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5 Ways to Reduce Downtime and Prevent IT Problems at Work!
It may not come as a surprise that operating a business is an expensive venture. When a business is faced with technical problems on their network, software or equipment, costs go beyond just a financial standpoint. The time that employees spend trying to fix these...
IT Mistakes to Avoid When Planning Your Business’s Future
It is not uncommon for growing businesses to find that their IT no longer yields the same returns as they had originally expected. In the past, technology was not necessarily top of mind for many business owners. There are numerous factors that play into misshaped and...
Keep Your IT Person with Co-Managed IT
Meet Cindy. Everyone at work loves Cindy. She is always kind, willing to take on additional work and is often considered the “Office Mom.” Cindy started out somewhat IT savvy when she first began working in the office,...
Questions You Should Be Asking When Considering a Managed Service Provider
These days it seems like there is a new MSP popping up every week. Deciphering their rhetoric is no easy task. The truth is every organization has different needs and every MSP has a different offering. No matter what the offering, there are multiple factors that you...
Swapping Partners: Yes, No or Wait?
Dancing alone can be fun. But in the world of business, it is a recipe for failure. If you are like most organizations, you have multiple partners navigating the floor at any given time. As the dance heats up, the beat quickens, or someone decides to change up the...
Work Where You Want with Managed Services
There are a lot of different solutions out there for what is needed to work remotely, but the outcome should always be the same. Happy employees means happy customers and happy business owners! Although the solutions may change and the options may...
MANAGED CYBERSECURITY
Your Office 365 credentials are on the Dark Web. No sweat!
I just received an alert from my organization’s identity monitoring service stating one of my employee’s Office 365 email credentials were found on the Dark Web. Now let us get real for a minute. When the prince of Nigeria emails you requesting a transfer of $1000...
Top 5 reasons you should care about Managed Detection and Response (MDR)
Managed Detection and Response is a suite of tools designed to detect and alert on security related events. Like an invisible mustache, things could be happening right under your nose and you wouldn’t even know it. Below you will find a few questions that can help...
3 Cybersecurity Mistakes You All Are STILL Making
Blog Written by Kayla Blaedow, Application Specialist at First Call Computer Solutions Cybercriminals are only interested in large corporations. WRONG. This misconception comes from media and news outlets feeding us data breach information of larger corporations such...
Top 3 Ways SMBs Cut Their Security Spend
The time to think “My business is too small for cyber-attacks” has passed. Cybercriminals are now increasingly targeting small to medium-sized businesses. This is due to the widely known fact that many SMBs do not prioritize their budget to include proper internet...
MANAGED WORKPLACE
Safeguarding Montana Nonprofits: Best Cybersecurity Practices for Staying Safe Online
In today's digital age, cybersecurity is of paramount importance for organizations of all sizes, including nonprofits. Montana nonprofits, like their counterparts elsewhere, are increasingly vulnerable to cyber threats ranging from data breaches to ransomware attacks....
Empowering Montana Government Offices: The Role of Managed IT Partners
As technology plays an increasingly pivotal role in government operations, Montana government offices face the challenge of managing complex IT infrastructures and delivering efficient services to citizens. Collaborating with managed IT partners can be instrumental in...
The Power of Collaboration: How Managed IT Providers Support Montana Businesses with Internal IT Departments
Montana businesses today face an ever-increasing reliance on technology, making robust IT infrastructure and support essential for seamless operations. Many organizations maintain internal IT departments to manage their technology needs. However, in a rapidly evolving...
Safeguarding Montana Banks: The importance of Cybersecurity
In today's increasingly digital world, the importance of cybersecurity cannot be overstated, especially for financial institutions such as banks. Montana, with its vibrant banking sector and a growing reliance on technology, must recognize the crucial role that...
The Evolving Landscape: Latest Trends in Cybersecurity for Montana Businesses
As Montana businesses continue to embrace digital transformation and rely on technology for their daily operations, the need for robust cybersecurity measures has never been more critical. The cybersecurity landscape is constantly evolving, with cyber threats becoming...
Enhancing Hospitality Excellence: The Vital Role of Unified Communication Solutions
In the bustling world of the hospitality industry, effective communication lies at the heart of delivering exceptional guest experiences. With numerous departments, diverse staff, and demanding customer expectations, the need for seamless and efficient communication...
MANAGED VOICE
5 Ways to Reduce Downtime and Prevent IT Problems at Work!
It may not come as a surprise that operating a business is an expensive venture. When a business is faced with technical problems on their network, software or equipment, costs go beyond just a financial standpoint. The time that employees spend trying to fix these...
IT Mistakes to Avoid When Planning Your Business’s Future
It is not uncommon for growing businesses to find that their IT no longer yields the same returns as they had originally expected. In the past, technology was not necessarily top of mind for many business owners. There are numerous factors that play into misshaped and...
Keep Your IT Person with Co-Managed IT
Meet Cindy. Everyone at work loves Cindy. She is always kind, willing to take on additional work and is often considered the “Office Mom.” Cindy started out somewhat IT savvy when she first began working in the office,...
Questions You Should Be Asking When Considering a Managed Service Provider
These days it seems like there is a new MSP popping up every week. Deciphering their rhetoric is no easy task. The truth is every organization has different needs and every MSP has a different offering. No matter what the offering, there are multiple factors that you...
Swapping Partners: Yes, No or Wait?
Dancing alone can be fun. But in the world of business, it is a recipe for failure. If you are like most organizations, you have multiple partners navigating the floor at any given time. As the dance heats up, the beat quickens, or someone decides to change up the...
Work Where You Want with Managed Services
There are a lot of different solutions out there for what is needed to work remotely, but the outcome should always be the same. Happy employees means happy customers and happy business owners! Although the solutions may change and the options may...
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