Are you tired of the constant “pop-ups” on your computer every time you try to surf the web? I know I am! These pop-ups bring advertising that usually has nothing to do with the website and often tries to convince the viewer that they need some type of security software by claiming that the system is infected. Worse yet are...
Safeguarding client and consumer information is a top priority, and many business owners spend countless hours researching and investing in the best antivirus, antispyware, and antimalware options out there. But while creating a great cyber defense is a good idea, it is also a good idea to make sure that you are doing the same for the physical security of...
We all love the internet. We shop, browse, read the news, network, hunt for information, and play on social media. But while we are busy doing all these things, there is always the risk of being vulnerable to a cyber crime. Do you know what to look for and what should raise a red flag? There are so many risks...
Millions of Americans have had their personal information exposed over the past ten years with thousands of small- and large-scale hacks responsible for most. Maybe you opened an email you shouldn’t have or maybe a company that you do business with was vulnerable to cyber attacks. Either way, now you need to figure out what the next steps are and...
It is always nice to know that someone “has your back”, especially when you are a busy business owner who already has too much on his/her proverbial plate. Staying ahead of security threats and potential hacks can be a full-time job, so sometimes it is best for business leaders to hand over those responsibilities to a professional through a monitored...
Business owners and managers have quite a lot on their plate. One of the more serious jobs is keeping client information safe and secure, especially if your company regularly maintains client data that includes sensitive information. Protecting this information is not just good business but it is also in compliance with the law. For example, the Federal Fair Credit Reporting...
We live in a wonderful world where we can get work done just about anywhere with the wonders of WiFi. Whether it is at a public coffee shop or at a client meeting outside the office, WiFi has opened up many doors to conducting business wherever and whenever. Does your business offer WiFi? More and more businesses are doing just...
Employees are the heart and soul of any company. They handle the day-to-day running of the company as well as anything that is thrown their way. They are on the front line when it comes to dealing with clients and customers. In short, they are what makes your company tick. Unfortunately, employees are also the first to encounter a...
In today’s digital world your small- or medium-sized company is like a castle that needs to be defended from attacks by hackers, viruses, and cyber criminals. Like the moats and turrets of castles from the middle ages, your castle probably also has various lines of defense. While you may engage password, protections, firewalls, backups, and the latest cybersecurity, one defense...
Protecting your clients’ personal information is extremely serious business. There are examples all around us on a weekly, (and sometimes daily) basis about companies that have been subject to hackers or malware that allowed cyber criminals to access client information. The Equifax Breach is just one more recent example of the importance of maintaining and updating your security protocols, especially...
Technology is evolving faster than most businesses can handle. While few businesses can continuously have the latest-and-greatest advances in hardware, it is important to have machinery and devices that are not ancient. If you are clinging to old hardware because you subscribe to the philosophy “If it’s not broken, why fix it?”, then you may have some problems down the...
Communication is key to a successful business, whether it is staying in touch with clients, customers, vendors, or your employees. Our American economy is no longer just local or regional in nature, but global. That means communication many times happens remotely through video conferencing, email, web applications, or smartphone apps. Does your company have the right technology to stay in...