By now, most of us are familiar with multi-factor authentication (MFA). When a system requires multiple steps to log into an account it becomes harder for bad actors to access your data. MFA is one of the easiest ways small organizations, nonprofits, and associations can stop cyberattacks before they start. But with so many options… Read more »
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The Technology Lifecycle: When to Upgrade vs. When to Repair
When your organization relies on technology to stay productive, every device has a lifecycle. You’ve likely noticed this with your personal devices: your phone that’s only a few generations old can barely hold a charge, or your laptop seemingly takes forever to load a single email. At some point, every device becomes less secure, slows… Read more »
Cybersecurity Trends for 2026
As the year winds down, many leaders are already planning for what’s ahead — and cybersecurity remains a top priority. With cyber threats evolving quickly, understanding the cybersecurity trends for 2026 can help small businesses, nonprofits, and associations strengthen their defenses, protect sensitive data, and avoid costly disruptions. Whether you manage a growing organization or… Read more »
Google AI and Gmail Privacy: Check Your Settings
Artificial intelligence tools are becoming more integrated into email platforms, raising new questions about security and transparency. The recent lawsuit involving Google AI and Gmail privacy highlights growing concern over whether AI systems should have access to personal or organizational emails by default. In early November, a class-action lawsuit alleged that Google quietly shifted its… Read more »
Why Cybersecurity Training Fails – And How to Fix It
Cybersecurity training isn’t just another item on an annual compliance checklist – it’s one of the most critical components of an organization’s security posture. Yet, for many small organizations, nonprofits, and mission-driven teams, traditional cybersecurity training isn’t working. Employees sit through a slide deck or video once a year and move on. Then, all it… Read more »
Why We’re Grateful for Technology This Season
As we enter a season centered around gratitude and connection, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the benefits of managed IT services and how technology supports small organizations, nonprofits, and mission-driven teams. Reliable IT isn’t just equipment and software — it’s the foundation that enables communication, protects important information, and helps organizations make a… Read more »
Secure Digital Giving for the Holidays: Safe Online Donations
As the season of giving approaches, secure digital giving becomes essential for nonprofits, associations, and community organizations. From Thanksgiving through year-end, many organizations experience their highest volume of online donations — including charitable gifts, tithes, event contributions, and recurring giving enrollments. These donations support critical programs, community outreach, and year-end initiatives — but only if… Read more »
How Microsoft’s AI Superfactory Will Impact Small Organizations
Artificial intelligence is reshaping how we work, communicate, and secure our data — but few people think about the technology behind it. Microsoft’s new AI superfactory marks a major shift in cloud infrastructure and AI capability, and it will directly influence how AI tools run for small organizations, nonprofits, associations, and mission-driven institutions. This advancement… Read more »
Disaster Recovery Planning for Small Organizations
Disaster recovery planning for small organizations isn’t just a best practice – it’s essential. Disasters rarely arrive with warning, and events like fires, floods, cyberattacks, or even simple hardware failures can quickly disrupt operations, damage trust, and affect the communities you serve. Some mission-driven groups – including nonprofits, community centers, or religious institutions – may… Read more »
Switching Managed Service Providers: What to Know
Switching Managed Service Providers (MSPs) is more than a technical decision — it’s a strategic one. Your MSP affects security, productivity, compliance, and overall business continuity, so a poorly managed transition can lead to downtime, lost data, or unexpected costs. Here’s how to evaluate your options before making the move. 1. Define Your Needs and… Read more »
