Privacy is becoming increasingly important as more businesses move online. Last year, the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) went into effect, but it’s not only European businesses that need to comply with this regulation. U.S. companies need to pay attention to GDPR as well, especially if your business website gets traffic from European … Continued

It’s easy to understand why small- and medium-sized businesses might think that they’re at less of a risk for a cyber attack than larger businesses. Big companies have more private data and more information that could be appealing to hackers. Unfortunately, the truth is that any business, regardless of size, could be affected by a … Continued

What are two words that no small- to medium-sized business (or any size business, really) wants to hear? Data breach. Data breaches can be detrimental to SMBs, and these cyber attacks have been on the rise. Research found that 43% of small businesses are the target of cyber attacks, and 60% of SMBs go out … Continued

You rely heavily on technology to conduct business every day. From laptops to smartphones to tablets to desktop computers, most business is done digitally and online. So what happens when a component of your IT infrastructure fails? That’s where fault tolerance comes in. Understanding Fault Tolerance Fault tolerance allows your technology system to continue functioning … Continued

Creating a culture of cybersecurity at work is more important than ever these days. Since so much business is conducted online and over wifi networks, having protection in place keeps your company’s data and proprietary information secure. That’s why two-factor authentication (2FA) is becoming more of a requirement. What is Two-Factor Authentication? Two-factor authentication is … Continued

One thing that no business owner likes to think about is a disaster, but unfortunately, it is something you need to plan for. That’s why having a disaster recovery plan in place is imperative, especially when it comes to your technology. What is IT Disaster Recovery? IT disaster recovery is a security measure put in … Continued

When discussing technology, there’s a good chance you’ve heard the term “firewall” more than once. But what exactly is a firewall, and why it is important to have a one in place for your business in Naperville, Hinsdale, or the surrounding suburbs? What is a Computer Firewall? Firewalls are software programs that offer network security. … Continued

When you think about running your company, your business and marketing strategies might come immediately to mind. But what about your IT strategy? With today’s advancements in technology, and hardware and software playing a big role in how we do business, it’s important to have a proper technology strategy in place. It should be connected … Continued

Productivity issues not only affect the success of your business, but they affect employee morale as well. When things aren’t working as they should, it leads to frustration and unhappiness within your team. One area that can really affect productivity is technology, so it’s important to assess the functionality of your IT infrastructure in order … Continued

When it comes to creating a budget for your business, there’s a lot to consider. There are operational costs and money to pay employees, of course. You’ll also need to include your IT in your budget. This can include purchasing new hardware or software, hiring a managed IT services provider, or providing training for current … Continued