End-of-year guide to IT asset management: When to retire, refurbish, or repurpose
As the year comes to a close, many business owners and managers move through the same routine: reviewing budgets, setting new goals, and clearing out that one closet filled with forgotten laptops, old servers, and half-working printers. A simple cleanup gives you more than extra shelf space; it gives you a clear view of what […]
Is your SMB secure for the holidays? A 5-step security checklist
The holiday season gives your business a chance to boost sales and close out the year strong, but unfortunately it also brings a significant spike in cyberthreats. Cybercriminals know that small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) often have to operate with leaner staff and distracted teams during this busy period of higher profits. If your business […]
5 Signs your in-house IT team is at capacity (and how co-managed IT helps)
For the past few months, your IT team has been keeping your business’s systems running smoothly. But lately, you noticed things have gotten a little slower. You see projects getting delayed and tickets piling up. Watch out: those are signs that your IT staff is stretched thin and they need help. However, hiring additional IT […]
What is co-managed IT, and when should you consider it?
When you were starting your business, having an in-house IT person or a small team may have been enough. But as your company grows, your tech demands increase. As you deal with more devices, more users, and more complexity, you may feel like your internal IT is firefighting instead of planning. That’s when the idea […]
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: How MFA keeps cyberthreats at bay
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, which is a timely reminder for businesses to evaluate and strengthen their defenses. Cyberattacks are growing more sophisticated each year, and small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) continue to be prime targets. Many of these attacks succeed not because companies lack technology, but because they rely too heavily on a single […]
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: The critical role of 24/7 IT monitoring and vulnerability testing
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month — the perfect time to focus on protecting your business from digital threats. But here’s the reality: cybercriminals don’t follow a calendar. They operate around the clock, constantly searching for weaknesses to exploit. For small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), this means they can’t let their guard down for a single […]
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Why physical security is still critical for hybrid work
In hybrid work environments, digital cybersecurity tools such as firewalls, encryption, and cloud security, are rightfully the focus, but one vital layer that is often overlooked is physical security. While it seems counterproductive to focus on physical defenses as most collaboration happens online, the devices, data, and networks your business depends on still exist in […]
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Why effective cybersecurity requires more than one security solution
Cybersecurity Awareness Month is the perfect time to evaluate and update your company’s defenses, but if you find that your business is relying on a single cybersecurity solution, your problems go beyond what a simple update can fix. Today’s cyberthreats are more sophisticated than ever, often combining multiple attack methods to exploit weaknesses across different […]
Planning your SMB IT budget for 2026: Key strategies for growth and security
As 2026 approaches, many small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are taking a closer look at how much they spend on technology — not just to cut costs, but also to support long-term growth. Today, an IT budget isn’t just another expense; it’s a key part of your business strategy. With cloud computing, cybersecurity, and automation […]
5 IT policies SMBs should implement ahead of the holiday rush
The holiday season is just around the corner. For many small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), this means a surge of new orders, seasonal employees, and a welcome boost in revenue. But this busy period also brings digital risks. Cybercriminals know that businesses are distracted and more likely to slip up during the holidays, making it […]