Last week, CrowdStrike, a leading cybersecurity firm, triggered the largest IT outage in history. The cause was not a hacker group, but rather an erroneous update pushed out. It's important to recognize the extent of this disruption, affecting 8.5 million PCs across various sectors and organization...
Shadow IT is a phenomenon that lurks in the corners of organizations, presenting both opportunities and risks that businesses must grapple with in their quest for efficiency and innovation. What is Shadow IT? Shadow IT refers to the use of IT systems, devices, software, applications, and services...
Fighting cybercrime is like playing a never-ending game of cat and mouse. Even with extensive preventative measures, the world of cyber-attacks is rapidly expanding and unfortunately cyberattacks still occur. Are you ready to act if your business gets attacked? There are very specific instructions you should...
Are you frustrated with your Microsoft 365 or SharePoint environment? Do you struggle to find documents? Is it painful to share or collaborate with your colleagues? Chances are your M365 governance was not established correctly or kept up with. You have invested in Microsoft 365’s comprehensive suite...
Business leaders today face mounting pressure to mitigate any risks that could impact the financial health and operational continuity of their organizations. The complexities of global markets, tech advancements, and geopolitical and economic uncertainties have heightened the need for a robust and proactive approach to...
Staying connected and efficient is the keystone to running a successful business today. As the CEO or CFO of a small to medium-sized business, you understand the importance of getting the most value out of the tools you’re already paying for to keep your employees...
As a small or medium-sized businesses (SMBs) you can't afford to overlook the importance of digital transformation. It's more than just a trendy term; it's a crucial step for survival and expansion. Digital transformation is about integrating digital technology into every aspect of your business to...
Are you keeping up with the business tech world or falling behind? Small businesses leaders wear so many hats, it’s easy to push off things like tech innovation and IT strategic business planning when things simply work as they are now. But that’s where your SMB...
Are you taking the time to evaluate your strategic partners and vendors? Are you getting the value you deserve? Are your evolving business needs adequately met? Your IT services provider is no exception. At Proper Sky we talk to several small businesses every week who outsource...
Some Practical Business Continuity Planning and IT Advice for Small Businesses Affected by the Coronavirus. As Covid 19 affects us all here in the states. Here are some "quick wins" you can take to ensure your business stays up and working while you...
In simple terms, business continuity is what you do to make sure your business suffers the minimum possible disruption from an unexpected interruption. This could include a network crash, cyber attack, or physical damage to equipment. It's a concept that has replaced the old term,...