If your first reaction when you receive a Zoom meeting invitation is a bored, indifferent, or anxious “not again…”, you’re not alone. Virtual meetings can sometimes feel like a lengthy in-person meeting that could have been an email. However, there are instances where virtual meetings are necessary, such as when urgent or highly sensitive matters […]
Make your Zoom meetings more engaging with these tips
Here’s why your SMB needs a business continuity plan
A variety of untoward events can disrupt the operations of small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs), including natural disasters or cyberattacks. These incidents can cause SMBS to lose revenue, or in some extreme cases, close permanently. Fortunately, having a concrete business continuity plan (BCP) in place will help your business recover quickly after a disaster.
It’s time to rethink your password strategy
In 2003, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) stated that strong passwords should consist of upper- and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols. However, the institute has now reversed its stance. Find out why and learn what their new recommendations are.
5 Signs your current managed IT services provider is no longer good for you
Managed IT services providers (MSPs) deliver an array of IT solutions to businesses of all types and sizes. They are an ideal partner for companies looking to improve their services without having to worry about system failures, downtimes, and outages, as well as those wanting to accelerate business growth using technology.
Are you HIPAA-compliant? 4 Things to look into
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations pertaining to IT have become much clearer over the past few years, but there are still a few areas in which your office might not be compliant. This isn’t necessarily because of negligence on your part, but rather a lack of understanding of the requirements.
Why you should update your firmware
These days, cyberattacks are inevitable for any and all businesses, regardless of size or sector. Businesses that use computers with outdated firmware are particularly vulnerable to an attack and all the security risks associated with it. What is firmware? Firmware is a basic type of software that is embedded into every hardware component in computers, […]
4 Simple ways to keep your workers motivated
Well-motivated employees can drive your business to achieve bigger and better things. According to a study by Gallup, organizations with high employee engagement were 18% more productive and 23% more profitable compared to less engaged workforces. Yet, many businesses still struggle to keep workers motivated.
Take notes the modern way with OneNote
Note-taking is a vital skill in life. Whether you’re in a board meeting, conference, or lecture, you’re bound to list, quote, or summarize certain points in order to recall and better understand them later. Thanks to new technologies, you now have more ways to take notes than just using pen and paper.
What is single sign-on and what are its benefits?
Secure logins are a necessity in business, but managing so many user credentials can get tedious. The good news is that you can simplify your organization’s login processes without compromising security by deploying single sign-on. What is single sign-on (SSO)? Single sign-on allows you to use one username and one password to provide secure access […]