Security Isn't Only an IT Problem – Leadership Is a Crucial Piece of an Effective Information Security Strategy
by Dan Stoy, Solutions Specialist // Managed Network Services on May 5, 2018 8:48:00 AM
“Winning is not a sometime thing, it is an all the time thing. You don’t do things right once in a while…you do them right all the time.” – Vince Lombardi As you think about information security for your business, the quote by Lombardi has particular relevance (sorry Vikings fans, but …
Why Hackers and Cybercriminals Love Small Businesses Like You
by Dan Stoy, Solutions Specialist // Managed Network Services on May 4, 2018 10:15:35 AM
Being a small business has a lot of benefits, you might: Differentiate yourself from the corporate competition by offering a more personal feel. Make decisions about the direction of your company without having to get approval from a board. Have a high employee retention rate because …
Your Business Information IS Your Most Important Corporate Asset – Keep It Safe!
by Dan Stoy, Solutions Specialist // Managed Network Services on May 2, 2018 3:13:34 PM
Buying something intangible is a tricky thing to grasp, but in some cases, completely necessary without even a second thought. Take insurance for example. We insure our cars, our homes – even ourselves – without even thinking. It’s just what you are supposed to do. Even behaviors - we …
Simple Steps to Strengthen Your Cybersecurity
by Dan Stoy, Solutions Specialist // Managed Network Services on Apr 30, 2018 1:05:00 PM
Every business today needs to be thinking about cybersecurity. Unless you operate your business entirely using paper, cash payments, and the US Postal Service; you could be vulnerable to hackers. Company size is no guarantee of security. Even though large businesses are the ones in th …
Lines on Copies and Scanned Documents? It's Time to Clean the Slit Glass, Here's How
by Mitch Kehrer, Senior Low-Volume Technician // Copier and Print Services on Apr 25, 2018 2:12:07 PM
Alright, let's cut to the chase. A very common, extremely frustrating issue when it comes to copiers is the ongoing occurrence of getting lines on your copies or scans! If you are experiencing black lines on your copies when using the automatic feeder on your copy machine chances are …
The Cybersecurity Skills Shortage And How You Can Still Protect Your SMB's Critical Data
by Dan Stoy, Solutions Specialist // Managed Network Services on Apr 24, 2018 8:10:00 AM
There's one simple reason why outsourcing network security is a growing trend – there's a shortage of skilled professionals to fill cybersecurity jobs. At a time when cybercrime is on the rise, not being able to acquire and keep security experts on staff could leave your office expose …
Remote Troubleshooting for Kyocera Copiers Is Here and Can Make Life Easier
by Kirk Studebaker // President on Apr 19, 2018 2:55:46 PM
Service folks are fast (ours are really fast – and thorough). Even they don't operate at Internet speed though. What if your copier service partner (or your in-house IT) could troubleshoot copiers remotely? Better, depending on the issue – fix them without ever having to get up from t …
Let Someone Else Manage Your Network So That You Can Focus on Your Business
by Dan Stoy, Solutions Specialist // Managed Network Services on Apr 16, 2018 9:16:00 AM
In a nutshell, managed network services is a way to outsource the day-to-day management of your information technology needs. A managed IT provider (also labeled as managed service provider, MSP, or managed network provider) can supplement your in-house IT department or become your IT …
End Confusion With Your Managed Network Services Partner – 4 Tips to Cut Through the Chatter
by Dan Stoy, Solutions Specialist // Managed Network Services on Apr 12, 2018 8:35:00 AM
Ever been in one of those conversations where each person is talking AT the other instead of WITH the other? Those “conversations” are more like games of verbal one-upmanship than a true exchange of information. In your personal life, this is annoying. When it comes to running your bu …