Usherwood Blog

Stay informed with updates and tips from our experts in the managed IT industry and hear the latest news about our team at Usherwood.

Security Cameras & Access Control

If you’re in the market for security systems in Rhode Island, it can feel frustrating to pinpoint companies that offer the right products and quality service. It might seem like your options are limited, but there are several quality security companies in Rhode Island to choose from.

managed IT Services | Cyber Security

It may seem like a nightmare scenario, but the rise in ransomware attacks has led some business leaders to ask themselves what they’d do if faced with one. Who should you call first? Should you engage with cyber attackers? If not, who should?

Usherwood

Charles Irving Usherwood, 90, of Cicero N.Y., founder of Usherwood Office Technology, passed on June 18, 2024. A legendary business leader and family man, Charles (Charlie) Usherwood forged a legacy that all started with a small business technology shop located in Oswego, N.Y. in 1976.

Cyber Security

Following longstanding concerns over the software company’s ties to Russian intelligence, the antivirus software Kaspersky Total Security was officially banned for sale, resale, and licensing in the US.

Mailing Solutions

We Review Top IMI-Compliant Postage Meter Machines The deadline for postage meter decertification is here, and as of June 30th, 2024, all IBI postage machines are officially decertified by the USPS. This means that time is running out for businesses to find new IMI-compliant machines before December 2024, when all IBI machines will be decommissioned from use.

Could you afford a 2-7% drop in your top-line revenue? That's what experts estimate for new vehicle sales nationwide in June 2024 following a massive cyberattack against CDK Global, a dealership software company. This attack sent the automotive industry reeling as dealerships scrambled to make transactions without the provider's critical services.

Managed Communications | Video Conferencing

You're likely aware that the efficiency of your business hinges on the quality of your communication system. Things like faulty phone systems or poorly integrated tools can spell slowdowns and frustration in day-to-day operations.

Cyber Security

With cyberattacks threatening businesses at an alarming rate, many leaders are exploring their options for cyber insurance. Cyber threats in the digital age are becoming more complex and sinister than simple phishing emails. Some of these threats may include:

Security Cameras & Access Control

If you work in the healthcare industry, you’re likely aware of the risks that doctors, nurses, and staff take on when doing their jobs every day. Aggressive patients, theft, malpractice, and other security issues make adequate security and surveillance systems a major necessity in any healthcare setting.

managed IT Services

General Manager of Schneider’s Flooring America Paul Deschenes once had concerns for his business' network security. He also needed a reliable service to take the headache out of IT.