Windows 10 hits end-of-life in October 2025, and putting off the upgrade could cost you more than just an IT headache. From security risks and software issues to emergency expenses and compliance violations, waiting comes with real consequences. Here’s why acting now is smarter – and cheaper – than scrambling later.
Out-of-office replies seem harmless, but they can give cybercriminals everything they need to launch a targeted scam—names, roles, dates, even who’s covering for you. If your auto-reply includes too much detail, you might be setting your team up for a phishing attack. Here’s how to spot the risk and protect your business while you’re away.
If the only time you talk to your IT provider is when something breaks – or once a year at contract renewal – you’re missing critical conversations. Your tech setup needs regular check-ins, not just emergency calls. These seven questions will help you stay secure, productive, and ahead of problems before they cost you.
It’s summer. Your team’s scattered, your IT person’s on vacation – and then something breaks. Systems go down, files vanish, and there’s no one to fix it. This post explains why reactive IT falls apart when you need it most, and how a proactive approach keeps your business running, even when everyone’s out of office.
Shadow IT – apps and tools employees use without IT approval – is one of the fastest-growing cybersecurity risks in business today. These well-intentioned shortcuts can lead to data breaches, compliance issues, and major vulnerabilities your IT team can’t see coming.