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How Aldridge Responded to a Supply Chain Attack
In late June 2025, security researchers uncovered a sophisticated supply chain attack targeting ConnectWise’s ScreenConnect platform. Threat actors abused a technique known as Authenticode stuffing to disguise malware as a trusted, digitally signed component of a...
How Cybersecurity Helps Construction Win Bigger Contracts
The construction industry is evolving, and cybersecurity is now a major factor in winning high-profile contracts. Clients, especially those handling sensitive information, are increasingly prioritizing security when selecting contractors. A strong cybersecurity...
5 IT Issues That Cost Construction Firms the Most
In construction, time is money. You’re constantly juggling job-site coordination, material deliveries, and client expectations. But nothing derails progress faster than technology failures at a critical moment. At Aldridge, we understand that construction companies...
Microsoft 365 Copilot: Low Cost, Low Risk AI
Companies are always seeking ways to boost productivity, cut costs, and drive revenue growth. Microsoft Copilot might be the answer—a cost-effective, low-risk AI tool. Microsoft Copilot: Low Cost, Low Risk Data Privacy Unlike other AI tools that utilize public...
Microsoft Copilot: AI-Powered Software vs. Traditional Tools
The way we interact with software has undergone a remarkable transformation. Gone are the days of rigid interfaces and steep learning curves. Instead, we find ourselves in an era where Artificial Intelligence (AI) is integrated into our digital tools, changing the way...
Is Generative AI All Hype?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has captured everyone’s attention with its promise to revolutionize how we work and interact with technology, but is it all just hype? Is Generative AI All Hype? The Hype Cycle: Separating Fact from Fiction AI's trajectory follows an...
6 Benefits of Office 365 for Construction Firms
Depending on your role in the construction industry, where and how you work can be completely different from the day-to-day of your fellow employee. Whether you are part of the office staff, or you have to transition between the office and the field frequently,...
Crafting Your Security Incident Response Plan: What Goes into an Effective SRP
Cybersecurity threats loom large, making it imperative for organizations to have a robust security response plan in place. But what exactly goes into creating an effective plan, and how can businesses ensure they are vprepared to handle security incidents? Crafting...
The Importance of Cyber Insurance for Cyber Resilience
The landscape of cybersecurity is constantly evolving, presenting both opportunities and challenges for businesses of all sizes. With the absence of federal regulations and the emergence of various state-level initiatives, the commercial market, driven by key players...
Copilot for Productivity: Microsoft Word & Excel
In an era defined by rapid digital transformation, the demand for natural productivity tools has never been greater. Enter Copilot for Microsoft 365, an AI assistant directly integrated into Microsoft Word and Excel that will redefine the way we create documents and...
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How to Build a Security Incident Response Team
Having a well-structured incident response plan (IRP) is essential for effectively managing security incidents. One crucial aspect of this plan is the integration of an incident response team to supplement and enhance your internal capabilities. External Incident...
Why Accounting Firms Need Cybersecurity Awareness Training & Testing
We often find that the accounting and CPA firms we talk to have many IT security software and technology tools in place but neglect their most critical vulnerability: their people. Most of the time, these firms lack a regular and practical cybersecurity...
The Cost of IT Outsourcing in 2025: How to Budget and Tell if You’re Paying Too Much
Comparing prices is the first thing on a business’s agenda when selecting an outsourced service. However, when it comes to the cost of IT outsourcing, there are a number of factors that can alter the terms and quality of a provider’s offering…
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Microsoft Copilot vs. Chat GPT: What’s the Difference?
Two intriguing advancements have caught our attention: Microsoft Copilot and ChatGPT. Although both have the capabilities of language models, they have distinct roles and strengths. Microsoft Copilot vs. Chat GPT: What’s the Difference? Microsoft Copilot What is...
The Pros & Cons of Microsoft Copilot
We’re constantly searching for ways to work smarter. Microsoft Copilot has appeared as a powerful solution, promising to be your trusted companion in the world of productivity. Take a look at the pros and cons of Microsoft Copilot to see if it would be a good fit for...
Copilot, Microsoft’s New AI Assistant
Microsoft 365 Copilot is an intelligent, AI-driven digital assistant designed to streamline your workday. In the ever-changing world of coding, developers are constantly seeking ways to work smarter and make coding easier. Microsoft Copilot, an innovative code...
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Construction Company Wins Bigger Contracts by Upgrading IT
A fast-growing construction firm struggled with outdated IT infrastructure that made it difficult to operate remote sites, communicate efficiently, and stay competitive. Their aging technology slowed bid submissions, caused project delays, and prevented them from...
How Cybersecurity Helps Construction Win Bigger Contracts
The construction industry is evolving, and cybersecurity is now a major factor in winning high-profile contracts. Clients, especially those handling sensitive information, are increasingly prioritizing security when selecting contractors. A strong cybersecurity...
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How to Build a Security Incident Response Team
Having a well-structured incident response plan (IRP) is essential for effectively managing security incidents. One crucial aspect of this plan is the integration of an incident response team to supplement and enhance your internal capabilities. External Incident...
Why Accounting Firms Need Cybersecurity Awareness Training & Testing
We often find that the accounting and CPA firms we talk to have many IT security software and technology tools in place but neglect their most critical vulnerability: their people. Most of the time, these firms lack a regular and practical cybersecurity...
The Cost of IT Outsourcing in 2025: How to Budget and Tell if You’re Paying Too Much
Comparing prices is the first thing on a business’s agenda when selecting an outsourced service. However, when it comes to the cost of IT outsourcing, there are a number of factors that can alter the terms and quality of a provider’s offering…