The language of IT and network security sounds complicated to anyone who doesn’t work with IT solutions on a daily basis. Further complicating the way we discuss IT solutions is the fact that they are so varied from business to business. Some businesses have comprehensive IT teams, some have virtual IT managers, but many others […]
As Yogi Berra once said, “you don’t know what you don’t know,” and when it comes to protecting valuable data for your business and your clients, what you don’t know can seriously damage your reputation and your finances. Canadians value the privacy of their personal information and data security. In 2020, a poll conducted by […]
Since the start of the pandemic, companies have seen more and more devices added to their networks as employees switched to working remotely where possible. This increased demand for remote access has also led to companies investing in new applications and software to facilitate the change. With more devices and more applications, cybersecurity risks also […]
A little more than a year ago now, the COVID-19 pandemic reached Canada. In response to new stay-at-home protocols, many companies transitioned their teams to working remotely where possible. Working from home is not a new concept, but the scale of workers moving their offices into their homes dramatically increased. As with any shift in […]
If this last year taught us anything, it’s that keeping data protected and easily accessible from any device makes life a whole lot easier when disaster strikes (like a global pandemic). Many businesses found themselves scrambling to efficiently access and transfer important information when the world shifted to work-from-home culture, which is why transferring to […]
What is Microsoft Azure? Azure is a cloud-computing software that provides data management tools. In other words, it’s your own personal online data center, but without all the work and cost that comes with creating and maintaining it on your own.
Managing Technology for Remote Teams The trend toward remote or home-based employees is growing exponentially, especially as COVID-19 continues to impact workplaces. As a result, many companies are discovering work-from-home technology solutions that allow them to continue operations seamlessly. One important aspect of these solutions is maintaining strong cybersecurity practices. With networks becoming more dispersed […]
SaaS solutions are a popular option for businesses. They offer plenty of benefits over traditional software solutions. But are they the best for your business from a security, data storage, and budget perspective? The answer – it depends.
Backup and Data Recovery Services & Why Having Options Matters Data and backup recovery services for businesses are not one-size-fits-all. Factors such as industry, business size, technology infrastructure, and level of security measures can all impact the type of services your business needs access to. Alt-Tech offers four main types of backup and recovery services […]
All industries and businesses are susceptible to fraud. In fact, fraud is one of the most common ways that businesses and individuals can lose money. According to CPA Canada, “In 2019, nearly 45,000 Canadians fell victim to fraud, losing more than $96 million, according to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.” Despite this, many Canadians haven’t taken […]
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