In 2023, the ominous specter of identity theft looms larger than ever. Recent reports indicate that identity theft continues to plague Americans: in the first half of the year alone, nearly 560,000 cases of identity theft were reported nationwide. This unsettling...
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The 10 essential topics every cybersecurity awareness program should cover
In today’s interconnected world where technology is an integral part of our daily lives, the importance of cybersecurity cannot be overstated. As cyberthreats continue to evolve, organizations must empower their employees with the skills and knowledge that will enable...
5 Phishing facts in 2023 every business owner should know
Phishing is a social engineering attack that relies on manipulation, deception, and human error to steal vital information and/or to gain unauthorized access to a computer system. In a phishing scam, cybercriminals impersonate trustworthy institutions and send an...
3 Ways to cybersecurity incident preparedness
While a major part of cybersecurity involves protecting your business from threats, you should also be prepared for what to do should you fall victim to cybercrime. A successful cyberattack can cost millions of dollars in data loss, legal penalties, and reputational...
Essential off-site backup strategies to ensure data redundancy and disaster recovery
The importance of off-site data backup, or the practice of storing data in a remote or an external location, cannot be overstated. By maintaining a copy of important data in a secure off-site location, businesses can protect themselves from data loss events such as...
Leverage these technologies to improve customer service
Excellent customer service leads to high customer satisfaction and loyalty, making it indispensable to your business’s success. Customers who receive exceptional service typically have positive experiences and develop a strong emotional connection with your brand, so...
Easy strategies for effective password management
We’ve talked about how the human factor can weaken your cybersecurity in our previous blog article, and for good reason. One of the most common causes of cyberattacks is human negligence or error, which allows cybercriminals to access systems due to weak or stolen...
3 Essential things every business owner should know about IT security in 2023
For cybercriminals, the Garden State is fertile ground for their nefarious activities. In 2022, New Jersey was hit by 375 confirmed attacks; many more may have not been reported. That’s why in March 2023, Governor Phil Murphy signed a law requiring state public...
Backup and recovery terms that you should know in 2023
New Jersey business owners know all too well the havoc that natural and man-made disasters can wreak on their operations, and so should take backup and recovery seriously. Who can forget the wrath of Hurricane Sandy, the costliest natural disaster in the history of...
Top solutions to solve nonprofits’ most common IT issues
Nonprofit organizations play a vital role in New Jersey by addressing various societal needs and contributing to the well-being of its residents. These nonprofits also stimulate the state’s economy by creating jobs and generating revenue. According to the NJ Center...
IT for businesses: The importance of system integration
An efficient IT infrastructure plays a pivotal role in ensuring that business operations always run smoothly. However, as modern IT infrastructures continue to become increasingly complex and disjointed, businesses are finding it more difficult to achieve efficiency....
Top 7 mistakes to be careful of when outsourcing your IT
Getting an IT partner and availing their IT services can be a great way to save money, improve efficiency, and gain access to specialized skills. However, as with any business partnership, you must set your partnership up to succeed. Do this by avoiding the seven...