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Your Guide to Navigating NIST 800-171

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If you’ve ever tried to read through the NIST 800-171 compliance guidelines, you know it can be both overwhelming and confusing. That’s why we’ve put together this guide to help you navigate through the requirements and understand what they mean for your organization. Understanding NIST 800-171 NIST 800-171 is a set of guidelines established by […]

How to Keep Your Business ITAR Compliant

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Keeping up with every regulation in Utah can be tiring—especially when your business is growing. However, non-compliance can have serious consequences for your business, including fines or even criminal charges. If you are involved in the export of defense articles and services, it’s crucial to stay on top of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations […]

The Latest Cloud Security Threats and How to Mitigate Them

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While your company gains a lot of efficiency by moving business operations to the cloud, it can also increase the risk of security threats. The importance of cloud security cannot be overstated, especially for small businesses. Hackers are constantly devising sophisticated techniques to infiltrate these virtual environments. Consequently, understanding the latest cloud security threats and […]

The 5 Biggest Cybersecurity Threats to Utah Businesses in 2023

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Worldwide, cybersecurity has taken center stage for businesses, and Utah businesses are no different. Business owners in Utah must contend with the ever-present threat of cyberattacks that are constantly evolving, but staying on top of those threats can be challenging.  In this article, we’ll delve into the security threats your company should be aware of, […]

Keep Your Sensitive Data Secure: How to Send an Encrypted Email in Outlook

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Have you ever typed up an email with confidential information and hesitated to click send? Without security measures, anyone who gains access to that email could obtain sensitive content including financial data, personal identification numbers, or sensitive business documents. That is why email security is so important. Last year, the total number of ransomware attacks—a […]

The Truth Behind Ignoring a Software Update

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Let’s be honest—when most of us see that little notification about needing an update on our computer, we ignore it. It can be annoying to wait for the installation to be completed, and then completely restart your computer for the update to finish. It takes up so much time! What does it even do? Well, […]

How to Teach Your Employees About Cybersecurity

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Nothing is worse than knowing that you were the cause of a cyber attack against your company—attacks like these can lead to huge data loss and security breaches, as well as a negative impact on the morale of your team.  However, without the proper cyber security awareness training, it can be hard to know exactly […]

5 Reasons Your Small Business Should Purchase Used Computers

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For many small business owners, looking for ways to save money and cut down on operating costs is crucial to stay afloat. But technology is an expensive and mandatory investment. While purchasing new computing equipment is usually the norm, you may not realize that used computers may be the better option for your company. It’s […]

Should You Handle the Cloud on Your Own?

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As of June 2023, 94% of businesses use cloud services—but not all of them are using these services effectively. Understanding the many aspects of the cloud can help your business use this important tool effectively, and also determine if you require extra support through cloud managed services. We’ve gathered some great points to consider as […]