The 7 top tips for using Microsoft 365
Discover how to optimise your business workflows & productivity with the power of Microsoft 365! There is no doubt that Microsoft 365 is the most popular office productivity software out there. The company has 48.8% of the global market, just edging out Google’s apps by a few percentage points. It’s used by individuals, small and […]
Key IT Policies Every Business Should Have
Safeguard your business, employees & customers with effective IT policies It is critical to have comprehensive IT policies in place to help ensure the safety and security of your company’s data, employee details and customer information. Whilst it’s quite common for small businesses to make the mistake of skipping policies, implementing specific IT policies and […]
Importance of Staff Cybersecurity Training
Employee Cybersecurity Training: Safeguard your Business & Customers So your team has just completed their annual phishing and staff cybersecurity training. This includes teaching employees how to promptly recognise & handle phishing emails appropriately. You’re feeling confident about it…That is until about 6 months later when your business suffers a costly ransomware infection due to […]
Top Malware Warning Signs To Watch Out For
Recognising Malware Infections on Your Computer & IT Networks It usually takes at least a week for businesses to regain access to their data and systems following a malware attack. Various types of malicious code fall under the umbrella term of ‘malware’. These include the following; Trojans Viruses Spyware Adware Ransomware Key loggers It’s no […]
The Latest Cloud Storage Trends to Watch in 2022
Top Cloud Storage Solutions To Help Your Business One area of cloud computing that is widely used, but often isn’t as recognised as the software side is cloud storage. Storing files in the cloud to make them easily accessible and shareable from anywhere was one of the very first uses of the cloud that was […]
The 5 Biggest Cybersecurity Mistakes That Put Your Data At Risk
Protect Your Business from the Top Cybersecurity Threats! Are you and your employees aware of common cybersecurity mistakes that are made in businesses around the world? Unknowingly to most, cybercrime damage globally has increased to an average of $15.7 million per minute, or over an astonishing $270,000 per second! Also, approximately 60% of small to […]
Our Top Tips to Enhance Your Business’s Server Management
Streamline Your Business’s Workflow & Enhance Productivity with Effective Server Management You may use state-of-the-art servers for your business, but their efficiency can diminish over time. Managing them properly is key to optimising your overall business operations. Many organisations heavily rely on servers to perform various IT functions, including sending and receiving emails, remote collaborative […]
Latest Federal Budget 2022-23 Tax Breaks for Businesses
Latest Budget Tax Breaks Announced: Wins for Small Businesses Investing in Upskilling, Training & Technology Are you looking to improve your small business’s performance, equipment, staff skillsets and operations this year? Well, the latest tax breaks announced in the new Federal Budget may help you with this! We have seen some major wins and substantial […]
The Importance of a Microsoft 365 Data Backup for your Business
7 Key Reasons Why Your Organisation Needs to Protect its Microsoft 365 Data How much control do you have over your Microsoft 365 data? Is everything that you need accessible? Typically, people say, “Of course I do,” or “It’s all handled by Microsoft”. But consider it more carefully – are you actually certain about that? […]
Effective Security Measures to Enhance Your Microsoft 365 Data Protection
Maximise Your Microsoft 365 Data Protection For Your Company Adopting the appropriate security measures will help you make the most of your Microsoft 365 apps. Microsoft 365 is a highly efficient collaboration and productivity tool. Its range of features supports remote work while providing seamless communication and scalability within your team. The level of security […]
Protect Your Business with Microsoft Defender for Office 365
Bolster your company’s security Defences with Microsoft Defender for Office 365 If you fall victim to phishing, you can lose a great deal of money and your business’s sensitive information could be exposed. With Microsoft Defender for Office 365, this risk can be greatly mitigated, with the provision of a number of features to increase […]
Our Guide To Choosing The Best Managed Service Provider For Your Business
How Secure Is Your Data? Tips To Select The Right MSP For Your Organisation A key component of enhancing your organisation’s data security is to partner with a Managed Service Provider (MSP) or Information Technology (IT) Service Provider (ITSP). By addressing any system issues or network vulnerabilities you may have, cybercriminals will no longer be […]
7 Things to Consider When Creating an IT Compliance Policy
The Benefits of Implementing an IT Compliance Policy for Your Business If your company was publicly ransomed by cyber criminals, would your staff know what to say or not say if they were questioned by the media? Do you have set policies, procedures and protocols in place for your staff to follow in the event […]
Microsoft’s Windows 11 is here at last!
The Top 5 Questions About Windows 11 This new operating system from Microsoft is creating a sensation around the world. But before you upgrade to the new OS – you should probably read this first. After six long years, the latest version of Microsoft’s operating system – Windows 11 – is finally here. Technology companies, […]
How Your Small Business Can Benefit From Cloud Solutions
Advantages of Utilising Cloud Technologies for Your Business In light of the global shift to remote working, cloud computing has played a central role. Discover how you can take advantage of cloud-based technology for your small business. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, many business practices have been made obsolete. Face-to-face brainstorming sessions…Gone! Team […]
Ransomware Attacks: The Reality & Repercussions For Your Business
How to Strengthen Your Cyber Security & Ransomware Defences There is no escaping the fact that ransomware attacks and cybercrime are rapidly on the rise, especially due to the wordlwide spread of the pandemic. Below you will find some quick answers to some common questions around this subject. So…What Is Ransomware? It is a form of […]
Insider attacks: the real cost – and how to prevent them
A Major Threat To Your Business’s Security Could Be On Your Payroll… You may not realise it, but you might have a colleague working for you that is also unknowingly helping some of the most renowned and successful cybercriminals from around the world. Unintentionally acting as a ‘double agent’, your employee is giving over your […]
Partner with a Proactive IT Support Partner You Can Trust!
Maximise Your Profits With a Reliable IT Support Company Is your current IT company a bit lacklustre & unreliable? Are you needing more attentive IT support? Of course you want to be reassured that your IT Support Partner will react quickly when something goes wrong. But what about the instances where nothing breaks but your […]
Streamline Your Business & Enhance Productivity with Microsoft 365!
What You Didn’t Know You Could Do With Microsoft 365… While most businesses get Microsoft 365 just to access Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams, there are so many other helpful apps included in it that are often overlooked and under utilised. There are many hidden gems to discover within the program that will save you […]
Online Threats – Get Your Business Prepared & Protected Today!
Dealing with Online Threats – Your guide to 9 types of malware you should know about… Gone are the days of the floppy disc and basic anti-virus software being sufficient in protecting your computer from the various online threats of malicious viruses. An internet revolution and greed has changed everything, with hacking and malware becoming […]
Windows 7 End of Life Support & Warranty of Computers
Times Running out on Windows 7 End of Life Support! End of Support for Microsoft Windows 7 on the 14th of January 2020 will be a critical time for many businesses as Microsoft will no longer be providing critical updates to any security flaws found in the Operating System. Unless you are running legacy software […]
Not All E-mail Is Equal – How Old Is Your Email Technology?
So what email technology are you using? Pop, Imap, Gmail, Exchange or Office 365? Do you know the difference? A disturbingly large portion of the business world still uses antiquated email technology.
Office 365 Security 2019
Online attacks are becoming more sophisticated & prevalent with cloud platforms such as Office 365, whats security steps do you need to take to be safe in 2019
Break fix vs Managed Service
In typical fashion, many people don’t think about fixing an item until it breaks. After all — as the thought process goes — what is the point of fixing or replacing an item if it is still working correctly? Why not wait until it starts to malfunction or stop working altogether and then replace it? […]
Microsoft Server 2008 End of Support
Microsoft has been gradually phasing out its support of Microsoft Server 2008 since 2015. However, 2020 will bring us perhaps the most important date in the life of this transition. January 14, 2020, marks the end of all support and IT services for Microsoft Server 2008 R2. No matter when you read this article, it […]
