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Mike Brattain: Apr 1, 2024 9:29:02 AM
Cyber insurance has emerged as a crucial component of risk management, offering financial protection against the potentially devastating consequences of cyberattacks. However, obtaining and maintaining effective cyber insurance coverage can be...
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Gerardo Lopez: Mar 28, 2024 6:00:00 AM
Exploring its Key Modules for Business Success with Support from Systems X Optimizing the supply chain is an undeniable priority in the manufacturing industry. In this...
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Luis Enrique Moya: Mar 13, 2024 8:00:00 AM
Plex is highly capable of managing user control plans under the statutes and requirements set by AIAG, which is a standardization body governing industries.
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Gerardo Lopez: Mar 5, 2024 9:23:05 AM
In the intricate world of manufacturing, the supply chain is the pulsating heart that drives efficiency and business success. In this scenario, proper supply chain management...
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Mike Brattain: Mar 1, 2024 5:00:00 AM
The role of technology in driving your organization’s success cannot be overstated. As a business owner or IT manager, you rely on your IT support partner to keep your...
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Mike Brattain: Jan 31, 2024 11:45:00 PM
What an incredible journey it has been for business owners and managers in recent years, whether navigating through success or battling for every business opportunity. The...
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Mike Brattain: Dec 31, 2023 11:45:00 PM
Simple antivirus programs are so 2023. In 2024, businesses will face sophisticated cyber threats, including ransomware, phishing attacks, and advanced persistent threats...
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Mike Brattain: Dec 1, 2023 8:00:00 AM
The threat of ransomware looms large over businesses across various industries, with the latest insights from the Verizon 2023 Data Breach Investigations Report underscoring...
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Mike Brattain: Oct 30, 2023 10:26:48 AM
Organizations today are facing an intricate and multifaceted threat environment that requires a continuous commitment of both human resources and financial assets. These...
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Mike Brattain: Sep 29, 2023 11:15:49 AM
The level of cybersecurity training provided to your employees can make or break your organization's defenses. Your staff, being the frontline guardians of your information...
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Mike Brattain: Aug 31, 2023 11:45:07 AM
As cyber liability insurance becomes a necessity for all organizations, insurers have taken proactive steps to ensure their policyholders are adequately protected. One such...
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Mike Brattain: Jul 28, 2023 11:35:34 AM
Managed IT service solutions are revolutionizing the business landscape. By 2025, more than 60% of organizations will rely on these providers to manage their IT...
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Rebecca Bridges: Jul 9, 2023 8:15:00 PM
Organizations must optimize processes and improve operational efficiency for sustainable growth in today's competitive landscape. Value stream mapping (VSM) is a proven...
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Mike Brattain: Jul 1, 2023 5:00:00 AM
Organizations are striving to build trust with their customers by demonstrating their commitment to cybersecurity. One effective way to establish this trust is through cyber...
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Mike Brattain: Jun 1, 2023 10:02:24 AM
Picture this: you've got a booming business with employees and customers scattered all around the country. They all rely on your top-notch tools and products to get their...
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Mike Brattain: Apr 28, 2023 2:52:47 PM
Unfortunately, many businesses still view cybersecurity as an optional expense rather than a critical investment. But with cybercriminals always on the lookout for new...
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Mike Brattain: Apr 1, 2023 9:00:00 AM
Every business needs technology, from the C-Suite down to tech support. We all know how it goes: over budget now, pay more later - tech spend adds up fast. That's why the...
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Joseph Ugalde: Mar 1, 2023 9:00:00 AM
In the digital age, cybersecurity poses a paramount concern for business owners. With the increasing frequency of cyber threats, it has become imperative for companies to...
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Joseph Ugalde: Feb 1, 2023 8:45:00 AM
Let's face it; no company, large or small, is immune to cyber threats. With the global annual cost of cybercrime predicted to top $8 trillion in 2023, it's easy to see why...
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Joseph Ugalde: Jan 3, 2023 8:15:00 AM
Being able to overcome challenges is one of the keys to success in business. Technology challenges are no exception. Efficiently dealing with technical problems that affect...
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Joseph Ugalde: Dec 1, 2022 8:48:00 AM
A cybersecurity strategy is a plan that organizations leverage to improve security. It is a top-down approach that outlines how an organization secures data and information...
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Mike Brattain: Nov 3, 2022 10:43:54 AM
You may have heard that having an in-house IT department can be costly and that outsourcing is often more advantageous. But what does that really mean for your business?
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Joseph Ugalde: Oct 3, 2022 8:20:01 AM
Nothing is unhackable... This is the one thing we have learned from the decades-long war between the system builders and the hacker "community."
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Joseph Ugalde: Sep 3, 2022 1:18:05 PM
In today's fast-moving modern world, Cyber-attacks have become an increasingly potent threat to businesses of all sizes.
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Joseph Ugalde: Jul 29, 2022 2:05:33 PM
Data breaches are becoming prevalent, affecting most businesses and compromising more data every day. In 2021 alone, over 4000 data breaches were publicly disclosed,...
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Mike Brattain: Jul 1, 2022 6:33:00 AM
For many businesses, the challenge of managing technology priorities can be menacing. A common approach is to shift some or all of the IT responsibilities to an IT management...
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Joseph Ugalde: Jun 1, 2022 6:15:00 AM
Enterprise Resource Planning systems, more commonly known as ERP systems, have become indispensable to users worldwide in the past decade. It’s a hugely efficient way to...
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Mike Brattain: May 3, 2022 9:25:38 AM
Running your business is more than just addressing customer needs. You have to make sure you’re in a secure spot to do so. Businesses are constantly trying to keep risk at...
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Joseph Ugalde: Mar 28, 2022 11:30:33 AM
Email communication is now what makes the world go ‘round. While the pandemic has exacerbated the need for online communication channels, email has been highly reliable for...
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Mike Brattain: Feb 25, 2022 4:54:02 PM
Keeping your business safe isn’t usually a single step. It’s a series of vital steps designed to build a barricade around you and your most vital information.
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Karen Kiewski: Feb 15, 2022 2:54:47 PM
The foundation to a productive business is a complex one. You need several skills working in tandem to execute several tasks on a regular basis.
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Joseph Ugalde: Jan 3, 2022 5:00:00 AM
With everyone growing increasingly reliant on technology and the digital realm gaining so much power over the physical realm, the concept of cybersecurity has never been more...
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Rubens Perdomo: Dec 9, 2021 11:00:09 AM
For businesses to function effectively in the current era of massive market competition, it’s essential that they actively utilize the best, most advanced technologies to...
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Joseph Ugalde: Nov 30, 2021 4:43:30 PM
In the current era of digital supremacy and with countless businesses and organizations entirely reliant on a vast array of online services to properly function, the issue of...
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Joseph Ugalde: Nov 5, 2021 12:26:51 PM
Cybercrime is having a truly major impact on the global economy, a new report has claimed. According to McAfee, in 2018, cybercrime cost the global economy more than $600...
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Mike Brattain: Oct 25, 2021 10:44:21 AM
Data breaches continue to dominate headlines around the world. In 2019, 88% of organizations worldwide experienced a type of spear-phishing. Also, according to Inc.com, 60%...
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Karen Kiewski: Oct 4, 2021 7:00:00 AM
In 2020, there were approximately 304 million ransomware attacks worldwide. These types of attacks are an ongoing growing threat for business owners. All it takes is a single...
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Karen Kiewski: Sep 20, 2021 9:31:57 AM
Approximately 74% of organizations in the United States experienced a successful phishing attack last year. Cybercrime has cost individuals and U.S. businesses about $4.2...
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Karen Kiewski: Aug 20, 2021 10:58:29 AM
What is Cybersecurity Risk Management? Cybersecurity risk management is a specialized practice that prioritizes defensive measures for cybersecurity designed to address...
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Mike Brattain: Aug 13, 2021 3:01:38 PM
What is VoIP? VoIP is a basic acronym that stands for the phrase "voice over internet protocol." Phones that feature VoIP capabilities serve as specialized communication...
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Mike Brattain: Jun 30, 2021 9:16:00 AM
The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is the major new security standard that companies in the defense industrial base (DIB)—and businesses that work with...
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Karen Kiewski: Jun 9, 2021 5:00:00 PM
If you’ve been researching how to meet certain compliance standards, you may have come across the acronym “POA&M” a few times by now. Or, this may be your first time seeing...
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Rubens Perdomo: May 28, 2021 12:22:37 PM
Technology is a core part of many modern businesses. Manufacturing is no exception. In fact, highly successful manufacturers are often dependent on enterprise software to...
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Karen Kiewski: May 26, 2021 3:00:00 PM
Every business today relies on technology and information for every business process. Regardless of industry, tech drives business results. However, this reliance on...
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Rubens Perdomo: May 20, 2021 5:00:00 PM
Every modern business faces some form of IT risk. From the smallest “mom and pop” store to the largest multinational conglomerates, there are always threats to the...
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Rubens Perdomo: May 18, 2021 2:00:00 PM
Change is an inevitability in business. Eventually, an organization will reach a point where they need to make changes to gain a competitive advantage or at least avoid...
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Mike Brattain: May 14, 2021 10:33:56 AM
Managed service providers (MSPs) provide critical technology services to companies of all sizes and industries. From managing cloud servers, to running software updates,...
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Mike Brattain: May 11, 2021 9:02:06 AM
For any modern business, cybersecurity is a critical issue. Whether the company needs to meet special industry regulations, thwart the countless cyber threats found online,...
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Rubens Perdomo: May 7, 2021 9:00:00 AM
Budgets are a key part of the effective management of any business. Being able to control spending and prioritize what should or shouldn’t receive funding is crucial for...
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Karen Kiewski: May 5, 2021 7:25:57 AM
Technology is a cornerstone of modern business. IT systems play a key role in most business processes these days. To keep up with new technological developments and stay...
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Mike Brattain: Apr 29, 2021 2:00:00 PM
Companies in all industries rely heavily on technology to help with their day-to-day operations. From office workflow management tools to accounting software, employee...
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Rubens Perdomo: Apr 27, 2021 10:00:00 AM
Information technology (IT) is an integral part of modern business. Virtually no company in any industry could hope to compete without having the advantage of the IT...
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Mike Brattain: Apr 22, 2021 9:54:03 AM
With the phased rollout of the U.S. Department of Defense’s (DoD’s) new Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements, many defense contractors are...
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Karen Kiewski: Apr 20, 2021 10:00:00 AM
IT plays a critical role in modern businesses. Technology solutions empower almost every business process in some way—whether directly or indirectly. However, in many...
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Karen Kiewski: Apr 15, 2021 10:00:00 AM
Many businesses have to work hard to meet different security compliance standards. From DoD contractors who have to meet NIST 800-171 and the Cybersecurity Maturity Model...
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Rubens Perdomo: Apr 14, 2021 7:30:00 AM
Every business has different needs. Sometimes, to meet these needs, a company decides to hire a software engineer or development team to produce a custom software solution...
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Rubens Perdomo: Apr 8, 2021 2:52:51 PM
In any organization, achieving greater efficiency is an ever-present goal. Greater efficiency helps businesses be more competitive—getting work done faster and with fewer...
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Mike Brattain: Apr 2, 2021 3:22:08 PM
For defense contractors and the companies that work with them, compliance with U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) cybersecurity requirements can mean the difference between...
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Mike Brattain: Mar 25, 2021 11:00:00 AM
For any organization, communication is key. Whether it’s between internal users (employees) or employees and customers, being able to communicate easily and effectively can...
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Karen Kiewski: Mar 23, 2021 9:42:45 AM
In November of 2020, the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) rolled out the interim rule for the cybersecurity maturity model certification (CMMC). This is a major rule change...
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Karen Kiewski: Mar 10, 2021 10:00:00 AM
Modern businesses have to meet a lot of different regulatory compliance standards—and the specific standards they need to meet may vary depending on their industry and target...
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Rubens Perdomo: Feb 23, 2021 12:16:00 PM
Cloud computing and cloud-based services are a cornerstone of modern business IT infrastructure. At this point, it’s probably harder to find an organization that isn’t using...
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Mike Brattain: Feb 17, 2021 5:30:00 PM
Some of the big questions different organizations have about their IT are often about the need for regulatory compliance and for strong IT security. Sometimes, there’s a bit...
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Rubens Perdomo: Feb 9, 2021 10:30:00 AM
Outsourcing is a fairly common business practice these days. Many companies outsource certain functions to a third party so they can focus on their core business activities....
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Karen Kiewski: Feb 2, 2021 9:27:00 AM
Data migration can be an important part of a business’ IT operations—helping ensure that users within the organization (or its customer base) have access to the data they...
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Karen Kiewski: Jan 26, 2021 10:00:00 AM
Modern technology has introduced a number of conveniences for both individuals and businesses. However, as many of the top online breaches of recent memory highlight cyber...
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Mike Brattain: Jan 19, 2021 10:00:00 AM
“What does MSP stand for?” While many business owners are probably familiar with the term by now, for those who may not know, MSP is an acronym for “managed service...
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Rubens Perdomo: Jan 12, 2021 1:15:00 PM
IT tech support can be an invaluable resource for people who need help with technical issues—such as troubleshooting bugs in their favorite software, running security checks...
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Rebecca Bridges: Jan 5, 2021 12:15:00 PM
For any business process, being able to determine the return on investment (ROI) can be crucial. Money spent on IT solutions and project management is no exception. Tracking...
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Mike Brattain: Dec 29, 2020 8:30:00 AM
IT management has become an integral part of many companies operating strategies. Modern organizations are incredibly reliant on IT to cover core functions—everything from...
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Rubens Perdomo: Dec 22, 2020 12:30:00 PM
IT operations are an indispensable part of modern business. Companies rely on IT solutions for coordinating employees, managing interactions with customers, tracking payroll,...
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Mike Brattain: Oct 15, 2020 9:00:00 AM
Remote work arrangements seem like they are here to stay, but are they feasible? Before the pandemic, only a handful of companies advocated for a remote workforce. 43% of US...
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Rebecca Bridges: Aug 12, 2020 9:15:00 AM
ERP implementations are large-scale change-events that impact your entire organization. Finding the right ERP partner can help you successfully navigate this initiative while...
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Josh Mitchell: Jul 1, 2020 12:31:15 PM
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Mike Brattain: Jun 10, 2020 10:19:01 AM
By now, you have seen the acronym CMMC and may be wondering what it means for your company - this article should help. We are going to explain what an IT Service Provider can...
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Rebecca Bridges: Apr 6, 2020 12:58:00 PM
When embarking on implementing a new cloud-based ERP system, several factors that can impact the success of the project. Getting off on the right foot can positively impact...
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Rebecca Bridges: Mar 23, 2020 2:30:00 PM
After making a decision to implement a new ERP system, it is easy to rush into configuration and implementation. Oftentimes, this rush of excitement results in over-looking,...
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Mike Brattain: Feb 24, 2020 11:30:00 AM
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Mike Brattain: Jan 23, 2020 8:45:00 AM
Manufacturers in Michigan are facing a cyber threat they may not have considered. Large companies may begin to feel quite secure about cybersecurity. It is easy to see why....
