7 Steps to Improve Your Business IT Infrastructure
Digital transformation can boost productivity, bolster customer satisfaction, and drive profitability in more ways than one. Organizations today face numerous challenges when their IT is outdated and unable to cater to the fluctuating IT demands of the modern business environment. In fact, experts believe that in a world where remote and hybrid-remote work reigns, three […]
A Guide to Microsoft 365 for Small and Medium-Sized Business
The past few years have been rough on businesses of all sizes. Massive layoffs, cybersecurity incidents, skyrocketing costs, and a challenging operating environment have cast a long shadow of uncertainty. Amidst these conditions, business managers are looking for ways to maintain smooth operations, boost productivity, and maintain higher returns through productivity tools like Microsoft 365. […]
Co-Managed IT: The Perfect Blend of In-House and Outsourced Support
Many business owners are weighing outsourcing IT workflows to minimize the plight of frequent cyberattacks and meet the overwhelming compliance regulations of today’s IT standards. Striking a balance between cost efficiency, scalability, and specialized expertise remains an important discussion going forward. Although traditional IT service frameworks have proven worthwhile solutions to common IT challenges, a […]
7 Ways to Protect Your Business From Ransomware Attacks
Many hackers and malicious players view small businesses as “low-hanging fruit” simply because many do not invest as much in their cybersecurity as their enterprise counterparts. The numbers back this up; small businesses took 70% of all ransomware attacks experienced in 2021. As ransomware attacks kick into higher gear, business managers can only turn to […]
5 Essential IT Policies Every Business Should Have
IT policies refer to the rules and guidelines organizations establish to determine how: Still, many small and medium-sized businesses show hidden disinterest in a formal IT policy. Instead, they unofficially tell their employees what to do and expect when it comes to the use of the organization’s IT infrastructure. This could have negative consequences down […]
5 Critical ways real estate companies can benefit from MSPs
Businesses in different industries, including real estate, turn to managed IT services providers (MSPs) for their ability to streamline IT-related processes. With competition on the rise and the increasing complexity of lease data management, the need for third-party support has never been more crucial. Let’s take a look at how partnering with an MSP can […]
Social media cyberthreats and how to protect your business from them
Social media is a powerful tool for small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) like yours. It allows you to promote your products or services, engage with your audience, and reach new customers. But what many SMBs may not realize is that social media can also be a breeding ground for cyberthreats. What are social media cyberthreats? […]
Data recovery: Steps to take when disaster strikes
Data recovery involves retrieving lost or inaccessible data from storage devices such as hard drives or memory cards. Whether a data loss event is caused by a cyberattack, software corruption, or physical damage, having a recovery plan will help you use the right tools and techniques to restore your data. Here’s a step-by-step guide to […]
Co-Managed IT vs. Traditional Managed Services: Choosing the Right IT Service Model for Your Business
Chief Information Officers (CIOs) and business managers are faced with two rivaling IT service models that have had a strong influence on the enterprise landscape as we know it; traditional in-house IT departments and fully outsourced, fully dedicated managed IT services. However, a third option exists. Co-managed IT offers the best of both worlds, bearing […]
A comprehensive guide to data loss prevention
Data loss prevention (DLP) is the process of protecting your data from unauthorized access or theft. With an effective DLP policy in place, you can prevent costly data breaches, comply with data privacy regulations, and maintain the trust of your customers. However, while a DLP policy sounds all well and good, not many know how […]