Average Cost of Data Loss & Data Center Outages Data integrity and accessibility are critical pieces of strategy and infrastructure for modern business. Every company employee relies on access to job-specific information available within seconds. When data centers fail or security breaches expose private information, the cost is astronomical and grows from year to year. […]
The Biggest Hacks & Data Breaches of 2021 More than 1,700 publicly reported data breaches occurred in the first half of 2021, exposing 18.8 billion pieces of information, according to a report issued by cybersecurity company Risk Based Security Inc. The effects of a cyberattack can ripple for years, leading to a wide range of […]
Data loss is one of the biggest risks small- to medium-sized businesses face in their longevity and survival. With 93% of businesses experiencing major data losses going out of business within 5 years and 1 in 2 SMBs facing a cyberattack costing on average $149,000, more and more companies are working to improve their data […]
6 Questions Law Firms Should Ask about Data Backup & Disaster Recovery How many files, programs, and communication records does your law firm use on a daily basis to complete your work? It’s likely dozens, if not hundreds. What would you do if suddenly all or most of those files and programs were wiped clean […]
What is Cloud Computing? “Cloud computing” is a phrase many of us hear but may not understand. This is because it encompasses several different systems and services, making it feel ambiguous or confusing. In this article, we share a simple definition of cloud computing, examples of computing, and discuss why companies use cloud computing. Simple […]
Shared Services vs Managed Services: A Side-by-Side Comparison of the Two Business Models Every business needs a strong support system to help steer it toward success. Whether you run a large tech firm or a small local business, finding a powerful team of skilled professionals to back your company can help it rise to new […]
The Differences Between Outsourcing and Managed Services Providers As your company grows, your IT Department may end up stretched too thin, or unable to keep up with the everchanging threats of hackers and intrusion. From blind spots to infrastructure failure and application monitoring, these disruptions can significantly impact your ability to run your business. These […]
Developing a Successful Business Intelligence Strategy Running a business in the modern world is full of constantly evolving and dynamic challenges. It can become overwhelming quickly. The maintenance of operations is a complex task that leaves little time for generating insights imperative for gaining a successful edge in competitive markets. But businesses of all sizes—SMEs […]
Understanding NIST Compliance & Its Benefits From small businesses to large corporations, cybersecurity remains a top priority. Security protocols are not the exclusive interest of government agencies or international companies. The risk to sensitive information and business interests has developed into a wide-reaching concern. For these reasons, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), […]
Everything You Need to Know About IT Consulting Businesses and organizations often hire IT consultants to help manage and improve their IT services. An IT consultant works with information technology systems to help companies manage, optimize, and automate tasks through technology. Is it worth investing in an IT consultant? Improving your IT services can help […]