Software as a Service (SaaS) and public clouds are becoming more popular with organizations looking to streamline operating expenses and improve their financial outlook. This makes it all the more surprising to see a company still using its private data centers, especially with so many low-cost alternatives available. Owning private […]
The Ultimate Security Checklist
The complicated undertaking of setting a security strategy can be overwhelming, as can the thought of actually implementing one. But the costs of not having a security strategy (or having a weak or unmanaged one) are vast and damaging on many levels. This checklist will help you examine your current […]
In the IT Environment, Cyber Security Is a Team Effort
Having an effective security team is just one part of the cyber security equation. Every person within the organization should be knowledgeable and informed about the latest security threats. Comprehensive security training throughout the entire IT staffing structure enhances the IT security team’s ability to effectively identify and contain potential […]
Building a Framework for Improved IT Security
It’s not unusual for companies to treat IT security and compliance as an afterthought. IT departments are often too busy rolling out new technologies and fixing current technology to deal with IT policy matters. Many companies have never bothered to assign someone in a permanent security role who can help […]
Best Practices for Preventing Security Breaches
Every year, organizations struggle with security breaches that often leave tremendous damage in their wake. Businesses are often unaware of ongoing breaches, many of which target sensitive data for weeks or even months at a time. There are a multitude of reasons why organizations suffer data breaches. The important question […]
5 Steps to Data Security for MSPs Supporting SMBs
Data is one of the most important assets that a company owns, regardless of the size of the organization. Despite its importance, not all companies are equipped to secure data according to industry best practices. Managed service providers (MSPs) can play an invaluable role in supporting businesses through the process […]
Hybrid Cloud Security: Best Practices for MSPs and Their Customers
Businesses are eager to take advantage of the hybrid cloud: it offers the convenience of a hosted infrastructure while enabling IT to retain a level of control over on-premise components. But many companies — especially small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) — still have questions around specific security best practices to […]
How Big Data Influences Security Strategies
The emergence of big data is a source of excitement and anxiety for IT stakeholders. Such large amounts of data have the potential to transform the business as a whole, but this potential comes with uncertainty about how to adjust security strategies to properly manage a big data framework. Even […]
Taking a Smart Approach to VoIP Implementation
A growing number of enterprises are turning to Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) services as a cost-effective and powerful alternative to traditional telephony services. Each passing year has seen continuous improvements in overall service quality and customer satisfaction. Nevertheless, some enterprises express occasional dissatisfaction with VoIP services, often citing call quality […]
How Managed Service Providers Are Tackling Cloud Security
Utilizing the cloud offers a broad range of benefits, but it also comes with its own set of risks, especially when it comes to data security. With more enterprises leaping head-first into the cloud, managed service providers (MSPs) are now faced not just with meeting their clients’ varied needs, but […]