What is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional?
Mitigating risk has always been an important part of running a business in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area. It used to be that this meant having secure locks and perhaps security personnel to monitor the premises. Today though, some of the most damaging attacks on business come in the form of data breaches and […]
The Complete Cyber Insurance Coverage Checklist
The average data breach costs Canadian companies $5.64 million–enough to shutter most small businesses and (at least) rock the boat for most medium-sized companies. The answer to lessening cyber risks has come in the form of cyber insurance, with over 59% of businesses having opted for coverage. But are you sure your cyber security insurance […]
How to Plan for Your IT Needs with Smart IT Budgeting
When it comes to creating an IT budget, it’s important to remember that your business performance goals are the top priority. Many businesses make the mistake of overspending or spending irresponsibly when it comes to their IT budget, and this can have a negative effect on their business as a whole. In this blog post, […]
Why Executive Buy-In for IT Initiatives is Essential
Did you know that executive involvement is essential for new IT initiatives ? Many leaders mistakenly believe that they can distance themselves from overall IT strategy, security and best practices , but this could not be further from the truth. In order to be able to ensure that any necessary IT initiatives are successful, executive […]
Outsourcing IT Department vs. In-House IT: Everything You Need to Know
Making the decision to outsource your IT department is a big one. It can be difficult to weigh the pros and cons, especially when you don’t have a lot of experience in the area. Off the top, it’s worth noting a few of the main reasons most companies choose to outsource their IT needs. According […]
The 6 Biggest Reasons Why Cyber security is Important for Data & Financial Protection
The importance of cyber security for businesses (and small businesses especially) is more relevant today than it has ever been before. Of all the successful cyber attacks perpetrated in the world last year, 42% of them were against small businesses. And if you own or operate a business, this is a statistic that should especially […]
The 10 Biggest and Most Common IT Problems Plaguing Businesses Today
Technology is great…when it works. When it doesn’t work, you’re stuck dealing with common technology problems that are causing you more downtime than they rightfully should. If this sounds like an all-too-common situation that you (as a business owner/operator) have also found yourself in, you’re not alone. However, that doesn’t mean you need to accept […]
7 Top Industries in Toronto
The City of Toronto is Canada’s largest business hub. Internationally recognized companies, media outlets, and financial institutions are all key Toronto industries. Although Toronto’s economy is diverse, there are some industries that find the city particularly appealing. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at some of the biggest industries in Toronto and why […]
Top Tech Companies in Toronto
Toronto is a Canadian leader in the tech industry and is one of the best cities for tech jobs and services. Though the global investment in Toronto tech companies is not nearly as high as in Silicon Valley, investors still contributed $5.4 billion to Toronto tech start-ups last year because of their projected growth and […]
Top 5 Best Practices for Disaster Recovery
Even with the best cyber security managed service provider on your team, disasters can still strike from out of the clear blue sky. Disasters are both inevitable and unpredictable, and the best way to mitigate their impact is to employ a well-executed plan encompassing all of the disaster recovery best practices currently known to the […]