Cloud vs. SaaS: Definition, Types, and Benefits
People often get confused when it comes to comparing SaaS vs. cloud . Some use the terms Software as a Service (SaaS) and cloud computing interchangeably when discussing them. While the two do share some similarities, they are actually quite different from each other. In this article, we will take a closer look at the […]
Understanding Cyber Vandalism: What is it and How to Avoid it
Nearly 70% of all business leaders have reported they feel their cybersecurity risks are increasing with each passing year. And they’d be right. Since the onset of the pandemic, cyber crime rates worldwide have quadrupled. SMBs are hit by successful cyber attacks almost every 39 seconds, and if you own a business, it’s practically a guarantee that […]
The Advantages of Managed Services vs. Professional Services
In today’s market, businesses are becoming more reliant on information technology to carry out their processes. With new technologies emerging daily, it’s challenging for companies to maintain a competitive advantage in a landscape that’s continually evolving. Understanding that there are high expectations to uphold, limited budgets to work with, and day-to-day business operations to fine-tune […]
Top 10 Server Management Best Practices
Cyber threats have become commonplace, in today’s online world. Hackers target businesses as a matter of course, and any IT expert will tell you it’s extremely important to ensure your IT systems are implemented securely and methodically. Servers, especially, need to operate as intended so that they can support your business goals, operations and […]
The 6 Best MSP Help Desk Benefits for Businesses
If you own or run a business, chances are you’re dependent on information technology, in some capacity. With 44% of large enterprises planning to accelerate their digital transformation in the coming years, it seems IT dependency is only getting stronger. To help manage their constant IT demands, many businesses rely on an outsourced managed […]
Make Your IT Operations Secure, Scalable, Smart With These IT Operations Best Practices
2022 brings new challenges and opportunities in the world of IT operations. In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the top IT operations best practices that are shaping how businesses manage their IT. We’ll also explore how businesses can prepare for these changes and take advantage of new technologies that will become […]
The Steps to Take in the IT Strategic Planning Process
Most business leaders understand the importance of having a strategic plan for their information technology. An effective IT plan provides clear guidance on what technology investments and resources are needed in order to reach your strategic goals and how success will be measured. Strategic plans have taken on new meaning in the digital age, where […]
Common Mistakes Leading to Public Breaches that Cost You Money
In June, CPA Ontario (Chartered Professional Accountants of Ontario) announced they had been breached, the data of nearly 330 thousand individuals were posted online. Names, addresses’, emails and employment information were stolen, leaving these people vulnerable to phishing scams and other forms of attack. This is […]