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Cybersecurity Risks Every Business Must Address

Posted on August 15, 2024

In the current era of rapid digital transformation, there are very few businesses left that have not taken advantage of the opportunities offered by the internet. The overwhelming majority of businesses of every size have migrated some, if not all,...

The Lifeline of Business: Understanding Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity

Posted on June 20, 2024

Disasters, whether natural or technological, strike unannounced. The aftermath can be catastrophic, especially for businesses unprepared for such contingencies. The keys to survival in these moments lie in two critical concepts: Disaster Recovery (DR) and Business Continuity (BC). Disaster Recovery:...

Safeguarding Your Digital Assets: The Imperative of Data Security in Scanning Services

Posted on April 25, 2024

Digital Document Security In an increasingly digital landscape, the transition from paper to digital documents is a crucial step for businesses seeking efficiency and agility. However, this shift also brings forth concerns regarding data security. Choosing a scanning service that...

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Maximizing Efficiency and Savings: Embracing Cloud Faxing Solutions

Posted on March 21, 2024

Understanding Cloud Faxing Technology Cloud faxing, also known as internet faxing or online faxing, is a method of sending and receiving faxes over the internet, instead of using a traditional fax machine and a landline phone connection. In cloud faxing,...

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Data Security as a Business Priority: Implementing Effective Safeguards

Posted on March 15, 2024

If you’re a business, you don’t want just anyone getting their hands on your data. Individuals don’t appreciate this any more than businesses, but data security is an even greater concern for companies since they hold both their own data...

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Unveiling the Key Changes in PCI DSS 4.0: Strengthening Security Standards

Posted on January 3, 2024

PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) Requirements PCI DSS 4.0 is the latest version of the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard, which outlines 12 requirements for companies that handle payment card data. Per Control Case, these requirements...

Cybersecurity Awareness Month: 5 Essential Tips to Protect Yourself Online

Posted on October 5, 2023

When many people think of October, they think of pumpkin spice, falling leaves and cooling temperatures. October is also Cyber Awareness month. Even making the slightest improvements in awareness, and security can make huge impacts in protecting you or your...

Unlocking Efficiency and Success: 10 Key Benefits of Managed IT Services

Posted on June 1, 2023

Outsourcing your IT needs to a Managed IT provider offers numerous benefits for businesses of all sizes and industries. In today's digital age, cyber security plays a critical role in the smooth operation and necessary growth of organizations. According to...

Social Engineering Attacks: What are they and how do you protect your organization

Posted on March 17, 2023

As cybersecurity budgets grow, many companies neglect the largest vulnerability… their users. In 2022, 9 out of 10 cyberattacks targeted end-user and employees versus firewalls and technology. To prevent these attacks, companies must offer end-user training around social engineering cyberattacks....

How Small- and Medium-Size Businesses Can Benefit From Cloud Migrations

Posted on February 21, 2023

According to a recent survey, 92% of organizations are actively using services connected to the cloud. Chances are you’ve already considered moving some or all your IT assets to the cloud. But where would this epic migration begin? Most companies...

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Identifying a Cybersecurity Attack Is the First Step in Preventing It

Posted on February 15, 2023

As cyberattacks against large businesses usually make the headlines, many believe that small businesses aren’t frequent targets. If you run a small business, don’t let that fool you. Big companies are aware of the risks and invest in good cybersecurity...

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Cyber Insurance for Small Business: An Investment Worth Making

Posted on February 7, 2023

Large breaches and cyber-attacks that expose gaps in pipelines, large banks, hospitals, government agencies, and fortune 500 companies make the news regularly. But every day small businesses in Rochester, St Cloud, Duluth and across Minnesota fall victim to bad actors...

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