The Latest Insights for Smarter IT
No tech jargon or buzzwords here! The Sure Spotlight shares the latest best practices about what’s actually working (and what’s not) when it comes to business IT. Whether you’re troubleshooting today’s IT issues or planning for tomorrow’s growth, you’ll find real guidance in each blog post.
Feel free to browse the articles below based on what matters most to your business.
Your Business Survived A Lot. Don’t Let A Password Be What Brings It Down.
Calgary businesses have dealt with a lot over the past few years. Supply chain disruptions, inflation, a tight labour market, an economy that keeps everyone guessing. You’ve adapted. You’ve pushed through. But there’s a threat most business owners aren’t watching closely enough, and unlike the challenges above, this one doesn’t announce itself. It just shows up one day, quietly, and by the time you know it’s there, the damage is…
Technology Is Only Half Of Resilience. Your Team Is The Other Half.
There is a question that does not come up often enough in conversations about cybersecurity. You have the tools. You have the firewall, the antivirus software, the email filters, maybe even continuous monitoring. The technology side of your security strategy is reasonably solid. So why do breaches keep happening to businesses that look, on paper,…
Why Layered Security Is The Only Strategy That Holds Up
Think about how you secure your home. You probably do not rely on a single deadbolt and call it done. You have locks on the windows. Maybe a security system. Exterior lighting. A dog that barks at strangers. Each of those things adds a layer of protection, and each layer covers for the weaknesses of…
Recommended Reads to Strengthen Your IT Strategy
Not sure where to start? Here are a few of our most popular posts among your fellow Calgary businesses. They’ve used the strategies inside to cut operating costs, streamline operations and minimize cybersecurity threats.
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The Impact of Tariffs on Technology Hardware Prices in Canada and the US: Why Now is the Time to Upgrade
In recent years, the imposition of tariffs on imports has significantly impacted various industries, including technology hardware. With the US government announcing a 25% tariff on Canadian imports, businesses in both Canada and the US are facing higher costs for essential IT infrastructure such as servers, networking gear, and electronics. This article explores how these…
The Evolution of Microsoft’s Password Best Practices
In celebration of World Password Day, we take a quick journey back in time with Microsoft’s password best practices.
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