• Equifax Hack:  What We Know Right Now!

    Equifax Hack: What We Know Right Now!

    More Than 50% of All Social Security Numbers in The U.S. Were Stolen.  Make Sure Yours Isn’t on The List. On Thursday, September 7, 2017, hackers stole the names and social security numbers of 143 million Americans after a massive breach of Equifax. That’s more than half of the adult population. Amazing, right? Not really—Cybercriminals […]
  • The Balancing Act: Leveraging Enterprise Technology on a Non-Profit Budget

    The Balancing Act: Leveraging Enterprise Technology on a Non-Profit Budget

    Nonprofit leaders are seeing how enterprise-level tech can amplify social impact. See how creative financing can make world-class tech affordable.   Non-profit organizations around the world often have a love-hate relationship with technology. Business leaders can see the value of enterprise-level software for effectively driving their organization forward, but tight budgets can make it exceptionally […]
  • Introducing…Dropbox’s Next Attempt To Secure Your Data

    Introducing…Dropbox’s Next Attempt To Secure Your Data

    Dropbox’s New Mobile Two-Factor Authentication Is a Step in The Right Direction—Or Is It? Cybersecurity is a massive concern in today’s world of hackers and malware—And cloud-based storage platforms are certainly not immune to attack. While two-factor authentication is prevalent in a variety of spaces, Dropbox only recently rolled out an update to their mobile […]
  • Is Your “Just Okay” Technology a Ticking Time Bomb?

    Is Your “Just Okay” Technology a Ticking Time Bomb?

    Technology should never be “just okay” — it’s a key factor in the success of your business. Why focus on the status quo when you could be supercharging growth?   If you had an opportunity to make your organization 25-50% more efficient, would you take it or simply say “Nah, no need. We’re okay for […]
  • Flying Without A Laptop Is Now Possible

    Flying Without A Laptop Is Now Possible

    With Windows, You Can Forget Flying with Your Laptop.   Flying is tough enough without having to lug your laptop onboard with you. Windows to Go can help you lighten your load! 9/11 changed a lot in the U.S. Over fifteen years later, the attack it is still shaping national and international security decisions. Airplane […]
  • Don’t Mess with Scammers

    Don’t Mess with Scammers

    Just because you know that an email is a phishing attempt, doesn’t make it safe for you to play along. Discover the dangers of engaging scammers online.   Most of us find phishing emails in our inbox each month—Some of them are so outrageous that they make us laugh out loud. How many times have […]
  • The Canadian Government Says High-Speed Internet is Essential. 

    The Canadian Government Says High-Speed Internet is Essential. 

    As a business owner in Canada, the Internet is crucial to our operations, productivity and success.  How important is the Internet to you? Would you go as far to say that it’s essential for a decent quality of life? Thankfully, the lawmakers in Canada believe it is. Food, shelter, clothes, and a high-speed broadband Internet […]
  • Tech Tuesday: BitLocker Keeps Windows Secure.

    Tech Tuesday: BitLocker Keeps Windows Secure.

    The Prevalence of Cybercrime Cybercrime is the fastest growing economic crime throughout the world, with countries such as the US and UK seeing double-digit growth every year. Preventing criminals from taking control of your digital assets is essential. This requires diligent risk assessments, robust compliance policies, and standardized procedures designed to limit the potential of […]
  • Ransomware + Failed Backups = A Disaster Waiting to Happen

    Ransomware + Failed Backups = A Disaster Waiting to Happen

    To say that cyberattacks are dangerous to the health and success of a small business is something of an understatement. According to one study, an incredible 60% of all small businesses close their doors within just six months of a successful cyberattack taking place. The attack itself can cause an initial shock, but the consequences of […]
  • The Best Marketing Lessons U.S. Presidents Have Ever Taught Us

    The Best Marketing Lessons U.S. Presidents Have Ever Taught Us

    The Presidents have a lot of lessons to teach about PR and branding. Here are some of our favorite historical examples. U.S. Presidents have been managing their own brands long before the internet, or Twitter, or even the concept of marketing your brand existed. And dealing with the issues of an entire country can often […]
  • Skype and BMW Bring Productivity to Your Daily Commute

    Skype and BMW Bring Productivity to Your Daily Commute

    You spend a lot of time commuting—Don’t let this time go to waste! Skype and BMW want to help you be more productive while driving.   How much time do you spend behind the wheel each year? If you’re like the average American, you drive an incredible 290 hours annually! This is almost seven, 40-hour work weeks! […]
  • How to Use LinkedIn as a Powerful Branding Tool

    How to Use LinkedIn as a Powerful Branding Tool

    LinkedIn can be a powerful engagement and SEO tool — if you use it correctly. For B2B companies and growing businesses looking to expand their reach, LinkedIn is an often-underutilized platform: It’s not just about networking – it has tremendous brand-building potential. When making more complex decisions about purchasing products and services, buyers turn to […]