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The Cost of IT Outsourcing in 2025: How to Budget and Tell if You’re Paying Too Much
Comparing prices is the first thing on a business’s agenda when selecting an outsourced service. However, when it comes to the cost of IT outsourcing, there are a number of factors that can alter the terms and quality of a provider’s offering…
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...
How to Use vLookup and xLookup Functions in Excel
Lookup functions in Excel simplify data retrieval by allowing users to search for specific information within datasets efficiently. How to Use vLookup and xLookup Functions in Excel vLookup The V in VLOOKUP stands for "Vertical." In Excel, the VLookup function...
Do You Have the Right Cyber Insurance Policy?
It is not a matter of ‘if’, but ‘when’ your company will experience a security breach. A well-prepared company is one that has thought through their security incident response and has a plan on how to recover from a successful cyber-attack. Cyber insurance is the...
What is SOC 2 Type 2 Compliance & Why Your IT Provider Should Have It
Aldridge understands the value of our clients' data to their reputation and future success. Because of this, we obtained our SOC 2 Type 2 Report and completed the certification through the MSP Cloud Verify Program™. Like many other professionals today, you may be...
What is an MSSP? (Managed Security Services Provider)
Thanks to innovation in the cybercrime industry, launching a successful cyber-attack campaign has never been easier. This innovation has unfortunately led to an explosion in attacks, especially against small and midsized businesses. Smaller businesses typically lack...
Small Business Cybersecurity Stats 2022
Cybersecurity is on every business leader's mind, but what are they actually thinking about? To answer that question, we conducted a survey of over 100 small business leaders and here is what we learned. Where are you on your ‘Security Journey’? The ‘Security Journey’...
7 Cyber Insurance Takeaways for 2023
Cyber insurance is changing, the application process is more complex and the requirements to get coverage are growing. Here are 7 things to keep in mind as you prepare for your next renewal: Be Proactive The time to start working on your security is now. Do not wait...
What Does A Ransomware Attack Cost?
We have seen a lot of numbers thrown out in our industry about the cost of a typical ransomware attacks. The amount is alarming and is increasing every year, making it more critical than ever to protect your organization. Let’s look at the actual amount, how to...
Small Business Cyber Insurance Stats [2022]
Cybersecurity is on every business leader's mind, but what are they actually thinking about? To answer that question, we conducted a survey of over 100 small business leaders and here is what we learned. Where are you on your ‘Security Journey’? The ‘Security Journey’...
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Defending Against Volt Typhoon: China’s State-Sponsored Cyberattack Group
Threat actors are employing increasingly sophisticated tactics to damage and disrupt US businesses and critical infrastructure. One of these major threat groups is the Chinese state-sponsored cyberattack team "Volt Typhoon" (source). First identified in 2023, Volt...
[Webinar] Prepare, Respond, & Recover | Take Control of Your Cyber Risk
Our expert panelists from Aldridge, Buchanan, and Higginbotham have worked with 100’s of businesses affected by cybercrime. They want to share what they’ve learned so that you understand today’s threats and how to effectively protect yourself and your business. Get an...
Microsoft Loop: Unlock Seamless Collaboration
Effective collaboration is the cornerstone of success for businesses worldwide. With the increase of remote work, the need for collaboration tools has never been more pressing. Microsoft Loop, a groundbreaking platform designed to streamline collaboration, enhance...
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SharePoint in 30 Minutes – Part 6: Web and Desktop Apps
Video Transcription Let's talk about all of the apps that are available that work with SharePoint Online. To access the online versions of these applications while you're in SharePoint, you can click the application launcher in the top left of the window. This...
Which Cloud Provider Should I Choose? [Video]
From Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services to private cloud environments, companies have plenty of file storage options. But which is best for your business?
SharePoint in 30 Minutes – Part 5: Sharing Basics
Video Transcription You can share documents with others in your organization as well as those outside your organization in a few simple steps. When you share documents from SharePoint, you no longer have to worry about saving and editing multiple copies of the...
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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...
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Defending Against Volt Typhoon: China’s State-Sponsored Cyberattack Group
Threat actors are employing increasingly sophisticated tactics to damage and disrupt US businesses and critical infrastructure. One of these major threat groups is the Chinese state-sponsored cyberattack team "Volt Typhoon" (source). First identified in 2023, Volt...
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[Webinar] Prepare, Respond, & Recover | Take Control of Your Cyber Risk
Our expert panelists from Aldridge, Buchanan, and Higginbotham have worked with 100’s of businesses affected by cybercrime. They want to share what they’ve learned so that you understand today’s threats and how to effectively protect yourself and your business. Get an...
Microsoft Loop: Unlock Seamless Collaboration
Effective collaboration is the cornerstone of success for businesses worldwide. With the increase of remote work, the need for collaboration tools has never been more pressing. Microsoft Loop, a groundbreaking platform designed to streamline collaboration, enhance...