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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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CybersecurityThe Dangers of Data Breaches
If you run a business that relies on technology, you should stay aware of data breach dangers. While the frequency of data breaches increases yearly, the 8% increase in the first quarter of 2023 constitutes the greatest uptick in two years.
January 23, 2024 3 min -
Technology TrendsWindows 11 Update Breaks Wi-Fi Networks
Have you installed the December 2023 Windows 11 update? You should know about how the Windows 11 update breaks Wi-Fi networks.
January 20, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityFixing the Digital Skills Gap
The digital landscape is always changing, with new technologies and tools constantly revolutionizing how you do business. Advances in areas like cybersecurity and artificial intelligence (AI) are giving business owners access to capabilities that were previously out of reach. Digital transformation offers opportunities for your company to be a part of the global economy. Still, if your enterprise is like many others, there’s one major problem: the digital skills gap.
January 15, 2024 3 min -
Technology TrendsWhat Business Owners Should Know About This Google Docs Update
To help make this collaboration seamless, Google has made some key additions to its Google Workspace platform in recent months. One example is a Google Docs update that gives you easier access to the platform’s smart chip technology.
January 11, 2024 2 min -
Business OperationsCharting a Course for Increased IT Profitability in 2024: A 15-Step Roadmap
If you're aiming to bolster profitability in 2024 while maintaining operational efficiency, taking stock of your technological infrastructure is a vital starting point for your business assessment.
January 11, 2024 3 min -
Business OperationsMobile Point-of-Sale (mPOS) Systems: Revolutionizing Small Business Transactions
Do you want to increase customer satisfaction? You could benefit from mobile payment solutions. Before diving in, there is something you should know about mobile point-of-sale (mPOS) systems: revolutionizing small business transactions is only the start of what these nifty systems can do.
January 5, 2024 3 min -
Business OperationsVoice Assistants for Small Business Productivity
Running a small business is no small feat. You must constantly improve your products and services, find ways to reach new customers, and get an edge on your competition. Juggling these tasks can impact your productivity without a little nudge from the right tech.
January 4, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityKeep Your Gmail Account Safe with RETVec
Do you or your employees lose too much precious time deleting spam emails that clog your inbox? Google's new advancement can foolproof your business's cybersecurity and keep phishing emails at bay. Read on for how to keep your Gmail account safe with RETVec and help your employees do the same.
January 3, 2024 3 min -
Business OperationsEdge Computing: Improving Data Processing for Small Businesses
Digital age dwellers have come to expect instantly available data. Thankfully, exciting data processing advancements have now become available through edge computing. Could your small business benefit from this underestimated technology?
January 2, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityAI Can Help Improve Your Cybersecurity
Can artificial intelligence improve your business's security online? The business world tends to view AI as an impending threat to its security, especially since the technology effortlessly creates phishing emails and pesky malware disruptions that aid hackers in infiltrating businesses and their customers.
December 30, 2023 3 min -
Business OperationsCollaborative Tools: Boosting Team Productivity in Small Businesses
Do you have a cohesive team that excels in all operations and works together? A small business can succeed through collaboration because it takes what each limited team member can offer and puts it toward achieving common goals.
December 28, 2023 3 min -
Business OperationsEvaluating CRM Systems for Small Businesses
Customer relationship management programs, or CRM systems, are vital for any business. Small businesses, in particular, can benefit from their features and help grow their client base. When evaluating CRM systems for small businesses, it's important to dissect the key components of the software and consider how it will help you simplify and expand your operations.
December 21, 2023 2 min -
Technology TrendsMicrosoft Link to Windows Update
Sharing vital information between your smartphone and computer is easier with Microsoft's Link to Windows application. A new update makes this software compatible with more devices. Discover all the features global customers can access in this guide to the latest Microsoft Link to Windows update.
December 20, 2023 3 min -
CybersecurityHow Effectively Managing Risk Bolsters Cyber Defences
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape in Canada, where cyber threats and vulnerabilities persistently emerge, it’s evident that eliminating all risk is impossible. However, there's a potent strategy that can address critical security gaps, threats, and vulnerabilities within organizations — comprehensive cyber risk management.
December 20, 2023 2 min -
Technology TrendsThe Role of Chatbots in Customer Service for Small Businesses
As a small business owner, you know that customer service is crucial for expanding your operations. However, you don't always have the time or resources to deliver high-quality customer service. That's where artificial intelligence and chatbots come in.
December 19, 2023 3 min -
Business OperationsAutomation and Efficiency in Business
Running a business in today’s digital world is simpler, thanks to automated workflows. Read on to discover the benefits of ditching outdated manual processes for automated ones.
December 18, 2023 3 min -
Business OperationsConnecting Small Businesses in a Remote Work Era
Remote work for small businesses came through trial and error. Some companies have succeeded by adjusting to new protocols, while others fell through.
December 15, 2023 3 min -
Technology TrendsWhat Business Owners Should Know About iOS 17
iOS 17.1.1 is something business owners need to know about. Some Apple fans can’t wait for iOS updates to remedy existing bugs or introduce new techniques. However, many also feel that aesthetic updates or those that don’t make any improvements are a downgrade.
December 13, 2023 2 min -
Business OperationsIs app overload slowing down your team?
Is your team feeling the impact of app overload?
December 12, 2023 2 min -
CybersecurityStrategic Cyber Risk Management with NIST CSF: Safeguarding Your Business from Cyberthreats
Protecting sensitive data and essential technology from cyberattacks is crucial for businesses of all sizes. Your organization's resilience and expansion rely on its ability to withstand these threats, emphasizing the significance of cyber risk management.
December 11, 2023 3 min
