Looking Forward: Business and Tech Predictions for 2022

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After the past couple of years, attempting to predict the future of business and tech can be complicated. But looking forward into 2022, there are some probable business and tech trends on the rise that will continue to demand our attention. 2020 was the year of improvisation. 2021 was the year of acceptance. And 2022 will be the year of optimization. Many of the “temporary setbacks” of 2020 are here to stay. Now, it’s time to make those changes work for your business. From hybrid work models to revamped data sharing, here are some business and tech predictions for 2022. Hybrid Work is Going To Be Permanent Fixture of Business…

Top Industries That Need Cybersecurity

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As the economy slowly recovers and industries plan for a post-pandemic life, now is the time to factor cybersecurity into your business’ budget. Cybersecurity is essential to keep your products, finances and employees protected.  The increase in people working remotely has led to greater exposure to cyber risks. In fact, according to Deloitte, during the pandemic, there were 35% more cyber attacks, compared to only 20% prior to the pandemic. Plus, 47% of individuals fall for a phishing scam while working from home, like an email or mobile account login that leads to a fake website. Hackers are clearly upping their game when it comes to hacking into personal accounts…

Top Technology Mistakes Small Businesses Make – And How To Avoid Them

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Technology can really make or break a small business. Here are some common technology mistakes that small businesses make — and what to do instead. Mistake #1 – Outdated Hardware and Software You may not be rocking a relic from the ‘80s, but computers and technology become outdated a lot sooner than many people think. Technology is fast-paced and evolving, which is why upgrades and updates are critical. According to Business News Daily, desktops tend to last around 5 to 8 years, while laptops have a shorter lifespan at 3 to 5 years. There are lots of competing demands on budgets, which is why it can be easy to overlook…

Senate Passes K-12 Cybersecurity Act to Protect Schools from Cyberattacks

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With the start of the school year getting underway, an impactful bill follows. This past month, the Bipartisan K-12 Cybersecurity Act passed the Senate, and with it, shines a new spotlight on the importance of cybersecurity on our K-12 school districts.  Whether private or public, magnet or charter, these schools hold valuable information that, before this bill, remained relatively unprotected. Throughout this blog, learn what exactly the K-12 Cybersecurity Act is and the important role it plays in not only protecting student information but yours as well. So What Is the K-12 Security Act? Like most pieces of legislation, political jargon and excessive verbiage can make it hard to decipher…

Cybersecurity Trends for 2022

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It’s never too early to start preparing your business for 2022. We have reached the halfway point of 2021 and we are already seeing important data security trends that may affect your cybersecurity plan for the next fiscal year.  Cybersecurity is becoming more and more crucial for companies as cyberattacks are now the fastest growing crime across the globe, according to CyberCrime. Hackers can target and uncover enough information to essentially stop your business operations and employees. According to CNBC, more than 43% of cyberattacks are aimed at small businesses. Unfortunately, most of these small businesses do not have cybersecurity in place to protect themselves. In order to protect your…

Closing The Digital Skills Gap

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Keeping your data secure and exclusive is, and will always, be a top priority for society. Whether it be bank information, photographs or confidential business intell, you deserve to have your data protected and stored without the impending doom of a security breach.  New innovations and technological advances are always being updated, changed and modified to improve overall user experience. While this constant process of tweaking is crucial to the success of these innovations, it brings forth the issue of struggling to protect one’s data. Because of the recent increase in the pace of updating innovations, businesses and business professionals are finding it exceedingly more difficult to keep track of…

2021 Continuous Authentication: Why Your Business Needs It

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If there’s one rule when it comes to the business world it’s that you can never be too prepared or too cautious. One of the most crucial parts of owning a business is knowing you and your team’s information is fully protected. The last thing you want for your employees or your clients is a data breach or cyber attack. Setting a verification requirement to gain access to cyber material, such as passwords, is a great first step in securing your data. But, remember, there are specific requirements when it comes to passwords which you can find here.    Anytime you are asked to submit a password in order to…

2021 Cybersecurity Protocols For A Hybrid Workforce

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With COVID-19 restrictions lifting, companies around the nation are reopening their doors. And that means employees are heading back to the office. Well, at least some are. According to TechRepublic, 63% of employers plan to introduce or expand a combination of remote and on-site working. But how will this impact your cybersecurity infrastructure at your company?     The unfortunate truth revealed by a year of working from home was how unsecure businesses around the country are and how unprepared employees are for cyberattacks. These two factors combined led to over 37 billion records compromised in 2020, according to GovTech, which is the highest data breach activity recorded in a single…

The Biggest Data Breaches and Trends Heading Into 2021

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Many cybersecurity experts identify 2020 to be the turning point for data breaches and total cyberattacks. Data breaches skyrocketed last year with 31 billion records compromised in a span of just 12 months, according to Canalys. This means a shocking 171% increase from the previous year. According to ZDNet, since 2005, a total of 55 billion data records have been compromised — well over half of that total occurring just last year. Understanding how data breaches are evolving can help you prepare for what is to come and what it means for your business, regardless of your industry.   The Race to Digitize Increasing Data Breaches In an attempt to…

Tips to Protect your Business from Cyber Threats in 2021

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As the first quarter of 2021 comes to a close, the threat of cyberattacks continues to grow. Sizable damage to data can cause businesses to lose a significant amount of money. This is especially true if their cybersecurity is not where it needs to be to prevent these attacks. Keep reading to learn how to maximize your business’s cybersecurity in 2021 by understanding key statistics in the ongoing cybersecurity battle.    Cybersecurity Readiness in 2021 Most businesses are aware of the ongoing threat related to cybercrimes, but the state of readiness for most is low. 2020 was a record-breaking year when it came to cyberattacks. According to The Hill, the…