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Why Private Equity-Backed Companies Should Choose Aldridge for IT Outsourcing and Cybersecurity
Companies backed by private equity often need to scale rapidly, optimize operations, and ensure robust cybersecurity measures to protect their investments. Aldridge, a premier Managed IT Services and Cybersecurity provider, offers tailored solutions that can help...
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. ...
Choosing the Right IT Outsourcing Partner
Selecting the right IT outsourcing partner can be a daunting task for businesses, as it requires careful consideration of several factors. However, with the right approach, businesses can ensure that they find the right partner to help them achieve their IT goals....
ChatGPT vs. Bard | What’s The Difference?
Google’s Bard has been released to the public, marking the beginning of the great AI chatbot wars. Although they are functionally similar, the two chatbots have some key differences. ChatGPT vs. Bard Current Information Winner: Bard ChatGPT was trained on a...
Protecting Your Microsoft Outlook from CVE-2023-23397 Vulnerability
CVE-2023-23397 is a security vulnerability in Microsoft Outlook, which could expose sensitive user information and allow threat actors to exploit network resources. In this blog post, we'll discuss the vulnerability, its potential impact, and the steps you can take to...
Should a Healthcare Provider Outsource Their IT?
In today's fast-paced and ever-evolving healthcare industry, technology plays a crucial role in the delivery of patient care and the management of medical practices. One question that healthcare providers often ask themselves is whether they should outsource their IT...
What is Covered in an IT Audit?
The purpose of an IT audit is to assess the current state of a business's IT systems and identify areas for improvement. An audit will cover all aspects of the organization's IT infrastructure, including hardware, software, network, and security. Scope of Work for IT...
6 Ways Businesses Waste Money on IT
Businesses of all sizes rely on technology to support their operations, but not all IT investments are created equal. In fact, many organizations waste significant amounts of money on IT, often without even realizing it. Here are the top ways businesses waste money on...
7 IT Compliance Frameworks Businesses Need to Know
There are several compliance frameworks that US businesses are subject to, depending on the industry they operate in. Some of the most common and widely used compliance frameworks include: 7 IT Compliance Frameworks Businesses Need to Know HIPAA (Health Insurance...
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Why You Need a Houston Cybersecurity Provider
At Aldridge, we understand the critical importance of safeguarding your business from cyber threats. Located right here in Houston, we are uniquely positioned to meet the cybersecurity needs of Houston businesses. Here’s why having a local cybersecurity provider is...
Our Cybersecurity Strategy Model for Executives
Developing a strong cybersecurity strategy requires that you know where you are today, where you want to be, and how to bridge that gap. Our Cybersecurity Strategy Model for Executives The Cybersecurity Strategy Model One effective approach to developing a...
3 Security Best Practices for Today’s Threats
Three crucial areas are currently shaping the future of security best practices. These insights are pivotal for businesses striving to enhance their cybersecurity posture. 3 Security Best Practices for Today’s Threats Growing Compliance Requirements One significant...
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How Manufacturers Use Office 365 to Maximize Employee Value
Digital transformation has fast-tracked the manufacturing industry, introducing process and production automation and accelerating business faster than ever before. We are seeing a change in how manufacturers use Office 365 are to navigate the unpredictability that...
3 New Office 365 Security Features You Should Know
As the rate of cybercrimes continues to increase, businesses have to keep security top of mind, and this is especially true for smaller businesses without enterprise-level security teams in place. With more than 180 million active monthly users, Microsoft is taking...
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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...
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...
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Why You Need a Houston Cybersecurity Provider
At Aldridge, we understand the critical importance of safeguarding your business from cyber threats. Located right here in Houston, we are uniquely positioned to meet the cybersecurity needs of Houston businesses. Here’s why having a local cybersecurity provider is...
Our Cybersecurity Strategy Model for Executives
Developing a strong cybersecurity strategy requires that you know where you are today, where you want to be, and how to bridge that gap. Our Cybersecurity Strategy Model for Executives The Cybersecurity Strategy Model One effective approach to developing a...
3 Security Best Practices for Today’s Threats
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