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MFA For All Accounts: How MFA Can Help You Securely Access and Manage Your Applications Easily and Conveniently. Use MFA for all personal and professional accounts
by PCA Contributor | May 11, 2023 | Coaching, Cybersecurity, Managed Solutions | 0 Comments
Multi-factor authentication is a critical aspect of data security in today’s world. It can help you ensure that all applications are secure and confidential, including email, bank accounts and social media accounts. MFA is an essential part of any good security plan to protect both personal and professional data.

Do You Really Need to Use Multi-Factor Authentication?
by PCA Contributor | April 14, 2023 | Coaching, Cybersecurity, Managed Solutions | 0 Comments
There’s no question that we live in a digital world. We do everything from our phones – from ordering food to hailing a ride to checking our bank account – and we store all our important information online. But as convenient as this digital world is, that convenience comes with risks. Multi-factor authentication is an excellent solution for mitigating that risk.

Benefits of Hiring a VCIO for Your Technology Investments
by PCA Contributor | April 13, 2023 | Coaching, Cybersecurity, Managed Solutions, VCIO | 0 Comments
In today’s fast-paced business environment, technology is playing an increasingly important role in driving growth and success. Even though a large majority of businesses would not be able to do business without using technology, most small to midsize organizations do not have an internal employee dedicated to managing their technology investments. With so many options available, it can be challenging to determine the best technology investments to make for your organization. This is where a Virtual Chief Information Officer (VCIO) can be an invaluable asset.

7 Steps to Create a Technology Budget for Business Success
by PCA Contributor | April 13, 2023 | Backup Management, Coaching, Managed Solutions | 0 Comments
Do you have a technology budget? Was it created to help your business be a success? As a business owner or manager, you know that technology is essential to the success of your company, but you may not have the first clue about how to create a technology budget that will keep your business competitive. Read below to learn 7 steps to create your business technology budget.

Cybersecurity for Law Firms: How to Safeguard Client Information and Maintain Trust
by PCA Contributor | April 13, 2023 | Cybersecurity, Managed Solutions | 0 Comments
With sensitive client information at risk, it is essential for law firms to have robust cybersecurity measures in place to safeguard their clients’ data and maintain trust.

5 Steps for Proactive Technology Budgeting for Law Firms
by PCA Contributor | April 12, 2023 | Coaching, Managed Solutions | 0 Comments
Technology budgeting for law firms can be a challenge, but it is a step that must be met head-on. As the legal landscape changes, so too must the way law firms do business. This includes the way firms budget for and invest in technology. Here are 5 steps for proactive technology spending.

5 Advanced Email Security Techniques You Might Not Know
by PCA Contributor | March 9, 2023 | Cybersecurity, Featured | 0 Comments
While we all wish we really had an ultra-wealthy friend in a distant country that wants to give us money if we just click on their email link, we know it’s too good to be true. Today’s email phishing tactics are typically much more sophisticated, which means the technology and techniques we use to stop them must be, too.

Does the LastPass Hack Affect Me?
by Ted Clouser | March 2, 2023 | Coaching, Cybersecurity, Managed Solutions | 0 Comments
Do you use LastPass password manager? Are you certain your Master Password is super strong and unique? The latest update from LastPass means you need to check.

4 Reasons You Need a vCIO
by PCA Contributor | February 28, 2023 | Coaching, Cybersecurity, Managed Solutions | 0 Comments
A virtual Chief Information Officer (vCIO) can make sure your systems have the right defense barriers in place for cybersecurity attacks and technology updates. You and your IT team can finally sleep soundly knowing your vCIO has got your back with hacking, malware, phishing, unpatched software, and any other cybersecurity threats.

Vishing: The Dangers You Need To Know
by PCA Contributor | February 27, 2023 | Coaching, Cybersecurity, Phones/VoIP | 0 Comments
Vishing is a type of phishing attack that uses voice calls or VoIP to trick victims into giving away personal information or financial data. Vishing attacks are becoming more common as VoIP technology becomes more widespread. It is important to be aware of the dangers of vishing and to know how to protect yourself from these attacks.

EVENT: Trap Shoot & Tech Talk
by PCA Contributor | February 21, 2023 | Event | 0 Comments
Thursday, March 30, 2023
Join us for a fun afternoon event of trap shooting with lunch and a tech talk presentation about VoIP and data solutions for your company.

How a CISSP Can Help Financial Institutions with Data Security
by PCA Contributor | February 21, 2023 | Cybersecurity, Featured, Managed Solutions | 0 Comments
Financial institutions are responsible for protecting vast amounts of sensitive customer information and must remain compliant with strict industry regulations. To ensure data security, it is critical for them to have a solid security strategy that is regularly reviewed and updated as needed.

The Dangers of Shadow IT
by PCA Contributor | February 17, 2023 | Cybersecurity, Managed Solutions | 0 Comments
For organizations subject to stringent compliance regulations, the risk of shadow IT can have far-reaching consequences.

EVENT: Pour Over IT- Managing IT in Your Office
by PCA Contributor | February 16, 2023 | Event | 0 Comments
Thursday, February 23, 2023
Join us for a fun lunchtime event with an open discussion about the pain points that office managers commonly experience with technology, while also getting to paint!

Why You Need A Cybersecurity Service Provider: 5 Reasons
by PCA Contributor | February 9, 2023 | Cybersecurity, Featured, Managed Solutions | 0 Comments
When it comes to cybersecurity, small businesses face the same risks as large enterprises – but with fewer resources to defend themselves.

Do You Have an IT Roadmap for Success?
by PCA Contributor | February 2, 2023 | Coaching, Featured, Managed Solutions | 0 Comments
These days, it is not enough to have a roadmap. You need a strategic IT roadmap that’ll help your company grow.

What is a Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP)?
by PCA Contributor | January 20, 2023 | Coaching, Featured, Managed Solutions | 0 Comments
Even small and mid-size companies can benefit by offloading IT tasks to a managed service provider who can provide services remotely.

Pick Up The Phone and Consider a VoIP Telephone System
by PCA Contributor | January 14, 2023 | Coaching, Featured, Phones/VoIP | 0 Comments
VoIP stands for Voice over Internet Protocol, which is a cloud based phone system. Why choose VoIP over traditional phone lines? Multiple excellent reasons.