In today's digital landscape, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), driven by digital transformation and cybersecurity needs, heavily rely on Managed IT Service Providers (MSPs). The crucial question is whether your current MSP can propel your organization forward in this fast-paced environment. With varying capabilities in the MSP market, evaluating your provider is pivotal for strategic decision-making.
Security, compatibility, and compliance are the biggest threats that result from not keeping your technology current, also known as technical debt. These problems can occur by running software and hardware past the point of manufacturer support (end-of-life systems and software), putting your business at unnecessary risk.
When considering a managed service provider (MSP) for your business, it's important to evaluate their approach to securing sensitive data. Conducting due diligence to ensure that the MSP has the necessary controls in place to protect your sensitive information is highly recommended.
What is a culture of productivity? This is a fair question, and the answer is not so simple. There are many aspects to building a robust culture of productivity. But if you are imagining an efficiency expert patrolling your office with a stopwatch, that's not quite what we mean.
Cyberattacks are on the rise. The Identity Theft Resource Center recently reported an annual all-time high in data compromises through the third quarter of this year1. The increase in cyber incidents means cybercriminals are sure to continue plaguing businesses well into the future. Consequently, cyber insurance coverage is now critical for small to medium-sized businesses (SMB) and is a key facet of any good defense strategy that prioritizes cyber resilience. Having this financial safety net in the event of a breach transfers a significant portion of the risk, ensuring you can cover the costs of recovery and remediation.
Today's rapid advancement of technology is opening up endless opportunities for business growth and innovation. This constant evolution is reshaping how companies operate, compete, and cater to customers. With technological advancements showing no signs of slowing down, how can your business find ways to stay current on emerging technologies and improve operational excellence with technology?
Microsoft is officially retiring Stream (Classic) in April 2024 and replacing it with Stream (on SharePoint). Companies should begin migrating important content out of Stream (Classic) now, as Microsoft warns any content remaining in Stream (Classic) after its retirement date will be deleted.
