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The Benefits of an MSP for Manufacturers

September 18, 2024

The Role of a Technology Partner in Manufacturing In any industry or vertical, a Managed Service Provider (MSP) partner offers advantages, provided you vet them properly to determine their area of specialization, services they offer, billing particulars, and related needs.  That said, finding the right MSP fit for a manufacturing company can require a little…

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Creating BDR Plans for Manufacturers

September 18, 2024

Building a Manufacturing BDR Plan  In many ways, Backup & Disaster Recovery (BDR) plans for manufacturers don’t differ from other organizations. They need to consider continuing operations should a disruption occur, alternative forms of backup and communications, roles and responsibilities, the need for a formal incident response plan, and more. Perhaps the core of any…

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How Compliance Helps Optimize Manufacturing Tech

August 6, 2024

Adhering to CMMC’s “enforced best practices” offers a wide range of benefits for any manufacturing firm.

Lessons from the CrowdStrike Outage: Why the Case for Local Cloud Hosting is Stronger Than Ever

July 24, 2024

More than ever before, businesses are relying on cloud services for data storage, security, and IT infrastructure management. The recent CrowdStrike outage has highlighted some critical vulnerabilities associated with large public cloud providers. This event underscores the importance of considering local cloud hosting services like those offered by Cooperative Systems. Here’s why choosing a local…

Responding to the CDK Disruption

July 17, 2024

A massive hack nearly stopped the wheels turning for retail automotive dealers nationwide. Here’s how Cooperative Systems helped its clients get back on track (and what we learned).

Safeguard Your Financial Services from Cyber Threats: Free Expert-Led Event

May 9, 2024

In 2023, the financial sector witnessed a sharp 55% increase in cyber incidents, marking it as a prime target for digital thieves. As banks, credit unions, and financial services bear the brunt of these attacks, the need for robust cybersecurity has never been more critical. This upcoming event is an essential forum for finance professionals…

May 2nd is World Password Day—is yours secure?

April 29, 2024

Our reliance on passwords to access online accounts and safeguard sensitive information has never been greater. Yet, despite their crucial role in cybersecurity, weak passwords remain a huge vulnerability, leaving individuals and organizations at risk of data breaches and identity theft. The Threat of Weak Passwords Did you know that weak passwords are one of…

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The Importance of Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) Software

March 27, 2024

SIEM offers critical insights into what’s traversing your network, inbound and outbound communications, and more. Here’s why It offers more than historical value.

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FinServ Technology Optimization and MSPs

March 20, 2024

Ensuring that your technology and infrastructure are consistently operating at the highest possible levels is critical. But you don’t have to go it alone.

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FinServ Business Continuity and Recovery Needs

March 13, 2024

Continuity has different meanings for different types of businesses. Here’s why the concept—and plan—differs for FinServ organizations, especially where data security and core service providers are concerned.

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Data Security and FinServ Regulations

March 5, 2024

Cybersecurity and navigating a complex regulatory environment go hand-in-hand. But the right partner can help guide you through the compliance maze.

Cooperative Systems is Named A Best Place to Work in Connecticut for 11th Consecutive Year

January 31, 2024

Managed IT & Cybersecurity Services provider Cooperative Systems has been named to the Hartford Business Journal’s “Best Places to Work in Connecticut” list for an unprecedented 11th consecutive year. The Best Places to Work in Connecticut program was created by the Hartford Business Journal and third-party research firm Workforce Research Group to identify and recognize…

Data Privacy Week

January 17, 2024

How the National Cybersecurity Alliance champions awareness and education about data security and protection.