As the world continues to shift towards a more digital platform, online safety and cybersecurity become more important. Cybersecurity involves various technologies, practices, and laws intended to secure computer networks, devices, and data from unauthorized access, theft, or damage.

Running your business while balancing good security and surveillance can be daunting, especially for companies such as retailers.

On June 9th, it was announced that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) would ban imports from China-based printer manufacturer Ninestar Corporation. This is all a part of the Uyghur Forced Labor Protection Act (UFLPA). Ninestar is the fourth largest laser printer manufacturer in the world.

Print is always going to be essential to organizations. Many businesses utilize printers and copiers in their everyday workflows. However, purchasing a printer for your organization has plenty of factors to consider.

As the world becomes more digitized daily, you might assume that print and print services are becoming obsolete. However, that’s not entirely true. According to a report by BlueWeave Consulting, the managed print services market is now valued at approximately $50.78 billion dollars. It's forecast to reach $78.4 billion by 2029.

Cybersecurity has been a significant obstacle for businesses since computers were first introduced as a helpful tool. Unfortunately, there’s no end in sight for cyber attacks. They are expected to grow at an exceptional rate. According to Cybersecurity Ventures, cybercrime will hit $8 trillion in 2023 and grow to $10.5 trillion by 2025.

The Northeast Group, located in Plattsburgh, NY, is a third-party logistics fulfillment warehouse that services various international customers. Having been in business for over forty years, The Northeast Group contains four facilities with more than 350,000 square feet of warehouse and production space. The group is involved with one of North America's busiest and most efficient supply chains. It is committed to offering its customers diverse printing services to help them succeed.

Every business runs into having to get their equipment replaced or updated. Technology can quickly grow outdated, and sometimes equipment runs its course, spurring the need for a replacement. Print and IT equipment should be refreshed routinely on a three-to-five-year cycle, depending on part availability, warranty coverage, and support.

Every business is different in regards to its size, number of employees, and what their everyday processes look like. The same goes for their IT needs, some may require more intensive tech care than others.

Recently New York State signed legislation to strengthen firearm business requirements, such as advancing security systems in gun shops. Usherwood has helped clients with surveillance security and maintaining proper software to support these systems.