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Why Accounting Firms Need Cybersecurity Awareness Training & Testing
We often find that the accounting and CPA firms we talk to have many IT security software and technology tools in place but neglect their most critical vulnerability: their people. Most of the time, these firms lack a regular and practical cybersecurity...
Mastering Cyber Resilience: Using a Layered Security Approach
Cybersecurity isn’t about completely avoiding an attack – that isn’t feasible. Today, security aims to build resilience. A resilient business can withstand and attack and continue operating in adverse conditions. Mastering Cyber Resilience: Using a Layered Security...
Copilot for Communications: Microsoft Teams & Outlook Demo
While many are already acquainted with Copilot’s basic capabilities, our aim is to explore its real-world business applications, including its integration with features in Microsoft Teams and Microsoft Outlook, to streamline collaboration and communication across your...
Aldridge Completes Roll-up and Integration of Former Subsidiary Arterian
Aldridge has now integrated Arterian into its Seattle managed IT services branch, making it possible for Aldridge to bolster its presence in the city’s technology services market…
Remote Access Security Risks
If your business uses Office 365, who controls your file permissions? If your business uses a remote desktop solution, how often are users required to change their passwords? How will you know if a network compromise occurs? Every organization is different, and so is...
What Are Managed IT Services and How Can They Benefit Your Business?
Each managed IT services provider is different and may offer different versions of IT support. It’s important your business understands what services it needs to ensure the IT outsourcing provider can meet your unique demands…
CPA Firm Technology Trends: What Tech is Best for Your Business?
If you’re a financial firm, the security of your data and systems is integral to your relationship with clients. Without proper evaluation, the premature adoption of a new technology offering may lead to legal penalties and financial losses…
4 Law Firm Technology Trends to Follow in 2017
Law firms often come to us looking for advice about which technology trends will drive their firm in the coming year. However, compromising security to embrace the latest technology innovation is not an option for a firm whose primary asset is sensitive information....
How to Compare Managed IT Services and In-House IT
IT managed services are not for everyone, and neither is an in-house IT department. That’s why when you compare managed IT services and in-house IT, you have to consider what keeps your business running and drives your success…
IT Outsourcing: What It Is and How It Works
IT service providers have transitioned from using a break-fix approach, to proactive strategies and planning, which can help give your company the freedom and time to innovate without worrying about the health of your IT environment…
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3 MFA Best Practices for Microsoft 365
One of the best ways to make your online accounts more secure is by using Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). We'll explore three important aspects of MFA that can greatly enhance your online security. 3 MFA Best Practices for Microsoft 365 1. Use App-Based...
Microsoft Copilot vs. Chat GPT: What’s the Difference?
Two intriguing advancements have caught our attention: Microsoft Copilot and ChatGPT. Although both have the capabilities of language models, they have distinct roles and strengths. Microsoft Copilot vs. Chat GPT: What’s the Difference? Microsoft Copilot What is...
The Pros & Cons of Microsoft Copilot
We’re constantly searching for ways to work smarter. Microsoft Copilot has appeared as a powerful solution, promising to be your trusted companion in the world of productivity. Take a look at the pros and cons of Microsoft Copilot to see if it would be a good fit for...
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Copilot for Productivity: Microsoft Word & Excel
In an era defined by rapid digital transformation, the demand for natural productivity tools has never been greater. Enter Copilot for Microsoft 365, an AI assistant directly integrated into Microsoft Word and Excel that will redefine the way we create documents and...
Mastering Cyber Resilience: Using a Layered Security Approach
Cybersecurity isn’t about completely avoiding an attack – that isn’t feasible. Today, security aims to build resilience. A resilient business can withstand and attack and continue operating in adverse conditions. Mastering Cyber Resilience: Using a Layered Security...
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3 MFA Best Practices for Microsoft 365
One of the best ways to make your online accounts more secure is by using Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). We'll explore three important aspects of MFA that can greatly enhance your online security. 3 MFA Best Practices for Microsoft 365 1. Use App-Based...
Microsoft Copilot vs. Chat GPT: What’s the Difference?
Two intriguing advancements have caught our attention: Microsoft Copilot and ChatGPT. Although both have the capabilities of language models, they have distinct roles and strengths. Microsoft Copilot vs. Chat GPT: What’s the Difference? Microsoft Copilot What is...
The Pros & Cons of Microsoft Copilot
We’re constantly searching for ways to work smarter. Microsoft Copilot has appeared as a powerful solution, promising to be your trusted companion in the world of productivity. Take a look at the pros and cons of Microsoft Copilot to see if it would be a good fit for...











