An unexpected computer shutdown or slow computer can ruin your day, especially for small companies dealing with outdated technology. While extending its life may seem cost-effective at first, the costs often outweigh its potential benefits in the end.

Due to technological issues, such as outdated laptops and slow PCs, small businesses may lose up to 98 hours annually, which equates to 12 working days lost.

An IT refreshment plan is vitally important. It ensures your team operates smoothly, prevents unscheduled breakdowns and keeps you secure.

Refresh strategies can save time, money, and stress over time whether or not they are outsourced to managed IT services providers.

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Right? Most likely you opened the email sent from Microsoft without hesitation or hesitation.

Microsoft is an esteemed brand. They are one of the largest and most dependable tech companies worldwide.

What happens if the email you received does not originate from Microsoft?

Cyber criminals use trusted brands such as Microsoft to deceive victims. According to reports, Microsoft is the company most frequently impersonated around the world.

According to a new study, 36% of brand related phishing attacks that took place early 2025 involved impersonating Microsoft.

Google and Apple were closely trailed, accounting for more than half of all phishing scams worldwide.

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An awkward first day at a new office can be stressful and embarrassing; having to fill out forms, ask for directions, and stare blankly at a computer without your login credentials can be daunting and demoralizing - this experience should never happen!

Gallup research reveals that only 1/12 employees strongly feel their company excels in onboarding new employees, suggesting an opportunity to improve with better IT solutions.

Use IT solutions to turn a chaotic first day for both employees and HR into an enjoyable, professional and friendly experience.

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The initial 90 days of any new job are essential, according to SHRM; nearly one third of employees leave within six month...

Cloud computing can either be your greatest advantage or greatest burden. From deploying apps and scaling infrastructure, to receiving an unexpected cloud invoice that puts a financial strain on your budget - cloud computing has many uses that could either help or harm you.

Does this sound familiar? Unfortunately, this is an all too familiar problem for businesses. According to research conducted by Nextwork, cloud spending worldwide will increase by 21.5% by 2025 over 2024.

Cloud services offer small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) a powerful mix of enterprise-grade tools, flexibility, and scalability that is invaluable to success in today's environment. Without effective management howev...

What would you do if tomorrow your entire data were to disappear?

While you might be able to recover from such an event, will it bring your business to a halt? Data is integral to every small business; from customer records and financial documents to communications files and product files. Unfortunately, data security often receives low priority.

According to FEMA's statistics, 40% of small businesses never reopen following a disaster and another 25% close within a year due to insufficient preparation. That's an astounding 65% failure rate due to insufficient planning. Luckily, you don't require an expensive IT team or large budget in order to protect your data from disasters; all it takes is...

Over the past several years, remote work has experienced dramatic transformation. What began as a temporary solution to keep operations running during global disruption is now part of many organizations' everyday operating practices - especially small businesses.

In today's fast-changing digital environment, outdated security protocols or good intentions alone cannot ensure compliance or compete effectively against threats that emerge quickly. Your security measures need to adapt as fast as they do so that they remain compliant and relevant in order to stay compliant and competitive.

This article will review the most advanced and up-to-date remote work security solutions for 2025. These strate...

Finding the appropriate cloud solution can be like selecting an expensive pair of shoes: there are so many choices, all promising to be the best. But any miscalculation could result in lost money, compromised data or productivity setbacks; especially so for small business owners - who often face greater stakes when making decisions related to cloud solutions.

This comprehensive guide will assist in selecting a cloud solution tailored specifically to the unique requirements of your business, whether it is new or experienced professionals.

Why Should Small Businesses Contemplate Cloud Storage?

Digital transformation has had a dramatic impact on business operations. Now more than ever before, cl...

How much would fraud cost your business?

Fraud can often be associated with large companies. It usually involves thousands of employees and teams dedicated to security.

Fraud is an ever-increasing threat for companies of all sizes; small and midsized businesses being particularly at risk.

Why?

A lot of companies don't provide equal resources, protection measures or formal training to their workers as large corporations do.

Identity fraud refers to someone impersonating someone they trust (like your staff member, supplier or customer) with the intention of stealing money, accessing sensitive data or breaching systems.

As soon as a user submits login credentials for use by cybercriminals to gain e...

Have you ever noticed how just when you thought your cybersecurity had reached peak efficiency, something new arises to cause issues?

Right now, this is exactly the situation.

An increasingly widespread scam is targeting businesses just like yours.

What are the drawbacks to it all?

Cybercriminals don't even need your password!

Scary... Device code phishing has quickly become more and more widespread and prevalent. Microsoft recently issued an alert about an increasing wave of attacks, so we should expect more to come.

This phishing scam differs from others you have likely come across. Phishing is an attempt to trick people into giving their usernames and passwords away to fake websites by offering...

Cyber threats for small businesses operating in an increasingly digitalized world are no abstract worries; they're an everyday reality with serious financial and reputational repercussions from scams or ransomware attacks resulting from cyber security vulnerabilities. Cyber insurance policies have become more popular as a way to manage these risks more effectively.

Cyber insurance policies vary significantly. Business owners may think they're covered, only to discover (all too late!) that their policy falls short. This blog will outline what's typically covered and how best to select an effective cyber policy policy.

Cyber insurance has never been more essential. Hackers no longer only target ...