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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 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 (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 »
Ransomware preparedness for executives is more important than ever. Ransomware attacks are no longer rare — they are a growing threat to organizations of all sizes. For executives, the stakes are high: a single attack can disrupt operations, compromise sensitive data, and cost thousands — or even millions — in recovery efforts. Being prepared isn’t… Read more »
Strategic technology investments for small organizations—whether a nonprofit, religious institution, or SMB—can make every dollar count. While technology can be a major expense, the right investments pay for themselves by improving efficiency, security, and overall impact. Here are three technology areas that consistently deliver the highest return on investment. 1. Cloud-Based Productivity and Collaboration Tools… Read more »
The FBI recently raised concerns about the strength of end-to-end encryption in popular messaging apps such as WhatsApp, Google Messages, iMessage, and Facebook Messenger. Notably, their argument is that encryption has become so effective that it can also protect criminals who use these platforms to communicate and plan illegal activity. While strong encryption is essential… Read more »
