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“We have antivirus, so we’re covered.”“Hackers only go after large companies.”“That’s IT’s job, not mine.”“If we get hit, our cyber insurance will handle it.” Sound familiar? If so, you’re not alone. These are just a few of the most common cybersecurity myths that businesses continue to believe. And unfortunately, they create a false sense of…
Technology Backup for Business: March 31 is World Backup Day 2018
Small and medium-sized business owners must take every precaution against cyberattacks, and being that March 31 is World Backup Day 2018 it is the perfect time to assess the cybersecurity tools in your arsenal. In the current high-threat environment, it is good for business to add as many layers of digital protection as possible. That’s…
Managed IT Services: Cooperative Systems Recognized as Pioneer for Excellence in Managed IT Services
Cooperative Systems Named Among Pioneer 250 on CRN’s 2018 MSP 500 List It has been announced by CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, that Cooperative Systems has been named to its 2018 MSP 500 list in the Pioneer 250 category. This annual list recognizes North American managed service providers with cutting-edge approaches to delivering…
IT Security & Compliance For Business: Avoid Phishing Attacks
To stop phishing attacks it is important to acknowledge that even though they have been around since the 1990s they’re still causing trouble for SMEs, maybe more than ever in fact, across the globe. All it takes is one misplaced click from an unwary employee to give attackers the keys to your most sensitive data,…
Business Continuity for Schools: How a Lack Of Cybersecurity Jeopardizes Your School’s Reputation
For the head of IT at any school, it is no doubt frustrating to try and get buy-in for cybersecurity resources to an unrelenting board that just doesn’t see the cost of school cybersecurity protections as a priority. It is critical to demonstrate benefits of proactivity to security threats, rather than waiting for an attack…
Cloud Migration for Business: Steps To A Successful Cloud Migration
Countless businesses have jumped in head first into the cloud via a rapid cloud migration, only to abandon it later when it failed to live up to the hype. Despite this, the predication is that cloud adoption will grow by 5-10% again this year, driven by promises of agility, growth and cost savings. So, what…
Cybersecurity, Malware, and Phishing Prevention: Mobile Safeguarding Against Cybersecurity, Malware and Phishing
Mobile malware attacks skyrocketed last year. In just the first quarter of 2017, McAfee had already detected more than 1.5 million new incidents of malware specifically targeting mobile devices. By January 2018, Google had removed 60 apps from its Play Store due to malware. As their screen size, speed and performance have increased, smartphones have…
2018 Best Place To Work in Connecticut: Cooperative Systems
For the 5th year in a row, Cooperative Systems has been named as a Best Place to Work in Connecticut! This thirteenth annual program was created by the Hartford Business Journal and Best Companies Group. “We are so pleased to be recognized by BPTW for the 5th year in a row,” Bob DeLisa, President of…
BankWorld 2018 Podcast Interview: Outsourced IT, Technology Maintenance, and Cybersecurity Services
BankWorld 2018 took place this past Friday, January 12th, at Mohegan Sun. Scott Spatz and Megan Lanouette of Cooperative Systems were invited to give insights about Cooperative Systems’ NOAH Outsourced IT, Maintenance, and Security Services for banks and credit unions. Tune in as Scott offers a high-level overview of services that Cooperative Systems offers and…
Cybersecurity For Business: Five Signs You’ve Been Hacked
January 28 was Data Privacy Day in 2018, which meant the start of a new year – What better time for implementing resolutions and fresh starts?! If you resolved to be more vigilant this year by putting a high priority on your cybersecurity efforts, it is hopefully not too late. That said, we really hope…
Is a BYOD Policy Right for Your Business in 2018?
As 2017 winds down, it is time to forecast the workplace technology trends for 2018 and anticipate how these trends can impact your small business. One of the biggest trends is Bring Your Own Device, or BYOD. Being that we are in the business of making sure you are prepared for what the changing technology…
Cybersecurity For Business: 3 Best Practices For Safe Online Shopping
Online shopping opens the potential for you to be phished and scammed into losing control of your information. Here are 3 keys to successfully safe online shopping this season!
Cybersecurity For Businesses: How To Avoid Technology Security Risks
There’s more to business security than putting in place a firewall and some security software and hoping it wards off attacks and other threats. To achieve this, initial and ongoing testing has to happen and the follow-through thereafter is key. Here’s how to determine if your business is really ready to combat threats and stay…