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Insights on cybersecurity, managed IT, and modern business technology.
Practical guidance from the MYDWARE team — protecting and modernising businesses across the Greater Toronto Area and Simcoe County.
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Industry InsightsKeeping Machines Running Smoothly: Why Proactive IT Maintenance Matters for Manufacturing Companies
In the busy world of making things, where time is money, it's important to avoid any unnecessary stops. That's where proactive IT maintenance comes in handy. It's all about being smart ahead of time to prevent problems and keep things going smoothly.
May 24, 2024 2 min -
CybersecurityThe Importance of Security Awareness for Employees
Just think of all the sensitive information your business competitors or hackers would love to handle. From simple identity theft to ransomware attacks on your business systems, a little security awareness goes a long way. In fact, it could save your business a world of trouble, say, when an educated employee’s finger freezes over the mouse instead of clicking through to a bad link.
May 23, 2024 3 min -
Technology TrendsNew Facebook Generative AI Features
Has your business been creating social media ads like crazy? You likely already know how time-consuming it is. If you’ve been hiring professionals to work on the images and copy, you also know how costly it gets, so why not look into the new Facebook generative AI feature?
May 22, 2024 3 min -
Technology TrendsVoice Technology and Its Business Applications
Millions of people use virtual voice assistants like Alexa and Siri in their everyday lives, but can you use voice technology in business operations? Artificial intelligence continues to evolve, leading to a rise in voice-activated solutions for enterprises. Discover the key advantages of voice technology and its business applications in this guide.
May 21, 2024 3 min -
Business OperationsTechnology in Streamlining Supply Chain Management
We live in an age where customers want instant gratification. Getting consumers their products quickly depends on streamlined supply chain processes, which cutting-edge technology helps optimize. Learn more about the role of technology in streamlining supply chain management in this helpful guide.
May 20, 2024 3 min -
Managed ITHow to Choose the Best SaaS Backup Solution for Your Company: Key Considerations
As technology gets better, lots of businesses, including yours, are using Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) apps because they're flexible, cheap, and easy to use. These apps are in the cloud and they're really common in the business world. They offer all kinds of tools like email, chat, managing customers, and keeping track of projects.
May 20, 2024 3 min -
Business OperationsEnhancing the Small Business Customer Experience
Every business owner should focus on delivering a positive customer experience for everyone interacting with their brand. Small business owners, in particular, can benefit from happy customers because they're more likely to recommend the business to their loved ones and generate more sales. Learn how to improve every customer's experience and help your business grow.
May 18, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityCybersecurity Essentials: Protecting Small Businesses in the Digital Age
Business leaders must be on alert for security vulnerabilities that compromise their networks. Cybersecurity threats remain a major concern for small businesses, but you can proactively protect your network from the latest threats. Everything from employee training to data backups can protect your network from cybercriminals.
May 17, 2024 3 min -
Technology TrendsThe Impact of AI on Small Businesses
Artificial intelligence continues to grow and make its way into various industries. Small businesses that have embraced AI are noticing distinct advantages to this technology. Learn more about the impact of AI and how your business can benefit from utilizing it.
May 16, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityThis Overpowered Phishing Attack Is Now Being Overused Everyday
Picture this: You're cruising through your emails, minding your own business, when suddenly, a message pops up from your colleagues. You think, "Ah, another delightful message from my pals!" But wait... something smells fishy.
May 15, 2024 2 min -
Business OperationsHow Social Media Helps Businesses Maintain Customers
Social media has become a vital tool for small businesses aiming to effectively maintain their customers. Its wide reach and dynamic capabilities enable these enterprises to connect with their audience in real time, build relationships, and build customer loyalty, all of which are important for long-term success.
May 15, 2024 2 min -
Business OperationsU14BB Team
MYDWARE proudly backs South Simcoe Storm U14BB Team 1 hockey in the 2023-2024 season, aiding their journey to the OMHA Playoffs. This is our dedication in fostering community spirit and youth development. Through sponsorship, MYDWARE demonstrates its commitment to local sports and young athletes.
May 14, 2024 1 min -
Business OperationsHow Small Businesses Can Benefit From Podcasting
If you have a small business, you look for any constructive way to get brand awareness up. Why? Doesn’t more traffic mean more potential customers wanting to pay you for goods or services?
May 14, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityThe Hacker-Trick that Protects You
The Weird Hacker-Trick That Can Save You Thousands of Dollars in Cybersecurity Damage
May 14, 2024 2 min -
Business OperationsImplementing Project Management Tools for Small Business Efficiency
Being a small business owner has advantages, from delivering a personalized touch or creating strong customer relationships to having absolute control over the company. Still, resources are finite. Suppose you don’t have what larger rivaling businesses do, lowering your efficiency. In that case, you need some decent project management tools.
May 13, 2024 3 min -
Business OperationsWebsite Performance for Small Businesses
If you have a small business, you understand it takes time for your company to grow, but what shouldn’t take time is your website speed and performance. Clients need instant solutions. That’s tricky when a busy small business owner is already trying to build brand awareness or forge strong customer relationships.
May 11, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityMisconception #14: “My cousin Bob is a real techie, he helps us with stuff when we need it, we don’t need full time IT services or any of this cybersecurity stuff.”
Hi Small Business Owners, welcome to this edition of "Lies they Believe", and "The Truths, I Know"
May 10, 2024 2 min -
Business OperationsDigital Wallets and Their Impact on Small Business Transactions
Nowadays, every payment method seems to vary greatly, especially with the rise of e-commerce and the digital economy. You might think you can’t possibly add another way to process transactions to your business. However, forgoing support for digital wallets could pose a significant handicap to your business’s growth and future successes.
May 10, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityBeware of Remote Desktop Protocol Attacks
In 2023, hackers used remote desktop protocol to orchestrate 9 out of 10 cyberattacks. How does this affect you as a business owner? If your digital infrastructure has any vulnerabilities, it could offer an untapped portal for remote desktop protocol attacks, especially if you have remote-working employees on your team.
May 9, 2024 3 min -
Technology TrendsMicrosoft 365 Update Could Improve Business Productivity
What if you could seamlessly boost productivity in all aspects of your business? Microsoft 365 admins make that dream a reality with a special Microsoft 365 update that could improve your professional and personal experience. Dive into what these rolling updates include and what they mean for day-to-day productivity at work.
May 8, 2024 3 min
