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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

Cloud adoption has skyrocketed in the last 5 years as businesses have discovered the magic combination of lower costs and more capabilities by moving their work processes and software to cloud-based services. The Cloud is the perfect example of how technology can improve a company’s productivity and capabilities at the same time as making their… Continue reading 6 Compelling Reasons to Put Your Business Phone System in the Cloud

It’s all too easy to put off getting managed backups – until it’s too late and your business data has disappeared. Despite the proven pain of data loss, many small to medium businesses (SMBs) continue to stick their heads in the sand when thinking about the need for backup. Don’t fall prey to these common… Continue reading How Managed Backups Can Save Your Business and Money in the Long Run

One of the hottest sale items on the Dark Web are login credentials. Those user name and password combinations can get a hacker anywhere from $12 to $120 each, and Office 365 login credentials are among the most lucrative. One of the most important best practices when it comes to cybersecurity is to ensure you’re using… Continue reading Why You Should Be Using Multi-Factor Authentication with Office 365

Companies trying to reduce their costs often cut corners in various areas. They may handle their own social media account rather than hiring an outside consultant and may try to deal with IT maintenance and security on their own. While some budget-conscious decisions are frugal, others can actually cost you more than the alternative, and… Continue reading 5 Important Ways that a Managed Services Provider Can Save Your Business Money