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The Quick-Win Cleanup: Top 4 Areas of Duplicate Spend in SMB IT Stacks
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The Quick-Win Cleanup: Top 4 Areas of Duplicate Spend in SMB IT Stacks

Are you overspending on your SMB IT stack? Discover the top 4 areas of duplicate IT spend and learn how to fix them fast using what you already own.

Dec 01 2025
The 5 Biggest Gaps Hiding in Most M365 Estates — And What to Do About Them
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The 5 Biggest Gaps Hiding in Most M365 Estates — And What to Do About Them

Is your Microsoft 365 still delivering value? Unlock hidden savings, tighten security, and simplify with a quick SmartCheck scan.

Nov 28 2025
How Do You Actually Measure Human Risk In Your Business?
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How Do You Actually Measure Human Risk In Your Business?

How do you measure human risk in your business? Learn how behaviour, access, and awareness shape real risk — and what to track first.

Nov 17 2025
SOC-as-a-Service: Busting the ‘Too Small to Target’ Myth
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SOC-as-a-Service: Busting the ‘Too Small to Target’ Myth

Is your SMB really too small to target? SOC-as-a-Service proves why that myth is costly — and how to strengthen your cyber security now.

Oct 29 2025
Is Your Data Helping or Hurting You? Here’s How to Find Out
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Is Your Data Helping or Hurting You? Here’s How to Find Out

What’s the secret to a secure, compliant business? Run an effective data security audit — here’s how to do it right and protect your bottom line.

Oct 27 2025
MDR Not Meeting Expectations? Here’s What’s Really Going Wrong
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MDR Not Meeting Expectations? Here’s What’s Really Going Wrong

Why do some MDR services fail SMBs? Discover the real problems with managed detection and response — and how to choose an MDR you can trust.

Oct 22 2025
7 Reasons Cyber Security Strategies Fail (and How to Fix Them)
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7 Reasons Cyber Security Strategies Fail (and How to Fix Them)

Why do cyber security strategies fail? Discover the 7 most common mistakes businesses make — and how to avoid them.

Oct 06 2025
Windows 10 EOL: Upgrade, Replace, or Extend—Which Path Secures You?
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Windows 10 EOL: Upgrade, Replace, or Extend—Which Path Secures You?

What should you do before Windows 10 reaches EOL? Weigh the risks of each option to choose the path that best protects your business.

Sep 22 2025
Akixi Explained: Real-Time Insights for Smarter Call Management
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Akixi Explained: Real-Time Insights for Smarter Call Management

Discover how Akixi's real-time call analytics transform customer service, improve efficiency, and turn your phone system into a valuable business asset.

Sep 12 2025
How to Spot Shadow AI in Your Enterprise—And What You Can Do About It
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How to Spot Shadow AI in Your Enterprise—And What You Can Do About It

How do you spot Shadow AI before it causes damage? Learn where to look, what to ask, and how to uncover hidden AI tools in your enterprise.

Jul 21 2025
Shadow AI Isn’t Just an IT Problem — It’s a Business Liability
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Shadow AI Isn’t Just an IT Problem — It’s a Business Liability

What is Shadow AI and why is it risky? Discover how unsanctioned AI use exposes your enterprise to data, compliance, and decision-making threats.

Jul 18 2025
The Biggest Problems with BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) in Business
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The Biggest Problems with BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) in Business

What are the risks of BYOD in business? From data leaks to device control, learn what could go wrong — and how to stay secure.

Jul 11 2025