Why Should I Have IT Management?
Sometimes we get asked about the cost of IT Management – why is it important? How is it worth the cost? It’s never about the cost – it’s about the benefit! Every company you are up against in the market is taking steps of their own to run a better business using modern tools. Often […]
Cyber Security Tip: Don’t Use Your Browser to Store Passwords
It’s tempting to allow your browser to store your passwords when prompted – it’s convenient and you don’t think twice about it. But what could possibly go wrong? Here are two reasons why this isn’t normally a good idea. Universal Access If someone gains access to your computer, either physically or through a cyber attack, […]
Cyber Security Tip: Don’t download ANYTHING you’re not authorized to download
Let’s say that you have a big file you need to send to your accountant, or a crucial inter-office set of large files, that need to go out immediately. You already hit “send” but you got hit with the notification saying the file size is too large. What do you do now? Go looking for […]
How do you spot a phishing e-mail?
A phishing email is a fake email from an outside party that has been designed to lure you into clicking on a link or performing a task that might be crucial for the company. These emails have become looking better and better, and many times can now look like they legitimately come from large companies […]
New Microsoft Office 365 Names
New Microsoft Office 365 Names Microsoft recently announced the re-branding of its Office 365 business plans. Office 365 is now Microsoft 365. While the name change may cause some confusion, the subscription packages will remain the same. Here is the breakdown: Office 365 Business Essentials is now Microsoft 365 Business Basic. Office 365 Business Premium is now Microsoft 365 Business […]
COVID-19 and Working Remotely
The coronavirus presents unique challenges for businesses and employees. Social distancing has become the new normal, to better protect our healthcare system and fellow citizens. For many companies, this has meant creating new solutions to maintain productivity through this trying time. Many companies have used remote work solutions in the past. But this new situation […]
Cloud Backup 101
People are increasingly relying on cloud storage for both personal and professional information because of the various benefits it provides. However, using the cloud for data storage does not negate the necessity to back up your most important information in other locations. Cloud storage has its benefits: flexibility, high security, and the ability to access […]
Business Continuity Planning
With a potential pandemic sweeping the globe, businesses, educational institutions, and other organizations are beginning to test the strength of their continuity planning—or lack thereof. And in today’s tech-focused society, a company’s ability to keep things humming along during quarantine or other sudden disruption largely depends on its data services. Learn why business continuity services […]
Facial Recognition & Cybersecurity
Human beings are uniquely adept at recognizing faces and interpreting facial expressions. The average person is capable of remembering and recognizing over 5,000 unique faces instantly. We’re so good at it that we can immediately spot a familiar person up to 50 yards away. For a machine to step up to the task of recognizing […]
Business Tech: Combating Cybersecurity Risks Associated with Mobile Devices
Cybersecurity is a top priority for most businesses. We recognize that owning a small or medium-sized business doesn’t protect you from hackers. In fact, they increasingly target smaller businesses because the security efforts are often much easier to get past than the larger enterprises. You have to be concerned about the rising instances of ransomware […]
