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Microsoft Copilot in 2025: What’s Changed & What’s Next
Microsoft Copilot has evolved significantly in 2025, bringing major updates that improve integration, usability, and AI-driven efficiency across Microsoft 365 applications. A Redesigned Experience and New Branding Microsoft has refreshed the Copilot interface for a...
SOC & SIEM Explained
Businesses of all sizes are vulnerable to cyber threats. To mitigate these risks, organizations rely on a Security Operations Center (SOC) and Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) system. What is SOC? A Security Operations Center (SOC) is a centralized...
Why Choose Aldridge for Managed IT Services and Cybersecurity?
Choosing the right partner to manage your technology and protect your business is a very important decision. You rely on your technology to deliver services to your clients, and you need to trust your client’s data is safe. At Aldridge, we’ve spent the last 40 years...
The Power of Fully Managed Outsourced IT Services
From optimizing operations to adopting innovation, the role of IT is essential. Yet, many businesses find themselves juggling between managing their core operations and navigating the scope of technology. Enter fully managed outsourced IT services—a game-changer for...
Co-Managed IT vs Managed IT: What’s the Difference?
Two prominent models—Co-Managed IT and Managed IT—hold significant influence in the IT landscape. But what sets them apart, and how do they align with different business requirements? Co-Managed IT vs Managed IT Untangling Co-Managed IT and Managed IT Managed IT...
3 Uses For Microsoft’s New AI: Copilot for Microsoft 365
Microsoft 365 Copilot is an intelligent, AI-driven digital assistant designed to streamline your workday. Today, Copilot for Microsoft 365 is only available for enterprise-tier companies; we're expecting the full release to happen later this year. What makes Copilot...
Pros and Cons of Outsourcing IT and Security for Manufacturers
Manufacturers have become increasingly reliant on their technology to compete. The manufacturing industry faces numerous IT and security challenges, such as integrating legacy systems, maintaining 100% uptime, supply chain logistics, and ransomware. As such,...
8 Key Steps for a Successful ERP Project Implementation
Implementing an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system is a pivotal moment for any organization. It signifies a significant shift in how operations are managed, streamlined, and optimized. 8 Key Steps for a Successful ERP Project Implementation Thorough Planning...
4 Best Practices for Safeguarding Your Organization
Account hygiene, user privileges, and proper offboarding procedures play a crucial role in safeguarding sensitive data. Here are 4 key points to reinforce your organization's security posture: 4 Best Practices for Safeguarding Your Organization Account Hygiene ...
Leveraging Expertise: The Benefits of IT Project Outsourcing
As demands evolve, many organizations are discovering the immense benefits of outsourcing IT projects. Leveraging Expertise: The Benefits of IT Project Outsourcing Access to Specialized Expertise Outsourcing IT projects grants access to a diverse pool of...
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The Latest Wave of Microsoft Copilot
Microsoft continues to push the boundaries of AI-powered productivity with its latest updates to Microsoft 365 Copilot. With over 150 new features and 700+ product updates this year, Microsoft has been focused on addressing the challenges many of us face in our daily...
5 Advanced Excel Functions You Should Know
Excel is helpful for payroll analysis by leveraging powerful functions like SUM, SUBTOTAL, SUMIF, COUNTIF, and XLOOKUP. These formulas can help you analyze employee payroll data efficiently, even if you're starting from scratch or managing a simple spreadsheet. ...
Quick Financial Forecasting in Excel
Forecasting is a critical aspect of financial planning and analysis, enabling businesses to anticipate future trends based on historical data. Excel's built-in forecasting tools make this process more accessible and efficient. What is the Forecast Sheet Feature? ...
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How to Change Your Status Presence in Teams
In today's digital fast-paced work environment, your presence status is everything. Effective collaboration requires you to stay on-top of your presence so your team knows when they can and cannot bother you. In this blog post, we will walk you through the...
How To Set Up Out of Office in Teams
Microsoft Teams has got your back with its nifty "Out of Office" feature, ensuring that your colleagues are well-aware of your absence, and you can enjoy that well-deserved break without any guilt. So, grab your sunhat and let's dive into how to set up your out of...
How to Create a “New Team” in Microsoft Teams
In today's fast-paced work environment, collaboration and communication among team members is crucial for success. Microsoft Teams provides a powerful platform for teams to collaborate seamlessly, share files, conduct meetings, and stay connected. One of the key...
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Cybersecurity Awareness Training for Accounting Firms
Accounting and CPA firms need cybersecurity awareness training to protect their valuable data and reputation. In our previous blog, Why Accounting Firms Need Cybersecurity Awareness Training and Testing, we covered the value of continual IT security education and...
SOC & SIEM Explained
Businesses of all sizes are vulnerable to cyber threats. To mitigate these risks, organizations rely on a Security Operations Center (SOC) and Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) system. What is SOC? A Security Operations Center (SOC) is a centralized...
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The Latest Wave of Microsoft Copilot
Microsoft continues to push the boundaries of AI-powered productivity with its latest updates to Microsoft 365 Copilot. With over 150 new features and 700+ product updates this year, Microsoft has been focused on addressing the challenges many of us face in our daily...
5 Advanced Excel Functions You Should Know
Excel is helpful for payroll analysis by leveraging powerful functions like SUM, SUBTOTAL, SUMIF, COUNTIF, and XLOOKUP. These formulas can help you analyze employee payroll data efficiently, even if you're starting from scratch or managing a simple spreadsheet. ...
Quick Financial Forecasting in Excel
Forecasting is a critical aspect of financial planning and analysis, enabling businesses to anticipate future trends based on historical data. Excel's built-in forecasting tools make this process more accessible and efficient. What is the Forecast Sheet Feature? ...