WingSwept spends substantial time making sure that each client’s technology is supporting their goals – for many clients, these goals include increasing efficiency, maximizing returns, and supporting future growth. But one goal that all of our clients share is minimizing the risk posed by a major technology failure. When discussing technology risk, everyone is familiar…
Category Archives: Technology Tips
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Technology and Risk Management
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Does a Virtualized Desktop Infrastructure Make Sense for Your Business?
If you have an office with dozens of workstations, one question you’ve probably encountered is whether to maintain each workstation independently or to use a Virtualized Desktop Infrastructure, or VDI. Generally, VDI uses thin clients, or cheaper network devices, to connect all VDI users to a server running the applications they need. The server itself…
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Ensuring Security Post-Employee Exit
Executives are well-versed in the threat of hackers, but the bigger danger lies in legitimate login misuse. What might not be as apparent is the more significant risk posed by individuals wielding legitimate login credentials to access sensitive data improperly. The avenues for this threat are diverse, from employees unknowingly divulging passwords in phishing scams…
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What Microsoft License Types Mean For Your Business
You might already know that Microsoft has different versions of its software designed for consumers and business – For instance, both Windows and Office have Home and Professional versions, among others. But there are also different ways to license this software – and the license type determines your rights to transfer it to a new…
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IT Checklist For Opening a Satellite Office
IT Checklist For Opening a Satellite Office In a recent post, we discussed some of the things to consider if you’re relocating offices. This can present some unique challenges, including the temporary need to have a functioning network in two locations at once. But a satellite office can increase those challenges substantially because having two…
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CEOs Should Insist That Technology Make Their Business Better at Accomplishing Its Core Mission
Recently, consulting firm McKinsey wrote about what questions a company board should ask about their company’s technology and IT capabilities. Beyond the obvious question about the impact of technology on the company, the first question was “What value is the business getting from its most important IT projects?” It’s an obvious question for CEOs, CFOs,…
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Top Small Business Technology Trends for 2016
Small Business Computing has identified their top 3 technology trends for small business next year. They are: -Accelerating transition from on-site deployment to cloud-based software and storage -Increasing cyberattacks, especially ransomware that captures business data and holds it hostage -Increased use of mobile apps, including those supplanting desktop-based productivity apps. All three of these trends…
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Are you prepared for a natural disaster? Hurricane season begins!
With the recent events in the Midwest, business owners are reminded to reevaluate the security and risk in its current I.T. network. With hurricane season approaching in the South, WingSwept would like to remind businesses different solutions available to maximize business continuity and investment. Disaster (n): the keyword coined to cover all instances where data…
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Microsoft’s 11 tips for Social Networking Safety
In today’s interconnected world, social networking has become an integral part of our lives, allowing us to connect with friends, share our experiences, and stay updated on current events. However, as we navigate the digital landscape, it’s crucial to exercise caution and be aware of potential risks that can compromise our online security and privacy….
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Dropbox v. Enterprise-level BDR Solutions
A Summary of Recent ChannelPro Article “The Coming Convergence of File Sync and BDR.” Dropbox is a very popular program and in some ways, it does the same job as some backup systems out there. But, do industry experts think file syncing programs are viable backup and disaster recovery (BDR) options? A recent article in…