In the world of cybersecurity, October is more than just the onset of autumn; it’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Declared as such by some anonymous “powers that be,” this month serves as a vital reminder of the critical role each one of us plays in protecting the digital landscapes of our organizations. But, there’s a harsh….
Navigating the Spectrum: Exploring the Three Flavors of Outsourced IT Service Providers
The following depiction is used as an oversimplification of the market to help you visualize the types of service providers offering outsourced IT Services. This generalization is based on our opinions and knowledge of the market for what we often call “Managed IT Services”. In greater Pittsburgh alone there are likely over 100 outfits to….
Understanding Supply Chain Attacks and Protecting Your Vendor/Supplier Ecosystem
As a business owner or executive, cybersecurity has become a considerable concern you have to pay attention to. The increasing efforts of cyber criminals need to be addressed within your organization to ensure you are mitigating risks and working to prevent a cyberattack. One particular area that demands attention is Supply Chain Attacks. Supply chain….
Building Resilience: The Importance of Business Continuity Planning
As the saying goes, “Hope for the best, but prepare for the worst.” That’s exactly what a business continuity plan (BCP) does – it helps organizations prepare for unexpected disruptions that could threaten their operations and profitability. While the idea of creating a BCP may seem daunting, the truth is that it’s an essential step….
Phishing Emails and Self Reporting
Phishing Attacks Are on the Rise Phishing attacks are increasing at a rapidly increasing rate and are becoming increasingly more difficult to discern from a legitimate email and the consequences for falling for them can be catastrophic. Phishing is a type of cybercrime that attempts to trick consumers into clicking a link or opening an….