Table of Contents Gartner defines IT services like this: “IT services refers to the application of business and technical expertise to enable organizations in the creation, management, and optimization of or access to information and business processes.” Essentially, it’s the labor and expertise that makes technology run. For most SMBs, it doesn’t make sense financially to […]
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Nov
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The news is full of the latest companies that have suffered security breaches. These headlines focus on large corporations because the big numbers involved make the attack more impressive. This gives many small business owners a false sense of security -an illusion that there is security through obscurity. There is an idea that a “small […]
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Mark your calendars for a critical cybersecurity event looming over small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs): Windows 10 reaches its end-of-life (EOL) on October 14, 2025. Beyond this date, Microsoft will no longer provide security updates, patches, or technical support for Windows 10. Over time this causes the Windows to become less secure, exposing businesses like yours […]
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Ensure a Smooth Transition Before the October 2025 Deadline Microsoft has officially announced the end-of-life (EOL) for Windows 10, meaning that after October 14, 2025, the operating system will no longer receive security updates, patches, or technical support. This change poses serious risks for businesses still relying on Windows 10, including cybersecurity vulnerabilities, compliance violations, […]
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The FTC Safeguards Rule has been around since 2003; however, some recent updates have applied to a broader scope of businesses. While it used to be just financial institutions that had to comply, there is now a growing list of businesses that handle personal financial data that need to adhere to the guidelines. We’ll touch […]
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Our JANUARY 2025 i.t.INSIGHTS Newsletter is packed with essential cybersecurity tips, industry news, and a FREE Cybersecurity eBook to help you protect your business from growing cyber threats. 📊🔐
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Most small and medium-sized business owners and executives are fueled by passion. They have an idea they love so much they went all-in. Sometimes, it’s delivering the highest quality of care as a doctor, sometimes they’re inventors or engineers. In my experience they have one thing in common. They didn’t go into business to manage […]
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Our DECEMBER 2024 i.t.INSIGHTS Newsletter is packed with essential cybersecurity tips, industry news, and a FREE Cybersecurity eBook to help you protect your business from growing cyber threats. 📊🔐 💡 What’s inside? Strengthen your cybersecurity posture and stay ahead of the latest threats. Download the newsletter now and get your business cyber-ready! 🛡️ 👉 Download […]
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The utility of AI for businesses is undeniable. Recent iterations that leverage LLM (Large Language Model) are better than ever at generating content and helping us save time and effort. The challenge is that bad actors (hackers) also have AI and are using it effectively to launch more cybersecurity attacks than ever before. They’re also […]
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Dec
Dec
“Oh No….” My insides turned upside down as I looked at the CEO’s machine. I started panicking a little bit. This is not good. The more I looked the worse it got. So…. Many…. red…. flags… Spidey Senses Tingling A few days before I got a call from the controller at this business. Not a […]
Blog, Cybersecurity, IT Strategy, Managed Services
Protecting Your Business from Business Email Compromise (BEC)
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Nov
Nov
In today’s digital world, email remains one of the primary ways we communicate in business. However, it’s also become a favored target for cybercriminals. One of the most damaging threats businesses face is Business Email Compromise (BEC), where attackers use fake emails to trick employees into transferring funds, sharing sensitive information, or even giving away […]
Blog, Cybersecurity, How Tos, IT Company, Managed Services
Understand Managed IT Services Pricing and How to Choose the Right IT Provider
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Oct
Oct
When businesses are looking for IT support, one of the first things they ask is, “How much do managed IT services cost?” A fair question—and one that isn’t always easy to answer because the prices can vary widely based on your business’s needs and the complexity of the services needed. Anyway, if you are not sure […]