There’s no denying that the hybrid workplace has become the norm. Part necessity and part employee-driven, remote work is beneficial on many fronts, but it also has its share of complexities as IT leaders juggle the needs of in-office and remote staff while simultaneously keeping up on the latest technology that manages workflow while adding cloud security protections. Hybrid Security Management Going with the status quo is rarely a good idea, but it’s particularly risky when you take … [Read more...]
Implement SASE for a Secure Cloud Environment
When the pandemic forced companies to shift entire teams to remote work, it set off a series of events that left network teams scrambling to secure work-from-home environments. Now, IT security teams are asking if it’s possible to catch up. The answer may lie in secure access service edge (SASE). Unmanaged endpoint security is causing new challenges, particularly when companies continue pursuing cyber security strategies that are designed for traditional network infrastructures. The perimeter … [Read more...]
The Value of Outsourcing IT Services for Your Company
In a perfect world, managed IT services would be a one-size-fits-all situation. But the needs of one company can differ quite drastically from another. Not only do companies vary in the daily tasks they perform, but there is also the constant evolution of technology that informs IT needs that need to be taken into account. This is why outsourcing IT services to a managed IT services provider can offer a customized approach that is key to success for your company. Benefits of the Managed … [Read more...]
Why IT Security May Be Well-Prepared for the Future
The pandemic forced IT security teams to scramble to accommodate remote teams that were abruptly shifted out of the office and thus the relative security of the traditional network perimeter. The same situation that wreaked havoc on IT from a cyber security standpoint may be equally effective at helping them prepare for the future. A new set of findings from Sophos are the result of a survey including 5,400 IT managers from 30 countries. The experiences of those professionals are varied in … [Read more...]
The Top Benefits of Outsourcing IT
The discussion in a business about hiring a full-time IT staff or outsourcing IT is usually a lively one. Growing companies often lean toward taking on all their IT tasks in-house, but when finding highly experienced and qualified IT personnel is difficult, outsourcing IT services is the smartest – sometimes only – option. And even when qualified staff are available, there are advantages to outsourcing IT. Managed IT is a total success when you find the right managed services provider (MSP). … [Read more...]
How SASE Secures the Post-Pandemic Network
The exodus from the office during the pandemic has driven permanent changes in the shape of the corporate network. Growth in the area of internet of things (IoT) and mobile devices as well as cloud computing have altered how the network is managed and protected. Network IT teams are increasingly applying the principles of the secure access service edge (SASE) to bolster cyber security efforts. The changing nature of network access has only served to further complicate an already-blurred … [Read more...]
The Perks of Managed IT Services
Digitization has taken the world by storm. Cloud-based technologies are widely used, providing a host of efficiencies, and managed IT services are also part of the race to adopt cloud-based solutions. If you haven’t thought about adopting this approach, we’ll outline some reasons why you should consider it. Managed IT can support and augment your existing IT staff, streamline bottlenecks, and help you maximize your technology investments. Additionally, your managed IT provider is available to … [Read more...]
How to Assess and Address the Risk of Shadow IT
Since the dawn of the cloud era, shadow IT has been an issue. Even if you don’t recognize the term, you are familiar with shadow IT, as it refers to any devices, software, or other technology accessed by members of your organization without going through the normal procurement steps. The catch-22 of cloud solutions is that they are so simple to download and use that employees often forget that what they are doing is accessing technology without the approval of IT. They may find a project … [Read more...]
The Evolution of Remote-Work Security and Its Challenges
In recent years, remote work has gained traction with job seekers who have a new set of demands for their employers. When the pandemic hit, remote work wasn’t just a perk for a select few – it became the only option for many employees. A Gallup poll reveals that, as of April 2021, 72% of white-collar workers were still working remotely. This puts a new focus on improving remote-work security because there are many risks associated with connecting to company networks from the outside. With … [Read more...]
3 Reasons Managed Security May Be Right for Your Company’s Security Strategy
The abrupt shift to work-from-home environments in 2020 brought cyber security to the forefront of companies’ priorities. It has caused security to go from being an afterthought to a central part of business strategies across every industry. While some larger corporations may have an in-house security team ready to handle the varied and frequent threats attacking dispersed branch locations and home offices, many businesses have turned to managed security. The Argument for an In-House Team: … [Read more...]
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