Cloud computing gives small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) access to enterprise-level tools without the need for costly on-premises infrastructure. But while the cloud promises scalability and flexibility, it also introduces a new challenge: managing unpredictable costs.

A layered security strategy that uses multiple tools and controls is essential for all modern companies, including small and mid-sized businesses. Two of the most important components of a multilayered cybersecurity approach are intrusion detection systems (IDS) and the intrusion prevention systems (IPS).  While they sound similar, these systems play distinct roles in both detecting […]

Choosing a managed IT services provider (MSP) is a significant and continuous investment for any business. To get the best ROI, you need to regularly evaluate your MSP’s performance so you can confirm whether they are delivering on their promises.  The best way to do this is by tracking the right key performance indicators (KPIs). […]

Your managed IT services provider (MSP) plays a major role in keeping your business running smoothly, but as your company grows, your IT demands evolve. The level of services they provide may have worked well for you in the past, but now that your needs are different, they might no longer meet your performance, security, […]

Your office is more connected now than ever, so even if you don’t operate a remote or hybrid work environment, your employees need to access business networks and communications via smart phone. While it may be cheaper and convenient, using personal phones in this capacity comes with hidden dangers that can put sensitive company data […]

Cybersecurity threats continue to evolve, becoming more sophisticated, targeted, and difficult to detect. As a result, relying on basic tools or periodic security checks is no longer enough, not even for small to medium-sized businesses. A security operations center (SOC) offers a proactive, always-on approach to monitoring, detecting, and responding to threats, and fortunately, it’s […]

When it comes to office networks, hybrid cloud solutions can be best of both worlds: all the advantages of the cloud without sacrificing the control you get with on-premises infrastructure. Instead of committing entirely to a public or private cloud, a hybrid cloud strategy utilizes both environments, allowing data and applications to move seamlessly between […]

Do you know that sinking feeling when an unexpected server failure blows your quarterly budget, or when your team spends more time wrestling outdated software than driving growth? For many small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), this is the reality of the endless, expensive cycle of buying, maintaining, and replacing technology.

  When backing up your business’s data to the cloud, one of the most important concepts to understand is the shared responsibility model. This idea defines the division of security and compliance duties between you, the cloud customer, and your cloud service provider (CSP). Many small businesses assume that CSPs are required to handle all […]