Security Executive Commentary
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ASCII Insight: MSPs Share Their Thought On Supply Chain Disruption
2/18/2022
In our ongoing quest to provide you with the best business advice possible, we’ve partnered with The ASCII Group and their members who are going to share their thoughts on timely topics or best business practices. In this article, seven ASCII members answered our questions about supply chain disruption.
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Adaptability Is Key: 4 Predictions On Cloud Migration And Innovation In 2022
1/4/2022
As 2022 quickly approaches, it’s essential to understand the recent shifts surrounding cloud migration that will impact the year to come. Over the last 18 months, there has been a steady increase in reliance on cloud technologies. With enterprises on both a national and international level moving toward remote work, quick adjustments are being made. The need to gain a better understanding of cloud technologies and how they can work best for us is of growing importance.
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Securely Empowering SMB Virtual Workforces: Why Virtual Desktops Make Sense
12/28/2021
Many SMBs struggle not only when it comes to selecting the right security solutions but also in evaluating the benefits and detriments of other IT solutions in accordance with their overall security posture. MSPs can provide tremendous value in recommending the right approach and components for each customers’ unique IT and security needs and give insight on security benefits and drawbacks when evaluating adding new technologies like virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) to support emerging business priorities such as supporting hybrid work.
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ASCII Insight MSPs Share Their Thoughts On The Year That Was And What The Future Holds
12/15/2021
In this article, the following ASCII members answered our questions about what happened in the Channel this past year, as well as what to expect in 2022.
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The Ballad Of A Cybersecurity Leader
11/18/2021
Balancing protective strategy with a vision for growth and empathy for staff.
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Why IT Teams Should Adopt A 'Zero Trust' Approach When It Comes To Network Security
11/8/2021
The FBI saw cyberattack complaints rise in the United States by nearly 20% between 2019 and 2020, while the collective cost of ransomware attacks reported rose more than 200% in 2020. The move to remote working, with the majority of employees working away from their normal locations for the first time, combined with workers and IT support functions inexperienced with security best-practices for remote access to corporate resources, created opportunities for hackers and other threat actors to take advantage of.
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ASCII Insight: MSPs Share Their Thoughts On All Things Cybersecurity
10/22/2021
In this article, ASCII members answered our questions about how cybersecurity; from developing a strong strategy for yourself to working with clients who don’t think it’s important.
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Keeping Safe: How To Protect Your Company's Data
10/21/2021
In this digital age, companies are becoming increasingly more serious about protecting their data. Implementing strategies and tactics to protect sensitive information, will allow companies to protect their customers from fraud and identity theft. It also will help to safeguard the reputation of their firm.
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Helpful Or Headache: Using Internal Testing To Improve The Cybersecurity Defenses Of An Organization
10/15/2021
It’s October once again, and that means it is National Cybersecurity Awareness month. As we explore this year’s themes, first up is “Fight the Phish.” Arguably, phishing, smishing, spear-phishing and other similar attacks have historically been wildly successful for hackers at causing unsuspecting users to give up valuable sign-on credentials and passwords. These security missteps consequently leave troves of sensitive personal and corporate data vulnerable to theft. To halt this still-too-frequent practice, organizations can implement regular internal testing to ensure executives, employees and security teams are not just aware of the threat of phishing tactics but prepared to identify and avoid them in the workplace and at home.
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How To Ensure The Security Of An Enterprise B2B Portal
10/4/2021
In today's business reality, developing a portal often becomes a natural step for any B2B enterprise moving toward digital transformation. Business web portals allow companies to connect customers and partners, help provide all parties with relevant information and enable customer self-service.