One constant struggle in offices is the balance between productivity and security. If you give users too much freedom in your network, risk increases. But add too many security gates, and productivity can dwindle. It’s a fine balance between the two, but one you can achieve. Organizations need to recognize the importance of both. And […]
As we move into the new year, there are many exciting developments in technology to look forward to. From advances in artificial intelligence and the growth of virtual and augmented reality to the increasing adoption of good cybersecurity practices, these trends have the potential to revolutionize the way we live and work. AI Artificial intelligence […]
When the year is coming to a close, it’s the perfect time to plan for the future. Most businesses begin the year with the hope of growing and improving operations. Much of how a business operates depends on technology. So, it makes sense to look to your IT for areas of optimization. A year-end technology […]
In today’s world, cybersecurity is no longer a luxury but a necessity for any business. With cyber-attacks becoming increasingly sophisticated, companies need to invest in proper cybersecurity measures to protect their data, operations, and customers. Building a cyber-resilient company is an essential step toward improving business continuity. With threats like data breaches and ransomware on […]
It seems that nearly as long as passwords have been around, they’ve been a major source of security concern. Eighty-one percent of security incidents happen due to stolen or weak passwords. Additionally, employees continue to neglect the basics of good cyber hygiene. For example, 61% of workers use the same password for multiple platforms. And […]
Cloud misconfiguration is a common problem that can have serious consequences for businesses and the consumers that use their cloud services. In this post, we’ll take a look at what cloud misconfiguration is, how it can happen, and what you can do to prevent it. What is Cloud Misconfiguration? Cloud misconfiguration occurs when the settings […]
Bring your own device (BYOD) is a concept that took hold after the invention of the smartphone. When phones got smarter, software developers began creating apps for those phones. Over time, mobile device use has overtaken desktop use at work. According to Microsoft, mobile devices make up about 60% of the endpoints in a company […]
With its huge dominance in the workplace, Microsoft’s Windows has become the prime target for cyber criminals.
With the digital data of countless organizations, businesses, and individuals at risk, multifactor authentication (MFA) has become the gold standard of security. But if you’re thinking that just any MFA will do, think again! According to the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), the most effective security is phishing-resistant multifactor authentication. It’s the type of […]
Microsoft Teams is a lot of things. It’s a video conferencing tool, a team messaging channel, and a tool for in-app co-authoring, just to name a few. During the pandemic, the popularity of Teams skyrocketed. User numbers for MS Teams jumped from 20 million in November 2019 to 75 million in April 2020. As of […]
