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How Cybersecurity Helps Accounting Firms Win Clients
Accounting and CPA firms are bound by the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct, which mandates principles such as integrity, objectivity, and due care. These principles require firms to handle sensitive financial data with the utmost responsibility, ensuring its...
Accounting Firm Scales with Cloud Migration & Secure Remote Work
A Houston-based accounting firm struggled with outdated on-premise infrastructure, poor remote access through Citrix, and a lack of strategic IT guidance. Facing a choice between another costly infrastructure upgrade or a modern cloud solution, they partnered with...
Wealth Management Firm Strengthens IT to Safeguard Client Data
A wealth management firm serving high-net-worth clients struggled to securely protect their client’s sensitive data while ensuring efficiency for both in-office and remote work. Their reliance on scattered technology platforms led to inefficiencies, making it...
Manufacturer Undergoes Cloud Transformation to Boost Efficiency and Security
A Dallas-based parts manufacturer was ready to scale, but outdated technology was holding them back. They turned to Aldridge for IT managed services and a much-needed technology upgrade that moved them to the cloud and aligned IT with their strategic goals. The...
Insurance Brokerage Successfully Defends Against Malware Attack
Concerned about their MSP’s security gaps and the growing threat of cyberattacks, an insurance brokerage decided to take control of their IT security. They partnered with Aldridge for Secure IT Outsourcing, leveraging our advanced security technology stack and 24/7...
What is Cybersecurity Awareness Training, and Why Does Your Insurance Firm Need It?
Cybersecurity awareness begins with your employees’ mindset and approach to information security. While having the right IT tools and security software in place is essential, technology alone won’t protect your firm from hackers looking for a way in. The Human...
DeepSeek AI: Understanding the Security Risks
DeepSeek is a China-based AI platform designed for data analytics and business intelligence. It promises users advanced AI-driven tools for analyzing vast datasets, generating insights, and automating processes. Businesses in industries such as finance, manufacturing,...
7 Benefits of Managed IT Services for Accounting Firms
The benefits of outsourced IT services for accounting firms are many, but only when you rely on the right provider to get the job done. Your accounting firm faces the challenge of increasing productivity while maintaining the security and functionality of your systems...
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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Accounting Firm Scales with Cloud Migration & Secure Remote Work
A Houston-based accounting firm struggled with outdated on-premise infrastructure, poor remote access through Citrix, and a lack of strategic IT guidance. Facing a choice between another costly infrastructure upgrade or a modern cloud solution, they partnered with...
Wealth Management Firm Strengthens IT to Safeguard Client Data
A wealth management firm serving high-net-worth clients struggled to securely protect their client’s sensitive data while ensuring efficiency for both in-office and remote work. Their reliance on scattered technology platforms led to inefficiencies, making it...
Construction Firm Moves to Cloud to Boost Site Efficiency
A construction firm struggled with connectivity and productivity across multiple job sites due to outdated systems and the need to deploy physical IT infrastructure at each location. To modernize their operations, they partnered with Aldridge to transition to the...
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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? ...
Analyzing Data with Pivot Tables in Excel
Pivot Tables allow you to summarize, analyze, and present large datasets in a meaningful way, making it easier to spot trends, compare values, and create customized reports. What is a Pivot Table? A Pivot Table is a tool in Excel that enables you to quickly...
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5 IT Issues That Cost Accounting Firms Time, Money, and Clients
Accounting and CPA firms operate in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment where technology plays a crucial role in serving clients. But if not properly addressed, IT challenges can be costly—disrupting your operations during peak season or, even worse, exposing your...
Accounting Firm Scales with Cloud Migration & Secure Remote Work
A Houston-based accounting firm struggled with outdated on-premise infrastructure, poor remote access through Citrix, and a lack of strategic IT guidance. Facing a choice between another costly infrastructure upgrade or a modern cloud solution, they partnered with...
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Accounting Firm Scales with Cloud Migration & Secure Remote Work
A Houston-based accounting firm struggled with outdated on-premise infrastructure, poor remote access through Citrix, and a lack of strategic IT guidance. Facing a choice between another costly infrastructure upgrade or a modern cloud solution, they partnered with...
Wealth Management Firm Strengthens IT to Safeguard Client Data
A wealth management firm serving high-net-worth clients struggled to securely protect their client’s sensitive data while ensuring efficiency for both in-office and remote work. Their reliance on scattered technology platforms led to inefficiencies, making it...
Construction Firm Moves to Cloud to Boost Site Efficiency
A construction firm struggled with connectivity and productivity across multiple job sites due to outdated systems and the need to deploy physical IT infrastructure at each location. To modernize their operations, they partnered with Aldridge to transition to the...