Microsoft will be turning off Basic Authentication for E-mail for all tenants starting October 1, 2022. You can read the official announcement from Microsoft here: Microsoft Announcement This means that any device that is sending/receiving email must use modern authentication. Depending on the age and technical capabilities of your device it may or may not…
Small firms are facing very difficult staffing challenges. Smaller firms are losing current employees and finding it hard to compete with larger firm’s dollars. I offer a couple of ways to retain your current employees and possibly attract new ones. Studies have shown that more and more workers are opting for flexibility over salary. This…
Almost every firm is experiencing staffing issues. Leadership must ensure they are maximizing employee productivity. I divide these productivity enhancements into three categories: hardware, software, and time management. Hardware improvements can be the addition of monitors, replacing aging hardware, and if applicable, providing remote work abilities. Adding just 1 additional monitor to workstations can boost…
After Tax Season Technology Checklist: Review hardware replacement schedule and schedule replacements Your It provider should be providing you with a list of all your equipment with a 5-year replacement schedule and budget. Review this plan and schedule this year’s replacements. Schedule any application updates (QuickBooks, Sage, and etc.) Do you need to update your…
Having the right protections in place won’t alone protect you from today’s cyber attacks. Companies should also ensure they have the proper policies and procedures in place to protect against human mistakes. Some of these would be policies around money transfers, bank wires, and credit card activities. Also policies around sending passwords or other company…
Companies should not use Windows Home editions for business. There are many reasons why but the major highlights are: Windows updates can’t be properly managed in Home OS, they simply push all updates as they are released. Devices don’t come with BitLocker data encryption to protect your data in case of lost or stolen device…
During tax season we see a big up tick in tax scams. We suggest using the ARP method to protect from tax scams. Act Fast – File your taxes early and any attempts to trick you will be easily identified and protect you from someone trying to maliciously file with your social. Recognize – Educate…
Starting May 30, 2022, Google will no longer support the use of third-party apps or devices using only your google username and password. What does this mean? It means if you are using mail applications, older mobile phones, or using scan-to-email features on a copier they may no longer function. We have seen some firms…
Now that the craziness of tax season is over, it is a great time to get some strategic planning done. While tax season is still fresh of mind, we recommend you make a list with these items: What was the biggest frustration during the season? What was the one thing that you and your staff…
In a press release from the White House on March 22, 2022, the President states: “ I have previously warned about the potential that Russia could conduct malicious cyber activity against the United States, including as a response to the unprecedented economic costs we’ve imposed on Russia alongside our allies and partners. It’s part of Russia’s…