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Top Attack of 2025: 3rd-Party Account Compromise

Organizations are investing heavily in technical safeguards, user training, and layered security strategies. That’s a good thing. But as your defenses improve, attackers are adapting.  In 2025, the leading tactic we’re seeing isn’t about breaking into your systems...

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How Cybersecurity Helps Accounting Firms Win Clients

How Cybersecurity Helps Accounting Firms Win Clients

​Accounting and CPA firms are bound by the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct, which mandates principles such as integrity, objectivity, and due care. These principles require firms to handle sensitive financial data with the utmost responsibility, ensuring its...

MSP vs. MSSP: What’s the Difference?

In the world of IT services, organizations often encounter two critical types of service providers: Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs). Though the names sound similar, their functions and areas of focus differ...

A Guide to IT Outsourcing in Austin

In today's fast-paced business environment, maintaining a competitive edge often hinges on leveraging the latest technology. However, managing IT infrastructure in-house can be challenging and costly. This is where IT outsourcing comes into play. Let’s explore the...

AI Deepfakes: What You Need to Know

Deepfakes have become more sophisticated and widespread over the past few years. As we move through 2024, understanding the mechanics behind deepfakes, their potential uses, and the risks they pose is crucial for both individuals and organizations.  What Are...

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...

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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Construction Firm Moves to Cloud to Boost Site Efficiency

A construction firm struggled with connectivity and productivity across multiple job sites due to outdated systems and the need to deploy physical IT infrastructure at each location. To modernize their operations, they partnered with Aldridge to transition to the...

Construction Company Wins Bigger Contracts by Upgrading IT

A fast-growing construction firm struggled with outdated IT infrastructure that made it difficult to operate remote sites, communicate efficiently, and stay competitive. Their aging technology slowed bid submissions, caused project delays, and prevented them from...

How Cybersecurity Helps Construction Win Bigger Contracts

The construction industry is evolving, and cybersecurity is now a major factor in winning high-profile contracts. Clients, especially those handling sensitive information, are increasingly prioritizing security when selecting contractors. A strong cybersecurity...

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How to Use Tables in Excel

To make managing and analyzing a group of related data easier, you can turn a range of cells into tables in Excel (previously known as an Excel list).   How to Use Tables in Excel Using Excel Tables  A table typically contains related data in a series of worksheet...

How To Use Flash Fill in Excel

Flash Fill is like a data assistant that finishes your work for you. As soon as it detects what you want to do, Flash Fill enters the rest of your data in one fell swoop, following the pattern it recognizes in your data.  How To Use Flash Fill in Excel Here’s an...

How to Use “IF” Functions in Excel

The IF function is one of the most popular functions in Excel, and it allows you to make logical comparisons between a value and what you expect.  How to Use “IF” Functions in Excel IF Function - Syntax and Usage  The IF function is one of Excel's logical functions...

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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.  ...

How Cybersecurity Helps Accounting Firms Win Clients

​Accounting and CPA firms are bound by the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct, which mandates principles such as integrity, objectivity, and due care. These principles require firms to handle sensitive financial data with the utmost responsibility, ensuring its...

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Construction Firm Moves to Cloud to Boost Site Efficiency

Construction Firm Moves to Cloud to Boost Site Efficiency

A construction firm struggled with connectivity and productivity across multiple job sites due to outdated systems and the need to deploy physical IT infrastructure at each location. To modernize their operations, they partnered with Aldridge to transition to the...

Construction Company Wins Bigger Contracts by Upgrading IT

Construction Company Wins Bigger Contracts by Upgrading IT

A fast-growing construction firm struggled with outdated IT infrastructure that made it difficult to operate remote sites, communicate efficiently, and stay competitive. Their aging technology slowed bid submissions, caused project delays, and prevented them from...

How Cybersecurity Helps Construction Win Bigger Contracts

How Cybersecurity Helps Construction Win Bigger Contracts

The construction industry is evolving, and cybersecurity is now a major factor in winning high-profile contracts. Clients, especially those handling sensitive information, are increasingly prioritizing security when selecting contractors. A strong cybersecurity...