AI and other business technologies that can revolutionize your operations continue to evolve at breakneck speeds. So, as 2026 approaches, small and mid-sized businesses that prepare early for emerging IT trends will be better positioned to compete, stay secure, and grow efficiently.

As the year winds down, it’s the perfect time to step back and make sure your IT environment is ready for the coming year, so you aren’t caught off guard. For small and medium-sized businesses, an end-of-year IT review is particularly important because of tight budgets and limited resources, so you want to make sure […]

For many small and mid-sized businesses, the year’s end brings a surge in IT issues that can quickly derail productivity. Fewer staff on hand, higher online activity, pressure to hit annual targets, and increased cyber threats during the holidays all contribute to greater downtime risk.

The companies that make your software and hardware are constantly deploying updates to stay one step ahead of cybercriminals, so keeping your systems current is one of the most effective ways to prevent attacks. Unfortunately, these constant updates can get in the way of productivity, making you choose between getting work done and staying safe.

Remote work is great during the holiday season, as you can travel and attend family gatherings without burning through PTO. However, it also brings increased cybersecurity risks. Employees working while on the road face unique challenges that can expose your business to data breaches, compromised accounts, and malware infections.

Instead of owning expensive hardware, software, and systems, small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) can leverage Technology-as-a-Service (TaaS) procurement models. These models unlock enterprise-grade capabilities that are more affordable and flexible for companies that would have been priced out of these advanced technologies and services not long ago.

A security operations center (SOC) monitors, detects, and responds to security incidents 24/7, ensuring that attacks are stopped before they disrupt your business. It’s a highly effective tool for preventing disastrous cyberattacks, but for many small and mid-sized businesses, cost becomes a concern.

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 […]