“I don’t need to worry about cyberattacks… my business is too small to be of any interest.”
This brief rationalization is one of the most dangerous fallacies a modern business can make concerning cybersecurity; it shows a fundamental misunderstanding of how modern cyberthreats operate. If this has been your mindset, we urge you to read on so we can help set you on a more realistic path.
It’s natural for businesses to depend on their tools, like IT, to achieve success, but if you don’t take care of your systems, it could lead to downtime. You can bypass many of these challenges with the right approach to technology maintenance. Listed below are some of the proactive methods you can use to keep downtime to a minimum.
Being a green business is certainly not a bad thing; not only does it help boost your company's environmental friendliness, but it can usually attract customers and clients who prioritize the environment. What is mentioned less is how being greener can actually give your business an advantage in the right circumstances.
Artificial intelligence is everywhere, and it is making data more valuable than ever. This is because AI platforms rely heavily on data to function effectively. Many platforms and services gather data from their users to fuel these algorithms. LinkedIn has recently been found to do this—by default—without properly informing its users or updating its terms of service.
“Toxic” is a buzzword that is often used these days, but when it is used to describe a business’ work environment, it needs to be treated with deadly seriousness.
If a workplace is a place people don’t like to be, many drawbacks will ultimately impact operations. Thus, it is to your advantage to keep your business as positive a workplace as possible.
Listed below: how to tell if your organization has a toxic workplace and, if so, how to resolve it.
Both the router and modem are vital components of any wireless network, yet many people are unsure about the distinct roles they play in a personal or organizational Internet connection. Listed below is a break down of the function of each device and how they work together to support your network.
File sharing is a huge deal. When you try to send your friends a meme or share a video with them and it doesn’t send… that can be extremely irritating. When it comes to business file sharing, miscommunication can cost quite a bit. Listed below is a look at two concepts in small business file sharing and how they help a small business.
One of the many tasks undertaken by the United Nations is to protect human rights around the globe while also working to develop more sustainable and climate-friendly development. As such, the UN has recently taken an interest in the development of artificial intelligence, hoping to create guidelines that allow us to get the most value out of AI without creating more significant problems.
For most people, their email inbox can get intimidating. You miss a day of work for personal reasons and you probably need to schedule about double the time getting to all of the updates, responses, and junk that comes in in a short amount of time. In this month’s newsletter we thought we’d go through a few tips that can help anyone better manage their email and keep their accounts secure.
Security awareness training is an imperative process for today's businesses to undergo to have any chance of success. Alas, as much as security software or policy can help, it can only do so much. You also need your team members to be on board, knowledgeable about what they need to do, and motivated to do it.
Listed below are some security awareness training tips.
We all rely on the Internet. For most of us who have been using it since the mid-90s, we’ve seen a massive change in its use. Today, silent continuous connectivity has replaced the dial-up tones of the late 90s and early 2000s. Listed below is a discussion on how Internet connectivity speeds have changed over the past 30 years.
Businesses can’t ignore the advantages that technology can bring to their business. One of the primary benefits is the ability to automate routine tasks, which saves time and reduces the risk of human error. By utilizing technologies that work to make processes more efficient, small businesses can operate more efficiently and focus on strategic initiatives that drive growth. Listed below are four of the most valuable technologies small businesses can utilize today.
Moving is difficult, but when you factor in your business’ IT, it becomes twice as irritating and time-consuming. You can make it easier by preparing for the job ahead of time. Listed below is what you can do to prepare for a business IT move well ahead of the scheduled date.
Professional services encompass many of the “experts” people rely on, and modern firms in this sector rely heavily on technology to increase efficiency, enhance client service, and streamline operations. In this month’s newsletter, we’ll explore four key technologies that professional services firms rely on.
AI has become a significant tool all throughout our modern economy. Businesses are utilizing technology with built-in AI because it enhances operational efficiency. Listed below are some of the benefits small businesses can take advantage of with AI.
Telephone systems are a critical part of any business. Voice over IP, or VoIP, takes telephone systems one step further by making the service more accessible, flexible, and affordable for SMBs. Listed below are some of the benefits you can expect from using a VoIP system.
Dealing with downtime is a very expensive and frustrating problem for any business. When we say “downtime,” we’re referring to periods when critical systems, processes, or equipment are not functioning properly. Listed below is a look at the negative impacts of downtime and what you can do about it.
Sextortion scams are scary. The scammer contacts the victim, claiming to have gotten access to their computer and captured video footage of their target engaging in some private and decidedly adult activities, as well as the content that was onscreen at the time. The threat: pay up, or I send the footage to all of your contacts.
However, lately hackers have added another layer of “proof” to these claims, now referring to victims by name and including pictures of their homes. Listed below are what one of these scams looks like and what you should do if one appears in your inbox.
A business experiencing a network bottleneck is having a bad day, especially since the ability to share data is so critical to many industries today. However, today’s resource-intensive technologies can easily eat through an organization’s bandwidth and create these kinds of network slowdowns.
Listed below: what can be done to reduce these bottlenecks, if not eliminate them outright.
Data breaches remain a constant threat that cause serious disruptions for businesses and potentially creating widespread issues for customers. Highlighted below are some of the largest and most impactful breaches of 2024.
