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Preparing for Spring—Essential IT Maintenance Tasks for Small Businesses

As spring approaches, it’s the perfect opportunity for small businesses to refresh their IT systems. A thorough “spring-clean” not only uncovers inefficiencies but also strengthens security and boosts performance, helping your business run smoothly and securely all...

Winter Cybersecurity: Protecting Your Business During Seasonal Surges

As winter brings a surge in online activity and seasonal staffing changes, businesses—especially small and medium-sized ones—face heightened cybersecurity risks. Cybercriminals know that the combination of increased transactions, distracted staff, and new devices...

Why Backup Plans Matter: Lessons from Everyday Setbacks

Life is unpredictable. From travel delays to tech failures, setbacks happen when we least expect them. That’s why having a backup plan isn’t just smart—it’s essential. Common Setbacks Flights get canceled, leaving travelers stranded. Computers crash, risking lost work...
Why Wholesale Distributors Need a MSP

Why Wholesale Distributors Need a MSP

Every pallet scan, ASN upload, and midnight EDI tender relies on always‑up tech. When supply‑chain platform Blue Yonder was locked by ransomware in late 2024, grocery and coffee chains had to revert to paper just to keep shelves stocked.AP News Even brief outages are...

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Why Power & Water Utilities Need a Grid‑Grade MSP

Why Power & Water Utilities Need a Grid‑Grade MSP

Lights, pumps, and meters can’t wait for IT to reboot. Yet 67 % of energy and utility organizations were hit by ransomware in 2024, holding steady at crisis levels, while utility‑specific attacks jumped another 42 % year‑over‑year. Sophos NewsInfosecurity Magazine At...

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Why Retail Needs a MSP ready for check-out

Why Retail Needs a MSP ready for check-out

A frozen POS, lagging connection, or hijacked loyalty database can empty carts faster than any competitor. In 2024, retail was among the top three sectors hit by ransomware, and 56 % of successful attacks encrypted data — slightly below the cross‑industry average but...

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