5 Mistakes to avoid when setting up accounting systems
It’s 2020, and the cloud is no longer a new, unexplored technology. With about 88% of businesses harnessing its power to achieve their goals, the cloud has provided organizations of all sizes with a trove of benefits that include lower operating and maintenance costs, free-from-anywhere access, and safer backups. Almost any workflow can now be […]
Why should you use encryption for your business?
As a business owner, you know that data security is one of the most important aspects of business, especially now that cyberattacks are becoming more sophisticated. You’re likely using antivirus software, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and the like to protect your Charlotte business. But have you ever tried data encryption? What is encryption? This is […]
How to secure your small business’s email system
Email is an essential business communication tool. It allows your employees to collaborate with each other and communicate with customers and partners. But email is also a way for hackers to steal your confidential information for their own personal gain. The rise of email attacks Email-based cyberattacks are becoming more sophisticated these days. According to […]
Management mistakes that derail productivity
In Charlotte, North Carolina, there are as many varied management styles as there are businesses. Some management practices are better than others but none are perfect, which is why managers have to continuously learn and improve. Part of this growth process is overcoming common management mistakes.Here are some of the most glaring errors to avoid […]
6 Common mistakes to avoid when moving to the cloud
According to Flexera’s 2020 State of the Cloud Report, 93 percent of organizations are in the cloud — using a mix of public and private cloud services to increase productivity, flexibility, and cost savings. Because of the COVID-19 quarantines, many companies have allowed their staff to work from home. However, a remote work policy is […]
What is legal tech and how is it changing the skills of lawyers?
Legal technology (legal tech), or the use of technologies such as cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analytics in the legal practice, has radically improved how legal firms manage client data. Examples of legal tech solutions include: With the recent shift to remote working due to the COVID-19 pandemic, legal tech solutions have become […]
Remote working: Maintaining team communication
The coronavirus pandemic has left thousands of professionals in North Carolina with no choice but to work from home to prevent the spread of the disease. And for those who are used to interacting with their colleagues in person, the abrupt change has been overwhelming. Communication is crucial to make the transition to remote work […]
COVID-19 waivers for HIPAA noncompliance: Telehealth services
Many healthcare providers are on the front lines of the current pandemic. For them, a lot of things are uncertain, particularly how to best help patients and the public while complying with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act’s (HIPAA) rules on protecting confidential patient information. Healthcare professionals in North Carolina and many parts of […]
COVID-19: Key requirements for business continuity plans (BCPs)
Natural disasters, cyberattacks, and outages are threats that every business prepares for. But the COVID-19 pandemic called the worst crisis since World War II, caught businesses unguarded due to its scale and impact. Enterprises around the United States are suffering due to a lack of preparation. In Charlotte, North Carolina, life has come to a […]
8 Tactics to boost security against data breaches
Today, a data breach can be a business’s worst nightmare. The average cost of a data breach even for small businesses is $3.92 million. Incidents have become all too common, especially in healthcare, manufacturing, and finance, as sensitive data from these industries have become appealing targets for cybercriminals. Data breaches have many causes — network […]