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  • Why Is My Laptop Draining So Fast?

    Susan Gosselin | February 1, 2024

    Before You Replace Your Laptop Battery, Try These Fixes First Stuck with a laptop that’s running out way before it’s standard 8-10 hours of run time? Don’t throw it out just yet.  Try these quick fixes to extend its life: Reduce your screen brightness If possible, turn off the backlight on your keyboard Shut off…

  • Hot Topics for Cybersecurity in 2024

    Susan Gosselin | January 31, 2024

    As we go into 2024, Cybercrime now accounts for $8 Trillion US dollars—enough to make it the third largest “economy” after the US and China.   As scary as that number is, it is the downstream effects of Cybercrime that are so serious. Hacked businesses experience the destruction of data, lost productivity, theft of intellectual property,…

  • Embracing ISO 27001: A Blueprint for Information Security Excellence

    Darrin Maggy, CISSP | January 9, 2024

    Information is one of the most valuable assets a business can possess. With the increasing frequency and sophistication of cyber threats, protecting sensitive data has become a top priority for organizations across all industries. This is where ISO 27001 comes into play, serving as a beacon of assurance and guidance in information security.    Understanding…

  • Integris Inspire 2024: New Ideas, Coming to a City Near You

    Lauren Horwitz | January 8, 2024

    Last year, we assembled a client advisory council to learn more about the challenges you face and what you need from a managed IT service provider. We heard a lot about your practical needs—needs for tools, service coverage, or productivity hacks for your platforms, of course. But the directive we heard most often was this:…

  • How to Navigate the Cybersecurity Workforce Shortage

    Carl Keyser | January 5, 2024

    Cybersecurity stats are in for 2023, and the numbers aren’t pretty. Ransomware attacks are up by 95 percent over 2022, according to the latest analysis by Corvus, a cyber risk insurer. With the inevitable rise in attacks coming in election year 2024, it’s enough to make any size company wonder “should I hire a cybersecurity…

  • Cybersecurity Plans, Policies, and Procedures: A Guide

    Darrin Maggy, CISSP | January 4, 2024

    The proliferation of cyber threats has underscored the critical importance of robust cybersecurity measures for organizations and industries. As cybercriminals evolve and adapt their tactics, protecting sensitive data, critical systems, and digital infrastructure has become an essential priority.  To address these challenges, organizations must establish comprehensive cybersecurity plans, policies, and procedures that effectively manage risks,…