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IT is an investment, but unless you’ve got the technical know-how and inclination to dig deep into all the different features available, chances are you won’t be getting value for money. Our Managed Services have been created especially to help organisations make the most out of their technology, not wasting resources on expensive systems and procedures.
We’ll take the time to understand what makes your business tick, providing you with clear, jargon-free advice so you can make an informed decision. And because we’ll make sure everything’s running to its full potential you won’t have to worry about a thing. So sit back, relax and enjoy an IT infrastructure that really works for you – not the other way around.
Email is an essential business tool, and hackers know it. Cyber crime is the biggest threat to businesses everywhere and attacks are becoming increasingly sophisticated – a staggering 97% of users are reported to be unable to recognise a phishing email. With our managed email security services, you’ll have confidence that online communication both inside and outside your organisation is safe from harm. We use the latest software to keep your emails secure and reliable, enabling you to continue building great relationships.
Business today can be conducted on the go, from anywhere with an internet connection. Our audio-visual services allow you to manage conference calls on the go, with crystal clear calls and images. We also deliver round the clock monitoring and support to prevent equipment failures and outages, giving you and your team total flexibility.
Keeping all devices and software up to date can feel like a full time job, so let us take care of it for you with our Patch Management services. Our all-round patching solution works seamlessly across all major Windows, Mac and Linux systems, and can be deployed across a huge range of bespoke software solutions too. We’ll constantly work in the background keeping everything up to date and checking for missing patches, so you’ll be able to enjoy a reliable, robust system that’s safe from cyber attacks.
Technological advances have made today’s workplace more flexible and productive than ever before, but that new found freedom has led to a constantly evolving threat from cyber criminals. Our firewall services are designed to tackle threats that are often difficult to manage in-house, providing you with tailored round the clock solutions. Rather than just blocking unwanted traffic, we offer a range of robust features such as constant monitoring, virus checking, hacker prevention and content filtering.
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You’ve probably heard a lot of talk about cyber attacks but how worried should you really be? Well, very, because cyber criminals are getting smarter. We have good news to share about how you can protect your business
Weak passwords are one of the biggest security risks to your business.
Why?
Because cyber criminals are getting smarter than ever before. If they manage to crack just one password, they could gain access to your sensitive business data, financial information, or even gain control of your entire system.
Cyber criminals use automated tools to guess passwords, allowing them to try out millions of combinations in seconds. So, if you’re using something like “Password123” or “CompanyName2025”, you’re practically handing them the keys to your business.
A compromised password can lead to big issues, such as:
• Data breaches
• Financial losses
• Identity theft
• Reputation damage
But how do you create strong passwords without driving yourself (and your team) mad?
Think of your password like a secret recipe, where only you should know the ingredients. It should:
• Be at least 14 characters long (the longer, the better)
• Include a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters
• Contain a few numbers and symbols (like @, $, %, or &)
• Not contain any common words or easily guessable information (like birthdays, names, or the word “password”)
Instead of using a single word, you could try a passphrase – a short, random sentence that only you would understand. For example, instead of “Sailing2025”, try something like “Coffee&CloudsAreGreat9!”. This is much harder to crack, yet still easy to remember.
You should also steer clear of these common mistakes:
• Using personal info (your name, birthday, business name, etc.)
• Reusing the same passwords across multiple accounts
• Using simple sequences (“123456” or “abcdef”)
• Storing passwords in an easily accessible place (like a sticky note on your desk)
If remembering unique passwords for every account sounds impossible, there is another option: Password managers. These generate strong passwords, store them securely and autofill them for you.
With a password manager, you only need to remember one strong master password for the manager app itself. The rest are encrypted and stored safely, reducing the risk of data breaches.
Even the strongest password isn’t foolproof, which is why multi-factor authentication (MFA) is also important. MFA requires a second form of verification, like a one-time code sent to your phone or generated from an authentication app.
If you have employees accessing your business systems, it’s a good idea to have a password policy in place to explain your rules and why they’re important. This should include:
• Unique passwords for each system and account
• Regular security training on password best practices
• Business-wide use of MFA for critical systems
• Scanning for compromised passwords regularly
By making password security a priority, you can reduce the chances of a cyber attack creating a nightmare for your business.
And if you need help making your business more secure, get in touch.
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