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Managed Services

Understanding the true ROI of managed services

How do you decide if managed services are right for you? A lot more goes into calculating ROI than simply comparing dollars spent to services received. To really understand it, you need to first understand the potential risks your business faces and what they can cost.

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Is deleted data ever completed erased?

Being a business leader means that you have to consider how to keep your company’s data secure from loss and data breaches. Keeping data safe doesn’t end when you hit “delete”. It’s vital to know what happens and how to truly wipe data to keep your business and your clients safe.

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What happens to your data when you die?

Your digital life is only taking on a larger footprint as we embrace the cloud. And while it’s not a fun topic to discuss, it is important to consider what will happen to your data after you die. Here are some of the different types of data you need to consider.

Managed Services

Understanding the true ROI of managed services

How do you decide if managed services are right for you? A lot more goes into calculating ROI than simply comparing dollars spent to services received. To really understand it, you need to first understand the potential risks your business faces and what they can cost.

Disaster and backup

Everyday data disasters and how to prevent them

We live our lives online, always a device within reach. We’re also storing more and more of our personal and professional data online, from banking information and tax returns to family photos and videos. Here are 5 ways your data can be lost and how to keep it safe.

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8 critical components of employee cybersecurity training

Employees play a critical role in the cybersecurity of your business. It is essential that they be well-trained and confident in their ability to recognize and respond to cyberthreats. Learn the 8 critical components of your employee cybersecurity training.

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5 prominent cyber threats and how to avoid them

Take a look at these 5 cyber threats (like phishing, malvertising, and social engineering) and learn how your business can successfully avoid them.

The IT battle of the decade: Break-Fix vs. Managed Services

Which will reign victorious? Break-Fix or Managed Services? Let's take a look at the benefits to see how each service can improve your SMB.

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Is deleted data ever completed erased?

Being a business leader means that you have to consider how to keep your company’s data secure from loss and data breaches. Keeping data safe doesn’t end when you hit “delete”. It’s vital to know what happens and how to truly wipe data to keep your business and your clients safe.

data management

What happens to your data when you die?

Your digital life is only taking on a larger footprint as we embrace the cloud. And while it’s not a fun topic to discuss, it is important to consider what will happen to your data after you die. Here are some of the different types of data you need to consider.

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4 real-life examples of data loss

Data loss can affect your business when you least expect it. It can be caused by equipment failure, hacking, or even employee error. These real-life examples of data loss illustrate why it is so important to have multiple data backups and a plan for data restoration.

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Disaster and backup

Everyday data disasters and how to prevent them

We live our lives online, always a device within reach. We’re also storing more and more of our personal and professional data online, from banking information and tax returns to family photos and videos. Here are 5 ways your data can be lost and how to keep it safe.

Data loss symbolized by a rack of hard drives being removed from a blade chassis.

4 real-life examples of data loss

Data loss can affect your business when you least expect it. It can be caused by equipment failure, hacking, or even employee error. These real-life examples of data loss illustrate why it is so important to have multiple data backups and a plan for data restoration.

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What we learned from the top data breaches of 2018

Facebook, MyHeritage, Quora, Under Armour, Starwood-Marriott. Each of these companies was breached, but in a different way and with different damage. We have compiled a rundown of these breaches along with our takeaway, so that you can learn from their mistakes.

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Why you need a data retention policy

As data storage options have exploded, storage capacities seem limitless. But just because you can keep all your data, doesn’t mean you should. We talked with information governance lawyer Peter Sloan with the Information Governance Group about data security and why you need a data retention policy.

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8 critical components of employee cybersecurity training

Employees play a critical role in the cybersecurity of your business. It is essential that they be well-trained and confident in their ability to recognize and respond to cyberthreats. Learn the 8 critical components of your employee cybersecurity training.

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How to respond when your business encounters a cybersecurity incident

You’ve discovered an anomaly in your network. Maybe your electricity usage has spiked or an employee fell for a phishing scam. What is the first thing you should do? We talked with incident response expert Peter Enko about the key steps to take after a cybersecurity incident.

Data Security

A beginner's guide to data security

Whether your business is a large multinational or a small mom-and-pop operation, your data is one of your most important and vulnerable assets. Protect your data from physical loss, corruption, hackers, and security breaches with a data security plan.

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Your guide to ransomware: threats, prevention, and recovery

How much do you know about ransomware? Ransomware is a type of malware that takes control of files or systems and holds them hostage. While not a new threat, ransomware attacks have been increasing in recent years. Learn more about what it is, how to prevent it, and what to do if targeted.

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The threat of social engineering and how to protect your business

Every day your inbox is bombarded with suspicious emails asking for sensitive personal or business information. Careless responses to these emails can lead to downtime, data breaches, and serious financial loss. Learn the steps you can take to protect your business from these types of attacks.

Data Security

A beginner's guide to data security

Whether your business is a large multinational or a small mom-and-pop operation, your data is one of your most important and vulnerable assets. Protect your data from physical loss, corruption, hackers, and security breaches with a data security plan.

What is a private cloud and what are the benefits?

What is a private cloud and what are the benefits of a private cloud infrastructure? Let’s take a quick look at the key benefits of a private cloud.

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Business Tech: 5 additions for an all-around better workday

Technology enables people to work faster … better … smarter. But with so many available technologies, what are the most impactful changes you can make to impact workplace productivity today? Let’s take a look at 5 technology solutions.

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Your 5-step guide to reliable and healthy technology

Technology is a critical part of modern business functions. Operations depend on email, CRM software, financial data and dozens of other applications. Learn how to avoid the biggest risks to your tech with a few simple tips and tricks.

DIY tech tips: 4 ways to keep your technology healthy

To avoid a stagnant business, here are a few DIY tech tips and tricks to help you keep moving. No IT provider necessary.

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The Definitive Guide: Using IT services to improve productivity

Use this guide to find the right IT services to improve your relationship with technology and ensure your productivity is always on the rise.

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8 reasons bad technology is tearing your business apart

As a complete managed service provider, we specialize in building and maintaining IT infrastructures that support businesses and the technology they need to grow. Over time, we’ve seen many businesses suffer from the downfalls of bad technology, and we’ve done all that we can to help these businesses find and use better technology. Let’s take a look at just a few of the reasons bad technology is tearing your business apart.

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8 ways data loss can sneak up on your business

Data loss can come at you from every angle. It happens every day to businesses of all sizes, shapes, and industries. It’ll take you by surprise, wiggle its way into your company, and rip apart your reputation before you even know what’s going on.

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3 technology solutions that'll make you work better and sweat less

It’s important to hunt down the best technology solutions that not only improve productivity — but improve your business overall.

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What we learned from the top data breaches of 2018

Facebook, MyHeritage, Quora, Under Armour, Starwood-Marriott. Each of these companies was breached, but in a different way and with different damage. We have compiled a rundown of these breaches along with our takeaway, so that you can learn from their mistakes.

data storage limitless data retention policy

Why you need a data retention policy

As data storage options have exploded, storage capacities seem limitless. But just because you can keep all your data, doesn’t mean you should. We talked with information governance lawyer Peter Sloan with the Information Governance Group about data security and why you need a data retention policy.

team of employees responding to a cybersecurity incident

How to respond when your business encounters a cybersecurity incident

You’ve discovered an anomaly in your network. Maybe your electricity usage has spiked or an employee fell for a phishing scam. What is the first thing you should do? We talked with incident response expert Peter Enko about the key steps to take after a cybersecurity incident.

man in front of computer with ransomware attack on the screen

Your guide to ransomware: threats, prevention, and recovery

How much do you know about ransomware? Ransomware is a type of malware that takes control of files or systems and holds them hostage. While not a new threat, ransomware attacks have been increasing in recent years. Learn more about what it is, how to prevent it, and what to do if targeted.

social engineering phishing attacks

The threat of social engineering and how to protect your business

Every day your inbox is bombarded with suspicious emails asking for sensitive personal or business information. Careless responses to these emails can lead to downtime, data breaches, and serious financial loss. Learn the steps you can take to protect your business from these types of attacks.

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Is corporate culture putting your business at risk?

Every workplace has unspoken rules and ideas that make up the fabric of their corporate culture. But this culture could be putting your business at risk. Learn what an ideal corporate culture looks like and why it should be part of your cybersecurity strategy.

Cyber Insurance

The SMB owner’s introduction to cyber insurance

It’s predicted that the annual cost of cybersecurity crimes will reach $6 trillion by 2021. Here’s the good news. There’s a lot you can do to protect your company. In this article, we’re going to explore one more way to keep your data and your bottom line safe: cyber insurance.

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4 ways to work better with your smartphone

Here are a few helpful suggestions to help you work better on the go when you have nothing but your smartphone, improving business mobility in the process.

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A 4-step checklist to business mobility

We provide mobility services throughout the Midwest. Here's a simple checklist we've created to help you improve mobility in your business.

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