As almost every organization has undergone dramatic changes in their Information Technology (IT) framework over the past few months, we noticed a lot of things: Some good, some bad and some are downright ugly. You need to know about all three:
The Good
By far the best of the good has been how so many organizations have enabled a remote workforce in a secure fashion.
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Why: So you have a big file you need to get over to your printer YESTERDAY and you can’t get it to “send” via email because the file is too big. What should you do? The right thing to do is contact your IT department (us!) so we can assist by installing a secure, commercial-grade file-sharing application.
We’re happy to be published in the NJBA Dimensions Newsletter (Spring/Summer 2020)! Click here and check out Page 7 for some key IT security strategies that all business managers and owners should take during the pandemic.
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
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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.
Insight From Innovation
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