What’s Involved in Switching MSP?

Switching MSP (Managed Service Provider) can feel like a daunting task. Fear of the unknown can leave people uneasy about making a change, leading to indecision or worse. People worry that a change will lead to excessive downtime, take too much of their time/focus, or perhaps even open a can of worms that may best […]

What To Consider When Switching Managed IT Providers

Switching managed IT providers can come with a lot of unknowns. These unknowns cause stress heading into the transition, or worse still, lead to technology indecision around the change itself. To minimise the stress, it’s important to start with a couple of absolutes. The first is understanding that things will be different and will take […]

The Benefits of Cyber Security Training (Beyond The Obvious)

For the most part, the importance of security awareness training is pretty well-known. Human error is one of the leading causes of data breaches, and most basic security awareness training programs cover how to avoid making mistakes sufficiently. “While most people are aware of the strong human element in cyber security, fewer realise just how […]

The Danger of Cloud Malware & What You Can Do About It

A popular reason why many businesses migrate to the cloud is enhanced security. While there is some merit to this belief, it’s important not to become too complacent. Cloud malware and other cloud computing attacks may become new risks after you’ve made the switch. Some types of attacks are equally possible whether you’re in the […]

Technology Indecision: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly

We all know that technology plays a significant role in running any business nowadays. It’s essential to opt for the right tools and platforms that will help improve the overall performance of your business. However, choosing the right technology can be challenging. Too many options and too little knowledge fuel hesitation on making changes. The […]

What is Cloud Security & Why is It Different Than Regular Cyber Security?

It’s easy to assume that the cyber security measures that you’ve been using for years will be enough for your cloud computing environment. However, cloud security isn’t the same as traditional cyber security. Cloud security is typically confined to your cloud-native systems, while general cyber security lives both inside and outside your cloud infrastructure. “Cloud […]

IoT Devices Can be Your Greatest Asset, Or Your Greatest Liability

The Internet of Things (IoT), has become a hot topic in the technology field. The exponential sophistication and adoption of devices have experts comparing this to the third industrial revolution from steam and power to computers, referring to this wave of new device usage as Industry 4.0 or the fourth iteration of industry as we know it.

Was Your Business Prepared When Microsoft 365 Went Down?

If your business relies on Microsoft 365, you may have noticed that on Tuesday, Septemebr 29th, there was a multi-hour outage. Microsoft confirmed via their Twitter account that the “residual issue has been addressed, and the incident has been resolved.” Still, for many, this was a wakeup call to the fact that they need to have a backup form of business communication.