Growing IoT Exploits Illustrate the Need for Improved Security
(February 12, 2024) As many as 100 million smart speakers are installed in homes across the U.S., allowing their owners to check the weather, listen to music, shop online, and more with a simple voice command. These and other IoT devices are also finding their way into the workplace. Growing IoT exploits illustrate the need […]
How to Ensure a Successful Migration to the Public Cloud
(February 5, 2024) 2024 promises to be a banner year for the public cloud. Gartner predicts worldwide spending on public cloud services will reach $679 billion this year — a 20.4 percent increase over 2023. Analysts say that growth is being driven by new platforms and technologies such as generative AI services. The cloud allows […]
Navigating Tech Challenges: A Guide for Small Businesses in Arkansas in 2024
In today’s fast-paced world, small businesses in Arkansas face various technology issues in 2024 that can impact their success. Understanding and addressing these challenges is crucial for staying competitive and thriving in the digital age. Let’s explore some of the most relevant technology issues affecting small businesses and how they can navigate these concerns. Small […]
How can Managed IT services help reduce costs for companies?
Managed IT services can play a crucial role in helping companies reduce costs through various strategies and solutions. Here are several ways Managed IT services can contribute to cost savings: Automation: Implementing IT automation can streamline repetitive tasks and processes, reducing the need for manual intervention. This not only improves efficiency but also minimizes the […]
What is the status of CMMC today?
To answer what is the status of CMMC, let’s go back a bit. DFARS, or the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement is a part of all Department of Defense (DOD) contracts. There are DFARS clauses that are relevant to information security. Today, the DFARS clauses (7012 & 7019) require contractors to self-attest that they are […]
6 Questions to Ask in an IT Assessment
(January 29, 2024) Almost every organization struggles with technology to some degree. However, small to midsize enterprises (SMEs) face specific challenges. Chief among them is the lack of in-house IT resources. Few SMEs have the in-house expertise to assess the performance, reliability, and security of their IT assets, and struggle to maximize the value of […]
A Look at the Benefits of Colocation IaaS over Public Cloud
(January 22, 2024) Power, cooling, hardware, software, staffing — these are just some of the expenses involved with operating an on-premises data center. It’s no wonder organizations are looking to conserve capital by shifting more of their workloads to the public cloud. However, the cloud isn’t always the best choice. Most organizations have some workloads […]
The Role of Immutable Storage in Data Protection and Management
(January 15, 2024) Almost every organization depends upon ready access to data. If that data were lost or corrupted, operations would grind to a halt. In light of that, data protection and management are critical issues for organizations of all sizes. Immutable storage effectively addresses these challenges. As the name suggests, immutable storage cannot be […]
The Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act Requires Financial Institutions To Have A Written Information Security Plan
The Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA) is a U.S. law that went into effect on June 9, 2023. This law mandates financial institutions to safeguard customer data. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), in enforcing the GLBA, introduced the Safeguards Rule, which outlines specific measures for ensuring the security of customer information. One key requirement of the Safeguards […]
Why Security Awareness Training Is an Essential Part of Any Security Strategy
(January 8, 2024) In a previous post, we offered nine security best practices your organization should follow daily. Many organizations aim for the best security while overlooking the basics that prevent most attacks. While cyberattacks are becoming more sophisticated, most use the same tried-and-true techniques year after year. Our security basics checklist emphasized best practices […]
