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2022-05-03 09:29:00
What does the new normal look like now?
We’ve not heard a lot about the “new normal” recently. In our rush to put the pandemic behind us, the conversation has moved on. But there remain issues we need to be thinking about in the new post-pandemic world. We’ve heard a lot about how the pandemic lockdowns forced organisations to fast-track...
2022-04-28 09:42:34
How to implement multi-factor authentication
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) adds an extra layer of protection for your network access and user accounts. It costs little or nothing and is easy to implement – so, if you haven’t already, it’s a good idea to implement MFA.
2022-04-25 16:02:54
Businesses are spending more on IT this year
As a business owner or manager, you know how important good IT is. Your business couldn’t function without it. Your IT isn’t just about computers and data. It’s everything from your phone system, to your printers, to where you access your documents.
2022-04-21 11:11:09
Is your team still working at 10pm?
If you have people working remotely in your business, you’re probably used to emails flying around at all hours of the day or night. Working from home has been life-changing for some. Your people are able to be more flexible with their time during the day, fitting in time for school pick-ups and...
2022-04-20 13:57:18
Should you have one IT Support Partner – or several?
Should you stick to the one IT partner? Or is there a case to be made for working with more than one IT company? The Grant McGregor team considers your options. When we begin thinking about whether it’s a good idea to have a single or multiple IT partners, there is a general thought that opting to...
2022-04-12 12:19:03
New report on phishing email activity reveals an increasingly active threat landscape
The 2022 State of the Phish report has been published this month by security software firm Proofpoint. This year’s review of email-based cyber threats identifies some increased threats as well as detailing how well organisations are responding.
2022-04-05 08:00:00
Agencies warn of Russian hacker threat on MFA
New warnings have been issued by US Federal agencies about the increased threat of Russian cyber attackers. The latest warning pertains to multi-factor authentication. Please read on for more details. The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued a new security alert in...
2022-03-29 11:09:48
Two thirds of remote workers use a faulty device so they don’t get into trouble
A new report has discovered that 67% of remote workers are using faulty tech when they work remotely. And often that’s because they’ve accidentally damaged the tech themselves… they don’t want to admit it to their boss in case they get into trouble.
2022-03-22 09:09:45
Building a Greener Business through Technology
How can your technology choices play a role in helping your organisation achieve its net zero ambitions? The Grant McGregor team considers five possible options that might work for your organisation. With everything that’s happening in the world right now, the ambition of COP-26 seems a long way...
