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How Are Assets “Compromised”? 3 Key Violations
The terms "security events," "indicators," "incidents," and "breaches" are often thrown around in discussions about cybersecurity. But what exactly do they mean for your organization? At their core, these terms revolve around one central question: Has one of your...
How to Conduct a HIPAA Security Risk Assessment (SRA) for Healthcare Providers
As healthcare providers, safeguarding patient information is paramount. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) mandates that organizations conduct regular Security Risk Assessments (SRAs) to identify vulnerabilities and protect sensitive data....
Implementing AI: How to Define Success
Defining success in AI initiatives goes beyond the charm of cutting-edge technology; it requires a strategic approach. Defining AI Success Avoiding the “Star-Struck” Factor: While the fascination with AI's capabilities is understandable, it's crucial not to get...
Understanding Office 365 Security Audit
The importance of securing sensitive data cannot be overstated. With organizations relying heavily on cloud-based solutions like Microsoft Office 365 for their daily operations, it's crucial to maintain a strong security position. One indispensable tool in achieving...
The Difference Between Managed Services & Outsourcing
Companies are always seeking ways to streamline their operations, reduce costs, and improve efficiency. Two popular strategies that organizations often employ to achieve these goals are managed services and outsourcing. While both approaches involve the delegation of...
IT Services That Can Be Outsourced
Outsourcing IT services has become a strategic move for organizations seeking to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and gain access to specialized expertise. Outsourcing IT services can help you focus on core business activities while leaving complex technology tasks...
Don’t Take the Bait: Are You Smarter Than a Phisher?
Malicious actors are constantly devising new ways to exploit unsuspecting individuals and organizations. One of the oldest yet most prevalent forms of cybercrime is phishing. What is Phishing? Phishing attacks are cleverly designed to impersonate trusted entities or...
The True Cost of Downtime for a Business
Downtime is the dreaded enemy of productivity and profit. When systems fail, operations stop, and customers are left frustrated. However, the true cost of downtime goes far beyond financial losses. The True Cost of Downtime for a Business The Financial Toll Let's...
[Webinar] AI Made Simple | Start Transforming Your Business
There's no denying the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI). It's a force that has the capacity to propel your business to new heights, but like any powerful tool, it can also become a considerable distraction if not harnessed correctly. We aren't...
[Security Moment] IoT Cybersecurity Breach
The rise of Internet of Things (IoT) devices such as printers, cameras, and countless other everyday gadgets has become abundant. While these devices are cool and convenient, they also bring with them a significant cybersecurity risk. As we embrace the benefits of IoT...
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Employee IT Security Awareness Training and Best Practices [Infographic]
It takes more than the right technology to defend your business from cyberattacks. We’ve outlined the employee IT security awareness training, policies, procedures, testing, and tools you need to consider for a modern cybersecurity defense.
Next-Generation Antivirus: A New Standard of IT Security
Today's businesses need to know about the latest technology and how they can leverage these options for their organization's IT security solution. An example of a technology that has seen severe innovation lately is the antivirus. Traditional antivirus solutions are...
IT Security Checklist: Keep Your Business on Track
Cybercriminals are regularly targeting small businesses with ransomware and other types of cyberattacks. Smaller organizations make for an easy target because they often lack the security infrastructure (tools and processes) to defend themselves. These attacks can be...
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How To Make a Picture a Background in PowerPoint
One effective way to enhance your slides is by using custom background images. By incorporating visuals into your presentation, you can grab your audience's attention and convey your message more effectively. In this blog post, we will guide you through the process of...
How to Change Your Video & Audio Settings in Teams
Microsoft Teams has skyrocketed in popularity, becoming the superhero of communication and collaboration platforms in this age of remote work and virtual meetings. I’m sure we all have sat through awkward calls where someone’s mic or camera isn’t working, and they...
How to Change Your Status Presence in Teams
In today's digital fast-paced work environment, your presence status is everything. Effective collaboration requires you to stay on-top of your presence so your team knows when they can and cannot bother you. In this blog post, we will walk you through the...
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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…
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…
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