VoIP, or Voice over Internet Protocol, is a technology that enables the transmission of phone calls over the internet instead of traditional landlines. These systems are fast becoming the backbone of business communications. Research shows that businesses in the United States installed over 35 million VoIP lines between 2010 and 2018, reaching a total of 41.6 million. [Read more…]
Small business IT networks face a multitude of complex threats today. Cyber-attackers are becoming more stealthy and sophisticated. If your network security isn’t up to scratch, you could fall victim to a data breach. [Read more…]
Microsoft 365 is a powerhouse of a platform for employee collaboration and productivity. One of the solution’s most loved features is Microsoft Teams, an application that blends features associated with well-known tools like Slack, Asana and Trello. [Read more…]
Cybersecurity Awareness Month is a great opportunity to remind yourself and your employees about the importance of cybersecurity in business. With cyber-attacks on the rise and a data breach seemingly in the news every day, it’s more important than ever to stay cyber aware. [Read more…]
Controlling access to crucial information is becoming increasingly difficult in recent times, where data is getting a lot more essential. Errors in the control of access to information endangers a business’s cyber security and the entire organization. To control this increasing risk, many companies support the practice of bringing self-owned devices in place of distributing the ones managed from a centralized source, posing further threats to network security. [Read more…]
Cybercriminals are becoming more intelligent and savvier in their attacks. And firms with no or little cybersecurity training programs are open to imminent cyber-attacks. [Read more…]
Most of your time as a salesperson is spent on administrative duties like updating your CRM system with new data. Time is money for sellers, and relationships are crucial. According to sales research, 34% of salespersons dedicate their time to closing deals. On the other hand, most sales teams struggle with tasks like quote creation, data entry, and other activities that take their focus away from customers. This, therefore, calls for a balance. [Read more…]
Bring Your Own Device, or BYOD, is becoming increasingly common, and this trend is expected to continue. According to a study, up to 67% of workers use their devices for work. [Read more…]
External security threats aren’t the only major concern for businesses. Your business may be on the verge of losing millions to threats from your organization. Ponemon Institute’s report in 2022 revealed that insider threats have increased by 44% in the last two years, and the average cost per occurrence has risen to $15.8 million. [Read more…]
Cyber threats have become more sophisticated, requiring IT experts to introduce advanced approaches to internet security. As these attacks are not limited to governmental organizations and large companies, unique strategies must be implemented for small businesses, families, and individuals. These groups are no longer safe, for ransomware attacks and other forms of malware rapidly increase within them yearly. [Read more…]