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Holiday Cyber Threats: Hackers Work Hardest When Your Guard Is Down
The holiday season is a time of celebration, rest, and opportunity for small businesses. But while you’re focused on closing out the year and delivering for your customers, cybercriminals are working harder than ever. In fact, cyberattacks surge by 30% during the holidays as hackers seize the opportunity to exploit overwhelmed IT teams, distracted employees,…
Insights into Portland’s Key Industries: The Role of Cybersecurity and IT Management
Managed IT services are redefining success across Portland’s top industries like healthcare, finance, tech, manufacturing, tourism, and education. These services are essential for staying competitive in today’s fast-paced world, from streamlining processes to bolstering security. With over 40,000 managed service providers (MSPs) in the United States, businesses have unprecedented access to technology expertise. This growth…
Exploring the Impact of Managed IT and Cybersecurity on the Biggest Industries in Salem
The top industries in Salem are transforming the city into a hub of innovation and economic vitality. From technology and healthcare to manufacturing and tourism, these sectors play a pivotal role in shaping the region’s future. The use of managed services can increase operational efficiency by 60%, a game-changer for industries across Salem. This remarkable…
Building Resilience: Leveraging Zero Trust within TotalControl
In the current threat landscape, a Zero Trust approach is one of the most effective frameworks to protect an organization’s network. IP Services’ TotalControl quality system integrates Zero Trust principles outlined in VisibleOps Cybersecurity, creating a resilient defense model that restricts access and minimizes the risk of breaches. Zero Trust operates on the principle of…
How Total Control Empowers Cybersecurity with a VisibleOps Approach
In today’s evolving cybersecurity landscape, Total Control by IP Services leverages the principles outlined in VisibleOps Cybersecurity to create an uncompromising security framework that helps organizations protect their critical assets. Combining Total Control’s quality-driven approach with VisibleOps’ methodologies for managing IT operations, IP Services empowers businesses to strengthen their cybersecurity posture with operational clarity, predictable…
What is Data Breach Insurance and Why Does Your Business Need It?
The risk of cyberattacks has become a daily reality for businesses of all sizes. Every organization, whether it manages customer data, intellectual property, or internal files, faces the potential threat of a breach that could expose sensitive information and result in costly losses. According to IBM’s 2024 Cost of a Data Breach report, the average…
The Complete Guide to Cyber Insurance Costs
The risk of cyber attacks is no longer hypothetical; it’s an expensive reality. According to a recent Cybersecurity Ventures report, global cybercrime is predicted to escalate to more than $20 trillion by 2026. “In today’s uncertain digital landscape, having a cyber insurance policy is essential for businesses due to the constant presence of digital threats,”…
The 7 Major Benefits of Cyber Awareness Training
Today’s businesses face constant risks of cyber incidents, with an alarming estimate of 43% originating internally. Employees who manage sensitive data can unintentionally expose it, making them the most significant cybersecurity vulnerability in an organization. Given the potential for human errors, cyber awareness training is a crucial investment for businesses today. “Cyber threats are advancing…
A Comprehensive Cyber Insurance Coverage Checklist for Your Business
Cyberattacks are becoming increasingly frequent and costly, especially for businesses that don’t have sufficient protection. Small and medium-sized businesses are particularly vulnerable to these threats. To address this, having a comprehensive cyber insurance coverage checklist is essential. According to IBM’s 2024 Cost of a Data Breach report, the average cost of a breach has surged…
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