Modern technology has opened up endless opportunities for small businesses to thrive and grow. However, with these opportunities come risks in the form of cyber attacks. For example, with more employees working remotely, there is a higher risk of data breaches through unsecured networks and devices if you don’t have cybersecurity measures in place. The […]
Author Archives: Brightline IT
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Oct
Oct
We know it may not be as exciting as Christmas, but Cybersecurity Awareness Month deserves our attention! Every October, businesses around the world join forces in raising awareness of online threats and ways to protect against them. To keep your data secure, you’ll need to create an effective system security plan. But what does that […]
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Oct
Oct
As technology becomes more advanced, it’s crucial for businesses to stay ahead of the curve. But with new technology comes new risks and vulnerabilities. That’s why implementing strong cybersecurity solutions is essential for any company looking to upgrade their tech or ensure proper protection in today’s digital landscape. The U.S. Small Business Administration warns that […]
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Sep
Sep
When it comes to IT services, having a reliable and knowledgeable provider can be the difference between a successful business and a failed one—without the right support, you’re rendering your business vulnerable to a multitude of attacks.1 For this reason, it’s essential to find a service provider who can provide the highest quality of services […]
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Sep
Sep
Across the country, municipalities are becoming increasingly reliant on technology to store and manage sensitive information, from public records to financial data. But as this reliance grows, so does the threat of data loss and cyberattacks; in the past year, a resurgence of ransomware and malicious attacks targeting local governments has caused significant economic losses.1 […]
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Jul
Jul
For small business owners, having to manage their IT infrastructure on top of every other responsibility can be a daunting task—in fact, 62% of small business owners report lacking the capability to adequately handle their cybersecurity, leaving them vulnerable to attack.1 Thankfully, there are fully managed IT services that provide businesses with access to specialized […]
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Jul
Jul
For financial companies, the technology landscape is bringing along new changes with each passing day—innovative developments such as AI (artificial intelligence), cloud computing, and blockchain are radically transforming the industry in unprecedented ways.1 While this could bring along all the benefits of increased efficiency and accuracy, it also opens your financial company up to the […]
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Jun
Jun
As a business owner, an excellent technology framework is essential to success. For this reason, an increasing number of businesses are opting to partner with a managed IT service—this sector of the tech industry is growing exponentially, and is expected to be valued at 680.08 billion by 2030.1 It’s no wonder why hiring IT support […]
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Jun
Jun
If you’re a manufacturer or exporter of defense-related items, you’re already familiar with compliance requirements with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Even so, it can often be overwhelming to keep up with the updates to rules and regulations that are required to comply with, so we’ve compiled a detailed ITAR compliance checklist below […]
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May
May
Here’s an unfortunate reality for business owners—not only is cybercrime on the rise, it’s also becoming more costly. In the United States, the average cost of a data breach is a whopping $9.4 million.1 Vulnerabilities in your security can be detrimental to your business, so the time to act is now. Luckily, with Endpoint Detection […]