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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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Technology Trends5G: The Catalyst for Business Transformation
Imagine being in an important video conference with thought leaders and other industry experts and constantly asking them to repeat themselves as the screens lag. Similarly, what if your Internet connection keeps dropping customer calls or causes a lot of company downtime due to slow uploading or downloading speeds? Your business can suffer like this if you ignore the rise of 5G and its benefits.
November 26, 2024 3 min -
Managed ITAI Drives the Future of IT Service Management
Artificial intelligence holds unmatched potential for solving IT service management challenges. Companies of all sizes are adopting AI tools as a cost-effective and efficient means of solving IT issues, from improving processes and increasing productivity to helping the organization reach its goals.
November 25, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityCloud Architecture Exposed by Cybersecurity Skills Shortage
Is your establishment truly safe from cyber threats? Many businesses are discovering their cloud architecture security measures aren’t as robust as they thought.
November 21, 2024 3 min -
Technology TrendsPhone To PC Productivity Hack Every SMB Owner Should Use
Microsoft continues to innovate with features designed to make business operations more efficient. One of the latest tools in development for Windows 11 is the "Hand Off" feature, which allows users to start a task on their mobile device and seamlessly continue it on their PC.
November 20, 2024 3 min -
Business OperationsThe Ultimate Secret to Using Tech for Bigger Profits
Every business, regardless of its size, seeks growth. Achieving that growth requires the right strategy—one that aligns technology with business goals to maximize returns. However, many businesses struggle to stay ahead in today's technology-driven landscape.
November 18, 2024 4 min -
Technology TrendsAI’s Growing Role in Modern Software Development
By definition, software development must remain on the cutting edge of technology — and in today's world, that means embracing artificial intelligence. While current tools are decidedly imperfect and have some significant limitations, they're evolving daily, and AI’s role in modern software development is also changing. Developers are already using machine learning models to correct and document existing code, write functions for new code, and more, making the technology an indispensable partner for increasing productivity.
November 15, 2024 3 min -
Managed ITData Backup Tools Are Letting Businesses Down
Suppose you ask any IT professional about the critical elements of disaster recovery planning. In that case, data backups will undoubtedly top the list. Whether there’s a natural disaster or a cyber attack, a full backup of your business’s data ensures that you can get back up and running quickly with minimal disruption to operations.
November 14, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityQR Codes Exploited to Bypass MFA Protections
Quick response, or QR codes, are ubiquitous. Businesses use them for everything from contactless access to restaurant menus and user manuals to providing payment and shopping links, making it easy for customers to access digital resources on their mobile devices. However, these codes have also created a growing security threat to businesses, as cybercriminals can use them to bypass multifactor authentication protocols and steal login credentials. Hackers launch so-called “quishing” attacks by connecting users to a website that impersonates a legitimate login page when they scan the code on...
November 12, 2024 3 min -
Managed ITWhy The Holiday Season Could Break Your IT Systems
The holiday season is a peak time for business activities, but it also brings unique challenges for IT infrastructure. With sales soaring and operations running at full capacity, any technical difficulties can disrupt service, impact customer satisfaction, and result in lost revenue. Proactive IT support ensures your systems are robust, secure, and ready to handle high demand, so you can focus on delivering a seamless customer experience.
November 12, 2024 4 min -
Technology TrendsGuarding Against the Growing Threat of Data Poisoning
There’s no question that generative AI is fast becoming a critical tool for enterprises. However, as with any new technology, there will be some bumps as more people adopt and refine it. As anyone who uses AI tools knows, it’s not always perfect, and with the growing threat of data poisoning looming, what might be a minor error in some cases could have devastating consequences in others.
November 9, 2024 3 min -
Business OperationsEssential Tips to Protect Your Phone from Accidents
No matter what other technology abounds, cell phones have acted like our appendages, hardly ever leaving our sides. With this dedication, you must consider tips to protect your phone from accidents. The last thing you need is a damaged phone keeping you from your usual online activities. So, we’ll explain the three best ways to protect your favorite technological device below.
November 6, 2024 2 min -
Business OperationsHow Tech Planning and Budgeting Can Transform Your Business
In today’s world, a well-thought-out technology plan, combined with a carefully managed budget, is essential for any business aiming to succeed. With the new year on the horizon, it’s an ideal time to review and refine your technology strategy.
November 5, 2024 3 min -
Business OperationsThe Internet of Things (IoT) and Its Impact on Business Operations
Imagine having dozens of smartphones, desktops, printers, and other devices your company needs to run without the Internet connectivity that helps link them all together. At one point, this was a normal situation for the average business owner. Still, thanks to the Internet of Things, this is no longer the case. Below, we’ll explain the IoT and how it’s been enhancing business operations since its conception.
November 1, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityExcessive Alerts Causing Security Teams to Miss Attacks
How many messages do you receive daily via email, text, and messaging apps? More importantly, how many messages contain important information requiring action? Most likely, not very many.
October 30, 2024 3 min -
Business OperationsTechnology: The Driving Force Behind Enhanced Business Collaboration
Running a business is not like it used to be. You don't need all employees gathering around a large desk during a presentation, all workers living within the same city, or even workers coming in for work every day. Thanks to technology's role in enhancing business collaborations, communication efforts are at their peak at a time when physical distance could not be more of a factor.
October 29, 2024 3 min -
Technology TrendsAI Enhances Team Building and Management for Businesses
As AI continues to evolve, business owners like you feel they must choose between AI and new talent due to limited funds. Some people think AI takes over the jobs of recruits, making hiring, training, and paying workers unnecessary. Others are wary of the new technology and would prefer a human-centric approach. The reality is that the two can coexist.
October 25, 2024 3 min -
Business OperationsTraining the Next Generation in Technology
Gen Z is growing up entirely in the digital age. Also called the iGen, this generation has never known life without the internet.
October 21, 2024 3 min -
Business OperationsConquering Spreadsheet Barriers in Business Planning
For decades, spreadsheets and spreadsheet software like Excel have been the backbone of business planning. From tracking expenses and making projections to performing complex calculations, spreadsheet software helps guide organizational decision-making, report generation, and more.
October 16, 2024 3 min -
Industry Insights3D Printing: Disrupting Traditional Manufacturing and Supply Chain Models
Owning a business means relying on the supply chain, which begins with procuring raw materials before a manufacturing company assembles them into a completed product. From there, the supplier distributes the materials, after which you add them to your inventory. With the rise of 3D printing disrupting these supply chain models, you don’t need as many steps to meet your end goal.
October 15, 2024 2 min -
CybersecurityProtect Your Business From Invoice Fraud
Operating a business means receiving and paying many invoices. While your accounts payable department likely has defined processes to ensure that transactions go smoothly, a recent increase in invoice fraud should have you on high alert. Recent reports indicate that scams and fraud involving false invoices increased by 137.5% in 2023.
October 14, 2024 3 min
