Posts by James Kirby
Microsoft Users Warned About A “Huge Uptick” In Office 365 Spearphishing Attacks
Microsoft recently issued a warning to businesses – cybercriminals are using spearphishing attacks to steal sensitive data. The software company said there has been a “huge uptick” in spearphishing attacks this year. In a recent incident, Threat Post reported that emails made to look like they were being sent from Kaspersky targeted Office 365 users. The emails…
Read MoreGartner Hails Microsoft As A Leader In UCaaS
For businesses to remain competitive, and indeed, to survive in congested markets, investing in business-critical tools is essential. In the current climate, a pressing issue is a new approach to communications technology. Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS), has proven to be the most resilient enterprise communication service in recent years. With UK landlines due…
Read MoreIs Microsoft 365 Backed-Up?
Data backup is a critical process for disaster recovery and business continuity. So important, in fact, that it is wise to be informed whether Microsoft 365 is backed up. The short answer to the title question is yes and no. Whilst Microsoft does back up Office 365 data, it does have limitations. On the one…
Read MoreBenefits of The New Windows 11 For Businesses
Microsoft announced the new version of Windows 11 during the summer. The official launch date is set for October 5th. There was a smattering of excitement following the marketing claims distributed by the tech giant. Windows 11 is designed to help make businesses work smarter, be more productive and creative. The biggest selling point is…
Read MoreIT Support Essentials When Relocating Offices
The 2020 coronavirus pandemic caused upheaval in virtually every facet of life. In the aftermath of the lockdown slowdown, businesses are still searching for solutions that enable them to navigate the “new normal” and plan for the future. Peaks and troughs are cyclical occurrences in the life of any business. Economic uncertainty and the mass…
Read MoreHow To Protect Data In The Cloud
The fallout of a year-long pandemic has changed the outlook for numerous businesses. A report published by McKinsey suggests companies have to “get real” about a hybrid workplace. Yet one question gnaws at IT managers and C-Suite executives. How do you protect data in the cloud? It’s a legitimate question – and one that can…
Read MoreGoing Online? What You Need To Know About The Digital Transformation
Digital marketing agencies and search engines optimisation (SEO) practitioners have been banging the digital transformation drum for years. Were they merely drumming up business? You can be forgiven for thinking the digital arena is overwhelming. The competition is global. And if you’re not comfortable with digital technologies, trying to wrap your head around SEO and…
Read MoreThe New Microsoft Windows 365 Cloud PC Service: What Is It?
You may, or may not, have heard the murmurings about Microsoft’s new Cloud PC – Windows 365. It’s been quietly rolled out to business users with a minimal amount of fanfare. Windows 365 has been in the making since 2013 apparently but has arrived bang on time to help businesses pivot to a hybrid workplace. The…
Read MoreThe Future of IT Support Services
IT Support Services in the post-pandemic era will have a central role to play in creating the “new normal.” Mass adoption of cloud technologies is only the first starting point in the next stage of the digital revolution. As businesses move away from legacy systems, the next phase of IT solutions will start rolling out.…
Read MoreHow To Perform An IT Audit
IT audits are tedious. That said, they are a necessity. Internal audits enable you to dig deep into operations, improve efficiency and tighten up security to ensure your IT system adds value to the business and meet compliance. You probably know from experience that time and money is wasted due to IT failures. Availability is…
Read MoreHow To Protect Your Business From GDPR Penalties
When the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) was introduced in March 2018, most commentators missed the most pressing issue. And that could have left thousands of UK businesses vulnerable to GDPR penalties. Few commentators in the digital marketing sphere recognised the devastating impact the EU’s heavy-handed approach to data protection would have. At the time,…
Read MoreRansomware: “We’re Just Playing Goalie”
The chief of a leading cybersecurity firm has raised concerns that the growth in digital platforms and cryptocurrencies shows a direct correlation with the rise in ransomware attacks. Should executives be concerned and are there any IT solutions that can help protect companies from ransomware attacks? The warning shot comes from Kevin Mandia, CEO of FireEye,…
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