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managed IT Services | Cyber Security

By: Jada Sterling, Digital Content Manager
November 22nd, 2023

Philadelphia attorney Gary Schildhorn testified before a panel at the United States Senate recently, describing how he was a victim to a vishing scam. The details behind his story should serve as a warning to business leaders and savvy professionals, as no one is immune to these elaborate scams.

Managed Print

By: Jada Sterling, Digital Content Manager
November 21st, 2023

You may have heard of cloud faxing, or faxing documents via a web interface. This is a new way of sending and receiving documents that has the potential to save you lot of hassle. Traditional paper based faxing involved automatic prints sent from physical fax machines. This creates a data security risk, as sensitive documents can accumulate in printer trays and end up in the wrong hands. Through online fax solutions, you can rest assured that your documents are safely transferred. Cloud faxing for business operations allows you and your team to send and receive documents while enjoying benefits such as:

managed IT Services | Cyber Security

By: Jada Sterling, Digital Content Manager
November 20th, 2023

As a business leader, decisions about technology and upgrades most often hinge on one major factor: cost. The bottom line is, if the cost of a new business solution is above your budget, you likely won’t be able to justify purchasing it. That’s why it’s crucial to find services with transparent pricing, so you can make informed decisions about where you’d like to focus your resources.

Cyber Security

By: Jada Sterling, Digital Content Manager
November 15th, 2023

New methods of cyber-attacks against businesses emerge every year. With every new way hackers can steal your data, it might seem overwhelming to keep up. Luckily, you can take steps to fight back against cyber threats. This way, you can protect your business from being low-hanging fruit for attackers.

Managed Communications | Digital Signage

By: Jada Sterling, Digital Content Manager
November 13th, 2023

If you’re a school administrator or teacher, you know it’s getting tougher and tougher to keep students and parents engaged. With technology advancing, you might wonder if it’s time to upgrade your school’s digital signage. Here are five ways digital signage for schools can enhance learning, promote engagement, and improve overall communication.

Managed Print

By: Jada Sterling, Digital Content Manager
November 10th, 2023

Cloud-based applications have revolutionized business operations in the digital age. If the cloud is on your radar, you might have heard of the term “cloud printing”. So, what does it mean?

managed IT Services | Cyber Security

If you’re considering upgrading your business' cybersecurity due to the rise of cybercrime, you may not have a choice soon. The New York State Attorney General has issued a fine of over $300,000 to a business that had multiple attacks but inadequate risk controls.

Managed Communications

The cloud is a buzzword in business, no matter what your industry. Many businesses have been using only cloud based collaboration and communication tools for years. But you might still be trying to decide if this is the right time to move your business tools to the cloud. Here’s a rundown of cloud-based business communications solutions and things to consider.

Managed Communications

The holiday season is a great time to evaluate your business communication strategy. Employees will work both remotely and in-person to balance their work and family commitments. The first week of November is World Communications week, meant to educate and bridge gaps in communication between individuals, organizations, and even nations.

Managed Print | Usherwood

Located in scenic Alexandria Bay in Upstate New York, River Hospital provides vital medical care to the local community. Like any healthcare facility, they had a unique set of needs that placed data protection and patient care at the forefront of their printing needs.