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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...
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? ...
How Cybercriminals Compromise Your Business Email
Email compromise is a clever and widespread technique used by cybercriminals to breach the security of both individuals and organizations, in fact, email compromise is the most common & costliest breach to date. Related | Email Compromise: The Most Common &...
How to Report Phishing Attacks the Right Way
The battle against phishing requires not only cautious online behavior but also an understanding of how to report phishing incidents effectively. Take a look at the crucial steps and strategies for reporting phishing the right way and safeguarding both your personal...
Protect Yourself from Phishing (5 Red Flags to Watch for)
Cybercriminals have perfected the art of deception, creating sophisticated traps that can trap even the most cautious of users. As we navigate the internet, it's crucial to arm ourselves with the knowledge and awareness necessary to recognize phishing attempts and...
Cybersecurity Hygiene: 6 Best Practices to Work Responsibly
Just as we prioritize personal hygiene to stay healthy, adopting a proactive approach to safeguarding our digital lives is equally important. The concept of “Cybersecurity Hygiene” takes practice and knowledge to fully master, but understanding these basic...
How Agile is Your Business? (3 levels)
You need to be agile to survive in today’s business landscape. In times of uncertainty, you must be ready to react to threats and capitalize on opportunities. There is a big difference between being agile, and simply reacting based on gut feelings. There are three...
How to Optimize Your Business Functions Around Your Value Proposition
Optimizing your business functions requires you to critically assess each function within your organization based on how it contributes to your core value proposition. An optimized business is agile; it can seize opportunities, overcome challenges, and consistently...
How to Identify Your Value Proposition
Crafting a distinctive identity for your company is essential for achieving success. This identity, often referred to as your core value proposition, is the heart and soul of who you are and what you bring to the table. Identifying and practicing your core value...
It Security
The Cost of a Security Breach for Long-Term Care Providers
You know who loves sensitive resident data? Cybercriminals. Unfortunately, long-term care facilities are like their favorite store to shoplift from. Because long-term care facilities possess sensitive resident data, they are prime targets. Regulatory fines on top of...
3 Top Complaints Long-Term Care Providers Have About Their IT
One of the top complaints long-term care providers have about their IT systems is poor usability. Providers need IT systems that are easy to use, intuitive, and can help streamline their workflows. Unfortunately, many IT systems in long-term care are overly complex...
Should a Long-Term Care Provider Outsource Their IT?
Technology plays a crucial role in the delivery of resident care and the management of facilities. One question that long-term care providers often ask themselves is whether they should outsource their IT services or handle them in-house. Should a Long-Term Care...
Microsoft 365
[Teams Tips] How to Create a Poll in Microsoft Teams
Setting up a poll in Microsoft Teams is an efficient way to collect feedback or gather opinions from your team members. Here's a step-by-step guide to creating a poll in Microsoft Teams: Create a Poll in Microsoft Teams Open Microsoft Teams and select the team and...
[Teams Tips] Change your Presence Status on Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Teams is a popular collaboration platform that allows users to communicate, share files, and collaborate on projects in real-time. One of the features of Microsoft Teams is the ability to set your "status" – a message that appears next to your name and lets...
How To Reset Your Microsoft Password [Microsoft Self-Service Password]
Tired of needing IT support just to change your Microsoft 365 password? Use this step-by-step guide to access Microsoft’s self-service dashboard to change your password on your own. Microsoft Self-Service Password Change Step 1: Log into your Microsoft Account...
It Consulting
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. ...
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The Cost of a Security Breach for Long-Term Care Providers
You know who loves sensitive resident data? Cybercriminals. Unfortunately, long-term care facilities are like their favorite store to shoplift from. Because long-term care facilities possess sensitive resident data, they are prime targets. Regulatory fines on top of...
3 Top Complaints Long-Term Care Providers Have About Their IT
One of the top complaints long-term care providers have about their IT systems is poor usability. Providers need IT systems that are easy to use, intuitive, and can help streamline their workflows. Unfortunately, many IT systems in long-term care are overly complex...
Should a Long-Term Care Provider Outsource Their IT?
Technology plays a crucial role in the delivery of resident care and the management of facilities. One question that long-term care providers often ask themselves is whether they should outsource their IT services or handle them in-house. Should a Long-Term Care...