Bring Your Own Device: Dos and don’ts for your business

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Do you let employees use their own phones, laptops, or tablets for work?

That includes things like sending a quick email or updating a client account.

If you do, it’s important to remember that personal devices often lack the security measures that work-issued devices have. To remain safe and secure, you MUST have the right plans in place.

Our latest guide and video explain the dos and don’ts of Bring Your Own Device. And how to create a strong policy that will keep your data protected.

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This is why your business needs Microsoft 365 Business Premium

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Microsoft 365 Business Standard comes with all the tools you need for a growing business, right?

Well, not necessarily.

You see, as your business grows, so do the risks. Your priority should be keeping your business protected from challenges like cyber attacks and data loss.

Our latest video explains why upgrading to Microsoft 365 Business Premium could be a good business investment.

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This is the year Windows 10 dies: How to prepare your business

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This is the year Windows 10 dies: How to prepare your business

This October we say goodbye to Windows 10.

Microsoft is ending free support. And, if you’re still using it, that will have an impact on your business.

How can you keep your data secure and your business running smoothly?

Our latest video lays out your options, and what you need to start thinking about now.

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How to choose the right new hardware for your business

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Slow isn’t often a word you want to associate with your business.

But when your hardware isn’t performing, you’ll hear it a lot. Complaints about PCs, your internet connection, even your network.

Not only is it frustrating, but it’s costing you time, money, and productivity.

Upgrading your hardware is the solution, but with so many different options available, where do you start?

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Cloud Telephony vs. VoIP – which is best for your business?

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Cloud Telephony vs. VoIP – which is best for your business?

You know it’s time to upgrade your business phone system when you start to hear your staff complaining about it.

Dropped calls, long wait times, and difficulty reaching the right person is frustrating for you… and worse for your customers.

But there is a better solution.

Our latest video and guide explain what CLoud Telephony and VoIP systems are.

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Is your email signature putting your business at risk?

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You probably don’t give your email signature much thought.

It’s there to provide your contact details and maybe boost your branding, right?

But have you ever stopped to consider exactly how much information you’re giving away? It’s enough to allow someone else to pretend to be you. Someone like a cyber criminal.

They can use this to steal from other businesses.

And it works the other way around too – you could be tricked into giving away data or money thanks to an email you thought was from someone else.

Our latest guide explains why you need to pay more attention to your email signatures, and how much information you should really be giving away.

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Cyber crime is always evolving. You should be too

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More businesses are seeing the value of cyber security training, and that’s great.

But still too many view it as a one-and-done exercise.

If there’s one thing we know about cyber crime, it’s that it’s constantly evolving. And that means if you want to stay up to date on the latest threats, your training needs to be regular.

In our latest guide we compare how two different companies with different attitudes to cyber security training fared against a phishing attempt. We also explain how to create your own training plan to make sure it’s a success.

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Data loss? Save yourself a mighty headache

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What would you do if all your business data just… disappeared?

Maybe panic. Maybe stare at the screen in disbelief.

But if you’re wise, you’ll have a safety net in place, in the form of reliable and tested data backup. Which would mean you can restore your data quickly, without too much disruption.

If you’re not… well, you’ve got one mighty headache on your hands.

Our latest guide explains everything you need to know about data backup, including how to make sure it’s working as it should be.

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The CrowdStrike outage explained for Ryedale business owners and managers

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Download our free guide which summarises everything you need to know about the recent CrowdStrike outage.

This is written specifically for business owners round here. Inside you’ll discover:

• What CrowdStrike is
• What happened on Friday 19th July 2024
• The impact on businesses – and what it means for you
• How to protect your business by reviewing IT strategies and contingency plans

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It’s time to say goodbye to Windows 10

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Next year we’ll say a final farewell to Windows 10 as it reaches end of life.

Microsoft is stopping support. This means no new tools or features, and no more security updates.

If you’re still using Windows 10 in your business, now’s the time to act so you avoid any last-minute panic… or putting your data at unnecessary risk.

In our latest guide we explain the options your business has, as well as what you need to consider for each one.

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