Cybercrime is on the rise, and small businesses are squarely in the target zone. Cisco – a US-based digital communications technology giant – estimates that 43% of cyberattacks are directed at small businesses and 47% of small businesses have “no understanding of how to protect themselves.”1 While you may feel secure with data backups and…
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A strong relationship with your IT support provider isn’t just beneficial—it’s essential for staying ahead. Too often, businesses view their IT support services as a mere necessity, a background function that keeps operations running. However, this partnership can dramatically support business innovation, efficiency, and growth when leveraged correctly. Before we discuss tips for your relationship…
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System patches might not always take center stage in cybersecurity discussions, but they play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of your digital infrastructure. In our interconnected world, understanding the different types of patches and their influence on system security is essential knowledge for business leaders and IT professionals alike. This article will demystify…
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Technology is essential when operating a successful, growing business. Whether it’s managing finances or communicating with clients, technology is fundamental in the process of keeping your business up and running. However, significant time and effort is required when working toward a secure and efficient technology foundation for your workflow. This is where you can find…
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Scenario Brad is a fictional owner of a fictional manufacturing company with a workforce of fifty people. His profitability hinges on his ability to keep his operations running at a high level of efficiency with largely automated processes. Sounds like a lot of business owners, right? Heavy dependence upon technology and little to no tolerance…
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In this day and age, employees are more connected than ever with both business and personal devices. The hybrid workplace is here to stay, and for employees and businesses, this means there’s an increased need to making cybersecurity features a key requirement during technology procurement. According to recent data, smart home systems are set to…
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According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the job market for information security analysts will grow 33% by 2030—making it one of the fastest growing job sectors—while Cybersecurity Ventures has found that there will be 3.5 million unfilled cybersecurity jobs in 2021. Prepare your organization for the projected cybersecurity talent shortage by learning about…
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Cyber threats have become increasingly more sophisticated over the last two years; however, phishing—one of the oldest pain points in cybersecurity—is continuing to quietly wreak havoc, and is as big of a threat as it has ever been. Despite often being overlooked in terms of hype, phishing has been a mainstay in the cybersecurity threat…
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With cyber attacks up more than 400%1 it’s important to educate your onsite and remote staff on the importance of cyber basics. Cyber attacks are becoming more sophisticated with more evolved bad actors cropping up each day. Luckily, there are several steps that we can take on a daily basis to mitigate risks and stay…
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October 1st marks the start of Cybersecurity Awareness Month. It is co-lead by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the National Cyber Security Alliance in an effort to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity and ensure that everyone has the information and tools they need to be safer online. As a Champion…
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