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2025 Cybersecurity Recap and What to Expect in 2026
As 2025 comes to a close, one thing is clear: this was the year cybersecurity stopped being a background function and became a board-level priority for nearly every organization. Between an explosion of AI-powered threats, high-profile supply chain breaches, and...
Aldridge Appoints AJ Adade as Director of Professional Services to Drive Operational Excellence
Houston, TX – November 12, 2025 – Aldridge, a leading provider of managed IT and cybersecurity services, has appointed AJ Adade as Director of Professional Services. AJ joined the Aldridge leadership team in August, bringing over 20 years of experience guiding...
What to Expect During a Cyber Forensic Investigation
A cyberattack is one of the most disruptive events a business can face, and recovering from it isn’t as simple as flipping a switch. If you’re hit, one of your first calls should be to a forensic investigation team. But what happens next? It Will Take Time, Longer...
Evolving Cyber Threats We Are Seeing in 2025
The world of cybercrime is always changing, and in 2025, threat actors are more strategic and dangerous than ever. While their goal remains the same (make money), the methods have become more aggressive, layered, and damaging. Wire Fraud: The Silent, Costly Threat ...
How Microsoft Teams Clocks Over Half a Million Meeting Minutes Every Minute
Microsoft Teams has become one of the most widely used collaboration platforms in the world, powering meetings, chats, and document sharing for organizations of all sizes. But just how much time do we collectively spend in Teams meetings? Spoiler: Every day, Teams...
Avoid Surprise IT Infrastructure Costs with Network-as-a-Service (NaaS)
Most businesses know their network hardware won’t last forever. But what catches many off guard is just how expensive and disruptive a network refresh can be. The costs pile up quickly—new equipment, installation, configuration, and lost time. And by the time...
The Do’s and Don’ts During a Cyber Incident
When a cyberattack hits, the first moments are critical. What you do—and just as importantly, what you don’t do—can make the difference between a quick recovery and a costly disaster. ✅ Do: Stay Calm and Follow a Plan Panic leads to poor decisions. The best thing...
Aldridge Names Chris Fridley as Chief Operating Officer to Drive Growth and Elevate Client Experience
Houston, TX, July 9, 2025 – Aldridge, a leading provider of managed IT and cybersecurity services, proudly announces the appointment of Chris Fridley as Chief Operating Officer. Chris officially joined the Aldridge team on May 12, bringing with him more than 25 years...
5 IT Issues That Cost Manufacturers the Most
In manufacturing, every minute matters. When a CNC machine sits idle, when your ERP system freezes mid-job ticket, or when your operators are staring at a blue screen instead of a work queue—it’s not just frustrating. It’s expensive. 5 IT Issues That Cost...
Aldridge Named to 2025 MSP 501 List of Top IT Providers
HOUSTON, TX – July 1, 2025 — Aldridge has been named one of the world’s top-performing managed service providers (MSPs), earning a place on the 2025 Channel Partners MSP 501—the IT industry’s most respected list of high-performing MSPs across the globe. Now in its...
It Security
What to Expect During a Cyber Forensic Investigation
A cyberattack is one of the most disruptive events a business can face, and recovering from it isn’t as simple as flipping a switch. If you’re hit, one of your first calls should be to a forensic investigation team. But what happens next? It Will Take Time, Longer...
The Amon Carter Museum Advances Its Mission with Co-Managed IT
About the Amon Carter Museum of American Art The Amon Carter Museum of American Art in Fort Worth, Texas, is more than just a museum, it’s a cultural anchor. With a collection of paintings, sculpture, and photography, Amon Carter’s mission is to connect people with...
Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) vs. Traditional Network Ownership
For decades, IT leaders have defaulted to the same model for network infrastructure: purchase the hardware, deploy it, and maintain it until the next refresh cycle forces another round of upgrades. It’s familiar, but familiarity doesn’t equal efficiency. With...
Microsoft 365
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...
Microsoft Price Increase in April 2025
On April 1, 2025, Microsoft increased prices by 5% for customers who pay for Microsoft 365 and other license-based subscriptions on a monthly billing plan. However, if you pay your annual or triennial Microsoft subscription upfront, your price will stay the same. ...
Building Excel Dashboards for Leaders
Dashboards in Excel provide a powerful solution for financial leaders, CFOs, and analysts to visualize and interpret data efficiently. What is a Dashboard in Excel? An Excel dashboard is a visual representation of key metrics and data insights presented in one...
It Consulting
Should You Pay the Ransom During a Cyberattack?
When ransomware hits, one of the most critical and controversial questions you’ll face is whether or not to pay the ransom. It’s a decision that sparks strong opinions, especially in the headlines. But for the companies actually living through an attack, the answer is...
Aldridge Appoints AJ Adade as Director of Professional Services to Drive Operational Excellence
Houston, TX – November 12, 2025 – Aldridge, a leading provider of managed IT and cybersecurity services, has appointed AJ Adade as Director of Professional Services. AJ joined the Aldridge leadership team in August, bringing over 20 years of experience guiding...
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What to Expect During a Cyber Forensic Investigation
A cyberattack is one of the most disruptive events a business can face, and recovering from it isn’t as simple as flipping a switch. If you’re hit, one of your first calls should be to a forensic investigation team. But what happens next? It Will Take Time, Longer...
The Amon Carter Museum Advances Its Mission with Co-Managed IT
About the Amon Carter Museum of American Art The Amon Carter Museum of American Art in Fort Worth, Texas, is more than just a museum, it’s a cultural anchor. With a collection of paintings, sculpture, and photography, Amon Carter’s mission is to connect people with...
Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) vs. Traditional Network Ownership
For decades, IT leaders have defaulted to the same model for network infrastructure: purchase the hardware, deploy it, and maintain it until the next refresh cycle forces another round of upgrades. It’s familiar, but familiarity doesn’t equal efficiency. With...