Just a decade ago, it would have been unthinkable that ransomware would affect over 70% of businesses worldwide, but here we are. Put simply, no company—not even a small business—can afford to keep thinking, “It won’t happen to us.” Being aware of trending network security threats and solutions is vital to protecting your business and…Continue Reading
These days, the vast majority of small businesses use outsourcing — 90%, according to a recent survey. IT services are the most commonly outsourced business need. With the rise of e-commerce opportunities and cybersecurity risks, small business IT outsourcing just makes sense. What kinds of IT services can you — and should you — outsource…Continue Reading
Just like maintenance is critical for building infrastructure, periodic network security audits are essential for strong cybersecurity defenses. The stakes are real: In 2023 alone, there were over 3,200 data breaches in healthcare, professional services, and other industries. Is your business prepared for a cyberattack? A network security checklist can help you make sure. The…Continue Reading
Enterprise cybersecurity is on the minds of executives around the globe, and the stakes are real: A single data breach triggers average losses of 1.1% in market value and 3.2% in sales growth. For an organization like Toyota, such an attack would cost billions. This scenario happened to Target Corp. After a breach leaked the…Continue Reading
When devastating attacks that compromise thousands of organizations happen more often than you think, worldwide cyberwarfare is no longer just a plot point in Hollywood blockbusters. These real-world events have demonstrated the catastrophic consequences of cyberattacks and underscore the urgent need for individuals and organizations to prioritize cybersecurity in order to safeguard their data and…Continue Reading
Companies constantly look for new ways to boost efficiency, reduce costs, and improve scalability in today’s economic environment. Virtualization has emerged as a key technology that can help make all of those things possible when implemented correctly. Still trying to figure out if virtualization is the right approach for you? Let’s dig into the benefits…Continue Reading
Many organizations treat cybersecurity like they’re a king trying to prevent an invading army from breaking into the castle. However, not all malicious actors access systems by forcing their way in. Social engineering attacks trick individuals within an organization into opening the castle gate. How can you protect yourself from social engineering attacks? What Is…Continue Reading
Most businesses rely on their networks to execute core business functions. Unplanned network downtime can cost businesses as much as $9,000 per minute. Network design is one of the most critical factors determining your network’s vulnerability to unplanned downtime and other issues. This high-level overview will help you understand what to look for in a…Continue Reading
Remote IT support — also called remote technical support — is a service framework that allows off-site providers to assist in resolving technology issues and manage business IT environments at a distance. For example, companies might choose remote support for help desk operations, in turn making it easier for staff to resolve common IT issues….Continue Reading
Large language models (LLMs) and natural language processing (NLP) are taking the business world by storm. Subsets of artificial intelligence (AI) frameworks, these language-based operations power applications like ChatGPT and customer service solutions such as chatbots. Data shows the growing power of these intelligent options: ChatGPT became the fastest-growing consumer application in history just two…Continue Reading