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3 Types of Cyber Security Solutions your business must have
Cybersecurity is one of the main concerns for most businesses, and for a good reason. Companies of all sizes, from small mom-and-pop businesses to large corporations like eBay, are facing cyber attacks. Each year, cybercriminals become more and more innovative when it comes to the types of cyber attacks they launch against organizations. Here are […]
What Questions Should I Ask When Interviewing An IT Service Company?
Stop getting the run-around from IT service companies when it’s time to choose a new technology partner. Asking the right questions will ensure you get setup with the best team possible to provide for your unique needs. Not sure what to ask? We know what you need to be looking for, and here’s where to […]
Paying By The Hour For IT Support?
You’re Getting Ripped Off Big Time! Are You Holding Back Hoping the Right Break/Fix Company Will Walk Through the Door? Are you paying by the hour for IT support? Or maybe you’re on a “managed IT services” contract but there’s nothing proactive about the way your provider manages your technology? Regardless, stop waiting for the right break/fix […]
Rising IT Support Costs Breaking The Bank
Do you want the same level of technical support, guidance, and advise large corporations receive – without spending tons of money? Many companies struggle to hire and maintain an in-house IT department due to lack of funds. Running a company is expensive; after paying employee salaries, benefit deductions, vacation pay and everything in between, who […]
The Biggest Threat to Cybersecurity Is Organization Complexity
Organizational complexities top the list of possible threats to cybersecurity efforts. Throughout 2016 cyber security became a trending topic as companies across multiple industries sought to fortify their technological defenses against a growing number of hackers. Phishing scams and malicious ransomware attacks dominated the headlines throughout 2016. However, as cybersecurity best practices have continued to […]
How Advanced Data Governance Helps Manage Risk & Meet Compliance
Advanced Data Governance (or ADG) is a tool from Microsoft. Available to be used within Office 365, this tool assists businesses in meeting compliance requirements and managing risk. Most of all, it helps organize the massive amounts of data that companies are now dealing with. Each quarter, the data owned by a given business grows […]
“Zombie” Servers are Costly Pets to Keep Around
“Zombie” Servers Are Costly Pets to Keep Around You know that loud rumbling noise coming from your server room? Is it your IT infrastructure hard at work, helping you to increase profits, or is it the dreaded sound of a “zombie” server? A “zombie” isn’t a nefarious character on an TV series—not when it comes to your […]
Infographic: 5 Key Criteria for Choosing A Managed IT Service Provider
The MSP model meets a growing demand for technical support at a much lower cost. MSPs can help businesses manage data security, tech complexity, and system stability – all while holding down expenses. Sounds great, right? Selecting the right Managed IT Service Provider (MSP) partner can be a daunting challenge. There are a lot of […]
Top 7 Reasons Why SMBs Should Upgrade to Microsoft Office 365
7 Reasons Why SMBs Need Office 365 According to Microsoft, over 1 billion people use Microsoft Office. That’s 1 in every 7 people on earth—one heck of a statistic. Consider what a competitive advantage that is when it comes to running […]
Cybersecurity for Small- to Mid-Sized Businesses: What to Consider When Evaluating Your IT Security
If you think cyberattacks primarily target large corporations for a bigger payoff, think again. The Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report (VDBI), showed that 71% of attacks actually hit small to mid-sized business (SMBs), specifically ones with fewer than 100 employees. Sadly, it’s easy for SMBs to be cybersecurity ostriches, hiding our heads in the ground […]