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AI Risk: Cybersecurity Lessons for Business Leaders
Most organizations have spent years building security practices that actually hold up. Clear policies. Identity management. Risk tolerance frameworks. Governance structures that match the business they run. AI does not change any of that. It adds to it. The challenge...
How AI Is Changing the Impact of Deepfakes
Artificial intelligence is making it easier than ever to create content that looks and sounds real. While that’s creating new opportunities for businesses, it’s also giving attackers a powerful new tool: deepfakes. Deepfake technology is no longer...
Why Executives Are the New Target in Cyber Attacks
Cybersecurity is no longer just about protecting systems, it’s about protecting people. Attackers are increasingly targeting executives directly, using their identity, influence, and access as entry points into organizations. These attacks often don’t look like...
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...
The Hidden Cybersecurity Risks Inside Your Factory Walls
When you think about cybersecurity, you probably picture hackers targeting office emails or stealing customer data. But in manufacturing, cyber threats don’t just put your data at risk—they can shut down your entire production line. Your factory floor is full of...
How IT and Cybersecurity Help Manufacturers Save Money
Margins are tight. Labor is scarce. And every delay, mistake, or outage cuts directly into your bottom line. For most manufacturers, IT is seen as a cost center—a necessary evil to keep the line moving. But when done right, IT and cybersecurity aren’t just operational...
How Aldridge Responded to a Supply Chain Attack
In late June 2025, security researchers uncovered a sophisticated supply chain attack targeting ConnectWise’s ScreenConnect platform. Threat actors abused a technique known as Authenticode stuffing to disguise malware as a trusted, digitally signed component of a...
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Microsoft Confirms Active Zero-Day Vulnerability: Immediate Action Recommended for Office & Microsoft 365 Users
Microsoft has confirmed an actively exploited zero-day vulnerability impacting Microsoft Office and Microsoft 365 applications. The vulnerability is being tracked and communicated through the Microsoft Security Response Center (MSRC), Microsoft’s official authority...
How to Effectively Respond to a Security Event
Responding to a security event is all about identifying threats early and taking appropriate action. There are two parts to responding to a security event or indicator, preparation (referred to as left-of-boom) and the response following a potential attack...
Why IT Leaders Are Moving to Network-as-a-Service (NaaS)
Every IT leader knows network hardware has a shelf life. But the real pain point isn’t just replacement, it’s the capital outlay, lifecycle management, and operational overhead that come with traditional network ownership. Between procurement cycles, firmware...
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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...
Why You Should be Using ‘Named Ranges’ in Excel
One of the most powerful yet often underutilized features in Excel is Named Ranges. Named Ranges offer significant benefits, especially when dealing with complex datasets and formulas. What Are Named Ranges? Named Ranges in Excel allow you to assign a name to a...
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Cyber Threat Landscape in 2026: Ransomware Isn’t Going Anywhere
Ransomware hasn’t gone away, but it has changed in a meaningful way. Many organizations have invested in stronger security over the past few years, implementing immutable backups, improving endpoint detection, and tightening infrastructure controls. These efforts...
How AI Is Changing the Impact of Deepfakes
Artificial intelligence is making it easier than ever to create content that looks and sounds real. While that’s creating new opportunities for businesses, it’s also giving attackers a powerful new tool: deepfakes. Deepfake technology is no longer...
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Microsoft Confirms Active Zero-Day Vulnerability: Immediate Action Recommended for Office & Microsoft 365 Users
Microsoft has confirmed an actively exploited zero-day vulnerability impacting Microsoft Office and Microsoft 365 applications. The vulnerability is being tracked and communicated through the Microsoft Security Response Center (MSRC), Microsoft’s official authority...
How to Effectively Respond to a Security Event
Responding to a security event is all about identifying threats early and taking appropriate action. There are two parts to responding to a security event or indicator, preparation (referred to as left-of-boom) and the response following a potential attack...
Why IT Leaders Are Moving to Network-as-a-Service (NaaS)
Every IT leader knows network hardware has a shelf life. But the real pain point isn’t just replacement, it’s the capital outlay, lifecycle management, and operational overhead that come with traditional network ownership. Between procurement cycles, firmware...