IT, Cybersecurity
& Compliance Insights from Integris

Key Takeaways Many IT managed service providers (MSPs) offer IT Asset Management services as a key part of their contracts. This allows businesses to take the daily tasks of IT inventory and management out of house, freeing up internal staff for more strategic tasks. In addition to the physical management of a company’s devices, IT…

A full 70% of banks in the US are spending more on their cybersecurity in 2025.  How do we know? We asked. As part of our latest Integris report, Understanding U.S. Banks Annual IT spend in 2025, we talked to nearly 1000 bank executives across the US, and the results were pretty consistent across the…

Your clients come to your firm for results—often under extraordinary circumstances. When you’re burning the night oil on your latest case, the last thing you need to be thinking about is whether or not you can resolve some glitch with your computer after hours, or whether or not you’ve just transferred a file securely. You…

Your employees are your best defense against hackers.  It’s a motto you’ll hear over and over in cybersecurity circles, especially among organizations like banks with a high need for privacy and compliance. But it’s only half the story. After all, you can’t have highly motivated, security-conscious employees without all the training, policies, tools, and overall…

In one breathtaking launch, DeepSeek cast itself as the monopoly-breaking, nimble AI platform of the future, ready to usher in a new era of cheap, efficient AI that anyone can access.  The world has been taking them up on it. Soon after its introduction, DeepSeek surged to the most downloaded AI platform on Apple’s online…

Key Takeaways: Looking to justify the expense of your new managed IT services contract? Here’s How to measure the ROI in managed IT services: Find out what’s important to your senior leadership, such as improved customer experience, reduced downtime, reductions in IT overhead, increased operational maturity, and speedier IT service. Begin your ROI story here….

What Are Best Practices for Managing IT Projects? The Quick Take Managing IT projects effectively is crucial for ensuring success and maximizing ROI. Here are the best practices to follow: Define Clear Objectives and Scope: Set specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals. Involve stakeholders early and regularly review objectives. Develop a Detailed Project…

What Is the Future of Managed IT Services? The Quick Take: The future of managed IT services for small and medium-sized businesses is bright, with the market expected to grow from $1.735 trillion to $2.173 trillion by 2028. Key trends driving this growth include: Cloud Migration: More operations will move to the cloud, offering cost…

With a new administration coming in, 2025 promises to be a year of change. But will it significantly impact banking regulation and your bank’s cybersecurity? No one has a crystal ball, of course, but recent global outlooks for the banking industry seem to point to two conclusions: Banking regulation will likely loosen overall as our…

Banks are spending more on their IT in 2025, especially on bank cybersecurity. How do we know? We asked. In our latest Integris special report, Understanding US Banks Annual IT Spend in 2025, we surveyed over 1,000 bank executives in US banks with $3 million to $20 billion in assets. All of them told us…

What Is the Managed IT Services Onboarding Process Like?   The Quick Take What is the Managed IT Services Onboarding Process LIke? Smart onboarding will ensure there are no security snafus, software incompatibilities, or lapses in end-user support. Fortunately, there are many standard best practices before and after the contract are signed to help ease…

How Can Managed IT Services Improve my Business Security: The Quick Take Managed IT services provide a comprehensive solution for businesses looking to enhance their security posture. By partnering with a Managed IT Service Provider (MSP), companies can outsource their IT security needs, benefiting from continuous monitoring, support from certified security experts, and advanced threat…

What Are the Benefits of Managed IT Services? The Quick Take— Companies outsourcing their IT often find their infrastructure is stronger and their service response is better than when they tried to handle all their IT tasks internally. Here are the top ways the benefits of managed IT services work for their clients: Cost Efficiency:…

What Are Managed IT Services? The Quick Take: Managed IT services involve outsourcing your company’s IT operations to a specialized provider, ensuring your technology infrastructure is expertly managed, monitored, and maintained. These Managed IT Service Providers (MSPs) offer their clients a proactive approach—enhancing efficiency and cybersecurity, while allowing clients to offload the hassle of daily…

Where Can I Find Reviews of Managed IT Firms? The Quick Take Businesses looking for a reputable managed IT services provider have several options for finding the best third-party rankings and reviews, including: Third party review sites—such as industry-favorite, Clutch, or others like TrustRadius, Design Rush, and UpCity. It’s important, however, to understand how the…