Knowledge is power, and this is especially true in today’s digitally connected world.  Having a reliable system in place to protect your information is critical to your IT security.  The Dark Web is a hotbed for the resale of stolen credentials, personal information, and other sensitive data that could be used to exploit your business and privacy.

Employee Monitoring is Sometimes Necessary
On occasion, we are asked to assist in monitoring an employee’s computer usage. We always advise that this type of monitoring should not be done without a person’s permission. In fact, we encourage our clients to have and maintain IT policies that clearly document what is and what is not permitted on a company-owned computer and network before any issues occur.

In 1984, Rockwell introduced his debut single on Motown records—"Somebody’s Watching Me.”  The well-known lyrics of the chorus are apropos to today’s small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs).  Like it or not, somebody is always watching your business’ every move as closely as through a microscope.

Insight From Innovation

In this issue:

• Somebody’s Watching SMBs Very Closely
• Introducing…Thomas Smith
• See the World as Never Before
• Spying from Afar
• Knowledge is Power!

There’s no denying that two screens are typically better than one.  But what if one screen was the size of two monitors?

Ultrawide monitors have a 21:9 aspect ratio, which is close to what you would see on a movie screen.  How is that better?  Well, those who have used a dual monitor setup in the past may remember the slight coloration differences between the two monitors or the “break” that you get in the center.

Virtual Private Network or VPN allows users to establish a secure, private connection or tunnel between two points.  The communication between these two points is encrypted to ensure privacy and security.  This is particularly important during this COVID-19 Stay-At-Home Order.

During uncertain times like these, people look to leaders for guidance on how to move forward. So, during these unusual circumstances in all our lives, it is time for leaders to act as influential teachers and take action. This is the time to show vision and knowledge and move forward.

Check out our very own Ken Toumey's "Zoom" twist on a classic.

Who would have thought only a few short weeks ago that meetings are now much more likely to occur via videoconference than any other way?  This method of connection is the new norm in these strange days.

Insight From Innovation

In this issue:

• Leaders with Vision Show the Way
• The Next Best Thing to Being There
• Get Tunnel Vision with a Virtual Private Network (VPN)
• Password Headaches
• The Bigger the Better