Generally, we like to make the argument that nothing about your small business is too small. We do say it a lot in relation to cybersecurity — no size of business is immune. Yet, there is the chance your IT budget is too small. Consider these indicators that you might need to invest more inContinue reading “Signs You Aren’t Budgeting Enough for IT”
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Business Continuity vs. Disaster Recovery: What’s the Difference?
The risk of cyberattack is still growing globally, and no business is too small to hack or breach. It’s important to plan for business continuity and disaster recovery, and to do so in advance so you’re prepared for the worst. But first, you’ll need to understand the difference between the two. Some use business continuityContinue reading “Business Continuity vs. Disaster Recovery: What’s the Difference?”
Why Adopt a Comprehensive Backup and BCDR Strategy
Being a business owner is challenging. You have to deal with multiple problems at once and effectively solve each of those. You also need to have the foresight to arm your business with the right tools and solutions to deal with any issues that might arise later. One such issue that you must always focusContinue reading “Why Adopt a Comprehensive Backup and BCDR Strategy”
Data Loss Disasters Come in Many Forms
If we’ve learned anything from the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s that we don’t have it all figured out. Not only are we vulnerable as a species, but so are the systems, processes and devices we’ve built. Natural and human-made disasters as well as other contingencies can still cause significant damage and bring businesses to a grindingContinue reading “Data Loss Disasters Come in Many Forms”
Business Continuity Plan 101
If you want your business to remain competitive even during a business disruption, you need to self-reflect. What’s your plan against the unexpected? The truth is, numerous threats can halt your business operations at any time. If your employees cannot quickly pivot to ensure business continuity, you won’t just struggle with competition, but with survival.Continue reading “Business Continuity Plan 101”
How Can Cyber Resilience Protect SMBs?
Small and Medium Businesses (SMBs) usually invest less in cybersecurity, making them easier targets for cybercriminals. Close to 30% of businesses experience a cyberattack at least once per week.1 The need for constant vigilance and defense against hackers has led many SMBs to complicate cybersecurity matters. Though the percentage of businesses that have adopted formal,Continue reading “How Can Cyber Resilience Protect SMBs?”
The Value of Virtual Machines for Your Business
You invest a lot of time researching the best technology for your business. Your Apple computers work well for your needs, plus, the sleek desktops look great in client-visible locations. Yet occasionally, something comes up that you can’t do on an iMac. It doesn’t work on the Mac operating systems (OSs); only on Windows. That’sContinue reading “The Value of Virtual Machines for Your Business”
Why Law Firms Need Managed Services
The law industry isn’t known for embracing change quickly: tradition can trump a willingness to embrace new technologies. Yet digital technology has become an essential part of many lawyers’ working day. Partnering with a managed service provider (MSP) provides support and enhanced cybersecurity during this evolution. Lawyers rely on technology today to: communicate with colleaguesContinue reading “Why Law Firms Need Managed Services”
7 Things Lawyers Gain from Workflow Automation
There is always information being collected and shared at a law firm. Files go between employees and back and forth among clients, too, and these can contain critical data. One mistake could cost the firm money – and reputation. Workflow automation technology tackles document sharing and data collection to offer several benefits. #1 ImprovedContinue reading “7 Things Lawyers Gain from Workflow Automation”
E-accounting: Top 3 Considerations for Online Client Meetings
Many businesses were teleconferencing before COVID-19. After all, meeting virtually saves both you and your client time, and busy business owners often don’t want to spend the time to make a trip to your office. The coronavirus has hastened the move to e-accounting, but this approach presents some new problems, which we’ll address in thisContinue reading “E-accounting: Top 3 Considerations for Online Client Meetings”