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The rapid adjustment to remote workers has caused many issues in its wake, from software bloat to unsecure networks. 61% of cybersecurity professionals express concern about the IT security risks associated with that unplanned adjustment to a remote workforce. One of the big adjustments for Houston businesses was the need to move to cloud solutions to keep work-from-home employees… Continue reading Shadow IT Has Skyrocketed During the Pandemic. Here’s How to Stop It!

In the wake of the COVID-19 lockdowns, many Houston area businesses have been rethinking the way they do things. The need to adjust to virtual operations run by remote working employees quickly uncovered chinks in the armor of certain business processes. Not all can be easily moved from onsite to remote execution. One example would… Continue reading Is It Time to Consider Moving to Windows Virtual Desktop?

The price tag for purchasing a new computer often means that individuals and businesses struggle instead with a device that has become increasingly slow and problematic. People also tend to get very attached to their computers and don’t like the thought of changing or having to move their “computing life” over to an entirely new… Continue reading 5 Best Upgrades to Breathe New Life Into Your Older Computer

Many business owners are looking forward to reopening after a long shutdown due to the coronavirus pandemic. Around Houston, Texas, and the rest of the country, things are slowly opening back up bit by bit. But if you just walk into your building after six to eight+ weeks, turn on all your technology and think… Continue reading Important Tech Concerns When You Reopen Your Office After 6-8 Weeks

It’s no surprise that phishing remains one of the biggest problems that companies face. Phishing attacks are responsible for a majority of data breaches and other cybersecurity incidents that happen around the world. And things have been getting worse. Here are a few recent indicators that not only does phishing remain strong, but that it’s… Continue reading Stop Spammers from Spoofing Your Email & Stop Blocked Message Problems at the Same Time

No matter what industry you work in – legal, accounting, retail, or something else – document security can quickly become an issue. How do you ensure sensitive documents aren’t accidentally emailed to the wrong person or that confidential files can’t be copied? If you’re just using folder security at the basic level in your cloud services,… Continue reading Smart Tips for Using Office 365 Sensitivity Labels for Document Security

There are a number of factors that make this new “stay at home” environment a particularly vulnerable one when it comes to cybersecurity. One of those factors is that thousands of people in the Greater Houston area and throughout the country are working from home for the first time. This is the result of companies… Continue reading Phishing Attacks Have Risen 667% Due to COVID-19 Scams (Phishing Safety)

Some companies take an “If it’s not broke, don’t replace it” approach to their computers. Even though they may be past the average 5-year mark for replacement, they want to get as many years out of them as possible before having to purchase new ones. But just because a computer “technically” works, doesn’t mean it’s… Continue reading Is Hanging on to Old Computers Too Long Costing Your Company?

Business continuity and disaster planning is all about being prepared in the case of unexpected work-altering events. The coronavirus pandemic is one that definitely fits that definition. Here in Houston, bars have just been closed and restaurants are now takeout/pickup only. With local governments around the country closing schools and asking people to shelter in… Continue reading 5 Tips for a Successful Remote Workforce Transition During the Coronavirus Pandemic

What would you do if you had an unexpected flood or fire at your office? What if a strong storm caused the power to go out for days? Those types of disasters, whether natural or manmade, can be devastating to a business if they don’t have a disaster recovery plan. A surprising 75% of small businesses haven’t… Continue reading What is Your Disaster Plan If Something Happens to Your Office