The Real Cost of a Data Breach
Credit: Bermix Studios There’s no question that a data breach can have a huge financial impact on a company in terms of payout to those responsible for the cyber attack. IBM and the Ponemon Institute estimated the average cost of a data breach for US companies in 2021 to be nearly $4.24M which rose 10% […]
The Rise of IoT in Manufacturing
Credit: Possessed Photography While IoT manufacturing technologies aren’t new, there is considerable growth in this field that has led to improved manufacturing operations and a reduction in costs for the industry. But what is IoT and why is it useful for the manufacturing industry? What Is the Internet of Things (IoT)? Today, Internet of […]
Microsoft New Commerce Experience: 6 Things to Know
Credit: Tadas Sar Organizations are continuing to grow into cloud-based software solutions in every aspect of their business. Your company may already be a customer of the Microsoft CSP, or Cloud Solutions Provider program. This is a partner program for Microsoft value-added resellers, and others providing Microsoft products, services, and support. The CSP program […]
Cyber Insurance Coverage Checklist
According to IBM, the average cost of a data breach was $4.2 million dollars in 2021. This is not simply the cost of mitigating exposed sensitive information but also the fallout from news about the exposure. While cyber attacks are part of the online landscape, there are multiple steps to take for increased protection. A […]
What is Cybersecurity Compliance?
Anyone who has worked in an IT environment will almost certainly have heard the term “cybersecurity compliance standards.” But what exactly does cybersecurity regulatory compliance mean, and is it the same across every IT category? IT is a fast-evolving field, with near exponential growth worldwide. Securing systems and data, keeping it safe from deliberate attacks […]
8 SaaS Security Vulnerabilities to Watch Out For
Who doesn’t dream of maintenance-free computing? The rise of Software as a Service (SaaS), has, for the most part, made that dream a reality. No more worries about a stretched-thin IT department constantly installing new software and patches. But there are still a number of SaaS security vulnerabilities to watch out for. Once utilized almost […]
Outsource Solutions Group included on 2021 Channel Futures MSP 501
[Naperville, IL – 2021] – Outsource Solutions Group, a premier provider of managed services IT support, is proud to announce that our team has been included on the 2021 Channel Futures MSP 501. Recognized for our ability to innovate and support clients with information technology support that achieves results, we strive to continue to deliver […]
If You Own These Four Small Business Cisco Routers: It’s Time to Replace Them
If You Own These Four Small Business Cisco Routers: It’s Time to Replace Them A security flaw discovered in RV110W, RV130, RV130W, and RV215W Cisco routers creates significant vulnerabilities. Traditionally, these UPnP (universal plug and play) routers would receive security updates from the vendor. However, Cisco recently announced that it has no plans to release […]
Do You Want to Speed Up Your Computer?
Do You Want to Speed Up Your Computer? Here are Top Tips A slow computer can undermine productivity and become a source of frustration. Fortunately, there are several ways to boost speed and overall performance, irrespective of whether your computer is relatively new or older. You can achieve the desired performance by following specific tips […]
Employee Surveillance: Amazon Exploring the Feasibility of Keystroke Tracking Plan
Amazon Exploring the Feasibility of Keystroke Tracking Plan An internal document obtained by Motherboard revealed Amazon’s plan to track employee’s keystroke entries. The tech and e-commerce giant plans to curb ever-increasing data leaks using this type of surveillance. Imposters, rogue employees, and hackers routinely compromise customers’ confidential information. Amazon is considering deploying advanced keystroke tracking […]