The past 40 years have seen unimaginable developments in technology. As the older “legacy” systems fade out of use, companies are trying their best to revolutionize technology to keep up with customer demands and the ever growing cybersecurity threat landscape. Modern digital tools can change your business overnight, but it all comes down to the […]
As the next generation of wireless connection, Wifi 6 has the potential to provide significantly faster speeds and more efficient connections than current wifi networks. Many believe that it will become the new standard for wireless devices and that having it will be essential for businesses. However, in order to take advantage of these benefits, […]
Ransomware, phishing, and the obnoxious viruses that plague businesses are constantly on the news, and for good reason. The average data breach can cost a small to medium-sized business more than $25,000, so the risk is very high. You may have heard of a certain virus called a “whaling attack”, but are not sure exactly […]
As companies strive to do more with less, the role of the Chief Information Officer (CIO) is evolving. In many cases, the CIO is now a strategic business partner who helps the company use technology to achieve its business goals. However, not all companies have the need or budget for a full-time CIO. For these […]
Consulting, Cyber Security
Asking the Experts: Does My Business Need a Cybersecurity Maturity Assessment?
According to IBM, data breach costs rose from 3.86 million dollars to 4.24 million dollars in 2021. With numbers like that, it’s no wonder that businesses are starting to invest in cybersecurity maturity assessments. But what is a cybersecurity maturity assessment? And does your business really need one? We asked our IT experts to weigh […]
Cyber Security
How to Prepare Your Business for Cyber Threats During the Russian Invasion of Ukraine
Tensions between Russia and Ukraine continue to escalate, and cyber threats are becoming a more serious problem—not just for companies in both nations, but also for those who offer help. You might be thinking that there would be no reason for an international cybercriminal to target your SMB. But what about the large corporations that […]
How much time do you think your company spends organizing files, entering data, or even just answering basic customer questions? If you’re like most business owners, the answer is “too much.” With automation, you could save your employees between 10 and 50% of the time they usually spend on manual tasks without sacrificing quality or […]
Cloud Automation, Cloud Management, Cloud Optimization
Everything You Need to Know for a Successful SharePoint Migration
SharePoint is a highly-configurable collaborative business platform and workflow tool, and can do much more than simply document management. Many businesses are reaping the benefits of SharePoint, especially those who have remote teams. When your company successfully implements a migration to SharePoint, you’ll see increased system productivity, experience better communication between your employees, and have […]
Modern businesses need to have a strong password policy in place to prevent compromised accounts and potential data breaches. Password policies exist to ensure that all employees within a company use strong login credentials and change them periodically. Without rules in place, companies are putting their data at risk for theft or exploitation. Let’s take […]
Cybersecurity is a top priority for business owners across all industries. Testing is a huge aspect of maintaining secure systems, including both penetration testing and vulnerability testing. But what is the purpose of each, and how do they differ? Here’s what you need to know. What Is Penetration Testing? Penetration testing is the practice of […]