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Making the case for managed services

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  Unlocking business success with managed IT services. Technology never stops evolving. From cloud computing to data encryption to the Internet of Things (IoT) and artificial intelligence (AI), companies across all industries increasingly rely on technology for business success—and basic day-to-day operations. All these advancements also lead to complex IT issues. Infrastructure requirements increase as a client base grows. Remote employees using their own devices can pose serious security risks. And without dedicated IT departments, many growing businesses struggle to solve the inevitable problems that arise with sophisticated computers, interconnected networks, and digital threats. This is where trusted IT support becomes incredibly important. A business partner with expertise in the field can offer invaluable support to organizations of all sizes. But what exactly are the benefits of managed services, and why should your organization care? With reliable managed services, businesses

What Are The Top 5 Cybersecurity Threats

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  Check how hackers use remote work and human error to steal your corporate data Since the beginning of the pandemic, there has been an increase in  cybersecurity complaints  to the FBI. In 2020, the global losses from cybercrime enhanced to $1 trillion. According to the World Economic Forum report of last year-  “Global Risks Report 2020”  mentioned that the possibilities of catching and prosecuting a cybercriminal are negligible (0.05%). In the current scenario, business awareness and resilience is the key to protecting sensitive data and avoiding breaches. With the increase of remote work culture and dependence on digital devices, cyber threats are getting more intense and sophisticated. Here are the top 5 the most damaging ways for enterprises in the past two years. Ransomware Ransomware is a new threat as these attacks skyrocketed last year. According to the study ransomware incidents increased by 435% over 2019; which cost $440,750 on average. Due to this increasing number, Ranso

How Can a Cybersecurity Assessment Help Your Business?

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  Identifying Vulnerabilities and Risks to Keep Your Company Safe The cybersecurity landscape changes every day. New data hacks and information breaches impact millions of unsuspecting consumers. Fresh viruses and ransomware strains infiltrate our inboxes. Malicious web ads and fake security updates redirect everyday clicks to suspicious websites. Passwords are stolen, login credentials are compromised, and data backups are lost—and many of us never think twice about it, convinced that we’ll never be affected. Why do so many well-meaning people make so many cybersecurity mistakes, over and over again? Because most of us don’t know we’re exposing ourselves to digital danger—or we don’t understand the consequences of such actions. Until, of course, things go wrong and everyone asks, “How the heck did that happen?” That’s what makes cybersecurity assessments so important. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) defines cybersecurity assessments as tools “used to identify

What the Heck Is Smishing?

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  Text-Based Scheme Tries to Sneak Malicious Links Onto Mobile Devices Cybersecurity experts are raising alarms about “smishing,” a unique form of phishing that attempts to deliver malicious links or infected applications to cell phones via text or SMS messages. The challenge with these types of cyberattacks is that a text or SMS message cannot be authenticated beyond the phone number it’s sent from. Hackers have started using illicit tools that allow them to send legitimate-looking SMS messages from spoofed or stolen telephone numbers. A recent text-based scheme targeting Android devices purports to be from a delivery company like UPS or FedEx. When unsuspecting users click the supposed package tracking link included in the message, it automatically installs a malicious application that can steal banking credentials and other personal information. Adding to the challenge is the fact that text messages aren’t nearly as easy to track and prevent as, say, malicious emails. URL (Uniform R

4 Reasons Your Business Needs Managed IT Support Services

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  In this extremely connected and digitally driven world, businesses are required to be available online round-the-clock for constant growth and development. The business operations can quickly get grinded if a network fails, a server goes down or a website doesn’t load. It is nearly impossible for an in-house IT team to manage all such complex situations. Therefore, modern businesses are relying on  IT support services. What are Managed IT Services? Let’s understand, what are  Managed IT Services ?  How can modern businesses leverage them to become more secure and capable? When a businessman offloads all their IT operations to a service provider, they are called Managed IT Service Provider or managed IT partner. A managed IT service provider is responsible for round-the-clock management, monitoring and problem solving. In simple words, that managed IT services are simply outsourced IT. Reasons to hire Managed IT Services for Your Modern Business Several modern organizations are shifti