolate is being purchased. Dinner plans are being made. People are suddenly pretending they enjoy romantic comedies again. So, let’s talk about relationships. Specifically, the kind you have with your technology support.