Is your book collection taking over?
Is your book collection taking over? This book scanner could digitise all your books, magazines and documents. Do you want one? #BookScanner #DigitalBooks #HelpfulGadget
Would you pay YouTube to watch 4K videos?
Reports suggest you might soon need a paid YouTube subscription to watch 4K videos. Would you shell out for higher quality? #YouTube #PremiumSubscription #4KVideo
Do you use Chrome? You’ll want to know about this free update
Do you use Chrome? You’ll want to know about this free update – it lets you organise your open tabs into groups. We think this is a game changer… will your people use it? #Google #Chrome #TabGroups
Do you ever worry that your documents might be copied when you’re sharing them?
Do you ever worry that your documents might be copied when you’re sharing them? Microsoft’s latest security feature stops people copying info to separate locations #Microsoft #NewSecurityFeature #DataSecurity
A brand new security update to Microsoft Teams
At last, a new security update to Microsoft Teams means you’ll be able to report phishing emails received in the app. Has this been a problem for your business? #Microsoft #Teams #PhishingEmails
If you’re not already using a password manager, what’s stopping you?
If you’re not already using a password manager, what’s stopping you? Our new guide tells you everything you need to know about them; the good, the bad, and the ugly. Get it here #PasswordManager #CyberSecurity #FreeGuide
Not a fan of LinkedIn integrated into your Teams account?
Not a fan of LinkedIn integrated into your Teams account? Here’s how to disable it #LinkedIn #teams #HowTo
Unusual new feature on the new iPhone
Got an iPhone? This new app lets you download non-App Store apps. But BEWARE… it could also help cyber criminals install malware on your phone #AppStore #malware #TrollStore
Have you heard of the Speech Accessibility Project?
This is great. All the big tech companies have partnered to form the Speech Accessibility Project. It wants to improve speech recognition for people with disabilities #BigTech #SpeechRecognition #SpeechAccessibilityProject
Windows 11 has a new tool to stop your people making bad decisions.
Windows 11 has a new tool to stop your people making bad decisions. It will block certain file extensions from downloading reducing the risk of malware #Windows11 #malware #microsoft
Cyber-attacks are still costing businesses millions.
It looks like cyber-attacks are costing businesses more and more. One in three victims lose at least £85,000 and 11% lose up to a million. Whoah… #CyberAttacks #expensive #CyberSecurity
Did you know that curved monitors can help prevent eye strain and blurred vision?
Did you know that curved monitors can help prevent eye strain and blurred vision? Here are some of the best ones on the market #CurvedMonitor #BestOf #ProductivityBooster
Does the start menu in Windows 11 bother you?
Does the start menu in Windows 11 bother you? Relax… here’s how you can change it using a third party app #Windows11 #StartMenu #HowTo
A more silent iPhone keyboard?
If you love the keyboard clicks on your iPhone, did you know there’s a quieter way to type with iOS 16? #iPhone #TapTapTap #haptics
What? 32 people on a WhatsApp call?
You use WhatsApp, right? It’s testing a 32 person video call… that’s a big jump from the current limit of 8. For business, we advise sticking to professional tools like Teams #WhatsApp #VideoCall #NewLimit
Stress at work can have a big impact on productivity.
Stress at work can have a big impact on productivity. Would you consider a smart watch that monitors your employees’ stress levels throughout the day? #SmartWatch #wearables #StressAtWork
Android 13 is safer for your business
Android 13 is safer for your business We all use our phones for a lot more than sending messages and making the occasional call. And that means most of your staff are probably using their personal mobile for work now and then. Everyone does it. The downside of this is it puts your business data […]
Some bosses think their people do less when working from home
Some bosses think their people do less when working from home Microsoft has become the leader of productivity over many decades. Can you imagine doing your day to day work without their software? So it’s no surprise the tech giant recently conducted a major new survey into productivity in the workplace – and some of […]
Are you really downloading Zoom… or is it malware?
Are you really downloading Zoom… or is it malware? When you think about tools for remote working and chatting online, one of the first names in your mind is Zoom. But its popularity has opened the door for cyber criminals. They’re using its name to steal sensitive data. Researchers have discovered at least six convincing-looking […]
Apple still hasn’t launched buy now pay later…
Apple was due to release a ‘buy now pay later’ feature with its iOS 16 launch… but it’s been pushed back thanks to technical challenges. Would your business use this, for cash flow? #apple #BuyNowPayLater #TechnicalDifficulties
Private Tweets?
On Twitter, there may be times where you only want certain people to see your tweets (such as hiding personal updates from clients). The new Twitter Circle feature does this #twitter #TwitterCircle #TargetedTweets
Not good… Android spyware is back.
Not good… Android spyware is back. Cyber criminals have launched a text message campaign that can steal your most sensitive data. Please warn your team #smishing #CyberAttacks #android
Do you use a PDF reader app on your Android device?
Do you use a PDF reader app on your Android device? Hopefully it’s not this one. It’s had more than a million downloads, but it’s actually adware. Delete it now! #adware #PDFReader #android
What happened to the Amazon bonus?
40% of recently promoted Amazon staff were told their bonus was smaller than promised, due to a software error. Would love to have sat in those meetings… #amazon #SoftwareError #EmbarrassingMeetings
Automatic profile switching on Edge
Did you know you can enable automatic profile switching in the Edge browser, to keep work and personal things separate? Here’s how #MicrosoftEdge #ProfileSwitching #WorkLifeBalance
Do you know exactly what services your staff are signing up for?
Do some of your team sign up for software to get a job done, and then abandon their accounts? Nothing wrong with that so long as they’ve followed password best practice, and your business has a log somewhere of what they’ve done. There’s a warning story to show you why in this month’s newsletter. Also […]
Everything you need to know about password managers
If you’re confused about password managers, you’re not alone. A password manager is software that generates safe passwords, remembers them, and autofills logins for you. That saves time. But means your business can quickly lock out staff when they leave. Some people say they’re the best thing ever. Others are more negative. We believe they’re […]
Heard of bloatware? It might be using up precious memory on your PC.
Heard of bloatware? It might be using up precious memory on your PC. Here’s how to get rid of it #Windows #bloatware #HowTo
Businesses are finally refusing to pay ransomware demands…
Businesses are finally refusing to pay ransomware demands… but it’s not having the impact people had hoped for #ransomware #NewTargets
Microsoft took on 40,000 new employees over the last year
Microsoft took on 40,000 new employees over the last year, breaking its own hiring record. However, it’s since announced a hiring freeze – could we see a record firing? #Microsoft #HiringRecord #HiringFreeze
Last year, 83% of organisations reported phishing attacks.
Last year, 83% of organisations reported phishing attacks. Our new video explains the warning signs you need to be aware of #PhishingAttacks #WarningSigns #VideoGuide
Here’s an interesting look at how some companies are helping their teams
Inflation is at its highest in 40 years and your employees might be struggling. Here’s an interesting look at how some companies are helping their teams #CostOfLiving #inflation #EmployeeHelp
Have you heard about Passkeys?
Have you heard about Passkeys? They’re here to make passwords obsolete – and Apple’s new iOS 16 might be first to use them #Apple #Passkeys #iOS16
Seems like the financial crisis is hitting everyone.
Seems like the financial crisis is hitting everyone. Facebook recently reported its first ever decline in revenue (1%). Its parent company Meta saw a 36% fall in profit in Q2 #Facebook #Meta #RevenueDecline
Ransomware stats might not be as accurate as thought.
Ransomware stats might not be as accurate as thought. That’s because victims are unwilling to discuss what’s happened to them #ransomware #CyberSecurity #RansomwareVictims
Amazon’s emissions grew by 18% last year.
Despite its carbon neutrality goal, Amazon’s emissions grew by 18% last year. It’s blaming expansion and the pandemic. Do you think it can decrease its carbon footprint? #Amazon #CarbonNeutral #CarbonFootprint
Have you had the ‘This app can’t open’ error message on Windows?
Have you had the ‘This app can’t open’ error message on Windows? Here are a few ways you can fix it #Windows #AppCantOpen #ErrorMessage
Dell’s hoping your laptop will soon be able to wirelessly charge your mobile.
Dell’s hoping your laptop will soon be able to wirelessly charge your mobile. Is this music to anyone else’s ears?! #Dell #WirelessCharging #ForgotMyCharger
WhatsApp is currently testing a load of new features.
WhatsApp is currently testing a load of new features. Group admins may soon be able to delete messages for everyone in a group chat #WhatApp #NewFeatures #GroupChat
Google’s so dominant in search…
Google’s so dominant in search… is it time for an underdog search engine to reinvent the economics of search? #GoogleVsYep #SearchFight
Phishing is one of the biggest threats to your business right now.
Phishing is one of the biggest threats to your business right now. We’ve pulled together a complete guide that’s very easy to read. It’s free. Get it now and keep your business safe #PhishingAttack #CyberSecurity #FreeGuide
Samsung smartphone’s self-repair programme is now live.
If you have a Samsung smartphone, its self-repair programme is now live. You can order parts and tools, and fix any faults at home #Samsung #SelfRepairProgramme #DIY
Do you use SharePoint in your business?
Do you use SharePoint in your business? And do some of the team hate it? Good news! New upgrades mean it should be clearer and more intuitive to use #SharePoint #NewTemplates #microsoft
A smaller, faster version of Outlook for your Android phone
Did you know there’s a smaller, faster version of Outlook for your Android phone? Outlook Lite takes up less space, works faster, and uses less battery too #Outlook #OutlookLite #AndroidApp
Deleted a file in Windows 10 or 11? Whoops.
Deleted a file in Windows 10 or 11? Whoops. Here’s how to recover it #Windows #Microsoft #DeletedFiles
Translates your multi-lingual calls
Teams has announced a new feature that translates your multi-lingual calls. But it’s not done by AI – there’ll be a human interpreter. Will you use this? #Teams #Microsoft #LiveInterpretation
Now’s a good time to update any old devices you have
Finally, orders for tablets and laptops are starting to normalise after the pandemic broke the supply chain. Now’s a good time to update any old devices you have #TabletSales #LaptopSales #UpgradedDevices
How much do you really know about phishing scams?
How far does your business go to control who can access your systems?
How far does your business go to control who can access your systems? Some consider the “zero trust” model to be the safest form of protection #ZeroTrust #AccessControl #CyberSecurity
Here’s why you need to automate more
Automation is AMAZING. It has nothing but benefits for your business, including removing boring repetitive tasks that your staff hate doing… increasing overall productivity… and job satisfaction. It can improve customer service too. If you haven’t embraced automation in your business yet, we really should talk. Also inside this month: Why your executives might be […]
The business owner’s complete guide to phishing
Chances are you know about phishing. It’s where someone sends you a fake email pretending to be someone else. They’re hoping you’ll click a bad link or download a dangerous attachment. It’s one of the biggest kinds of cybercrime. But do you know what the red flags are?
How to control all those notifications…
We totally related to this article. Are you living in notification hell? The trick to being more productive in your business is reducing notifications #TooManyNotifications
The perfect video call setup
Key business security recommendations and best practices
Keep up to date with key business security recommendations and best practices for your IT infrastructure No-one likes spam. It’s not just a pain (and a security risk) in your inbox. It also chews up your team’s time dealing with it. There’s a guide in this month’s newsletter to stop your business’s email messages ending up […]
How to get the perfect video call setup, whatever your budget
Have you noticed how hybrid and remote workers fall into one of two categories when it comes to video calling? The first group are those who use the built-in webcam on their laptop. They usually look like they’re sitting in a dark room, and their background is full of distractions. The second group are more […]
How to stop Teams opening when you startup Windows 11
Hybrid Working: Hate it or rate it?
How do you feel about hybrid working, the mix of working remotely and in the office? Working from home has a very specific effect on your team’s productivity – and we reveal all in this month’s newsletter. Also inside this month: The Meta Business Suite has some cool business promotional tools There’s a new notifications […]
The biggest security threat to your business is on your payroll
Revealed: Look at the real cost of insider attacks – and how to prevent them The chance of your business’s data being breached by an inside attack is high. Most inside attacks are accidental. A well-meaning employee clicks on a bad link by mistake. But there are some attacks caused by malicious attackers, deliberately looking […]
Let’s Talk Password Managers
Two thirds of people working remotely are using faulty devices
Keep up to date with key business security recommendations and best practices for your IT infrastructure Did you know two thirds of people working remotely are using faulty devices. And you won’t believe the main reason why… all is revealed in this month’s cover story. Also inside this month: The vermin malware you really don’t […]
The business owner’s briefing: Reduce the burden on your brain
How to focus more, be interrupted less… and get more done. As a business owner your cognitive load can really be overwhelming, daunting and even unmanageable at times. Not only do you have your own work to think about, but your focus often has to be split between that and what your people need from […]
Productivity Tools: What’s Next?
The development of the world’s productivity software has been amazing over the last couple of years. In our lead story this month, we ask you the simple question: If you could wave a magic wand, what application would you like to see to make your business better? Also inside this month: An app that makes […]
Digital Transformation for your Business
Who is guiding your digital IT transformation As an ambitious business owner, you’re always looking for new ways to help your business develop, improve and grow, no matter how successful it already is. You’ll also want to improve the experience for your customers. And of course, you’ll be aware that your IT infrastructure plays a […]
Microsoft Lists for Team Efficiency
33% of UK employees are more likely to accept a job that includes MAC devices!
Keep up to date with key business security recommendations and best practices for your IT infrastructure Are you even reading this correctly? 33% of UK employees are more likely to accept a job that includes MAC devices! Interesting, it rises to 49% with younger workers. Also inside this month: Why do they say that the […]
Your Essential Cloud Migration Strategy Checklist
A migration is a big complicated, time-consuming thing. And it definitely comes with certain dangers. “I can’t lose any of these files and documents!” “How do we know that everything will be transferred correctly?” These questions are answered after a lot of hard work. But with hard work comes great reward. Let’s talk about Cloud […]
Keep your webcam secure!
How is your video call etiquette?
How is your video call etiquette? After two solid years on remote meetings and video calls we should know a thing or two about Zoom, Teams and Google Meet. Also in this month’s issue: What’s the technology update on the Global Chip Shortage? Is there a correct way to monitor yourremote workers? Who really needs […]
The 7 KPIs for ROI from IT
How to ensure your business’s spend on IT is an investment, and never an expense No matter what kind of business you run, technology sits at the heart of it today. And it’s going to become more and more important in the future. Big business thinkers see IT as a long-term investment. They understand the […]
The Real Helpdesk Test
The Process of Turning Work into a Game
No matter how fun your workplace, I bet there are dull jobs that have to be done. People can quickly get bored of these jobs and that’s when mistakes creep in. In this month’s cover story we look at gamification – the process of turning work into a game. Also inside this month: How Safari protects […]
The security problem of John’s “other” laptop
Is the home working security question still affecting your business? How to keep your business’s data ultra-safe during the Work From Home revolution Working From Home and hybrid working are here to stay. And that means as businesses, we need to get a grip on security in our staff’s homes as much as we do […]
Would your Staff Click That Link?
How many businesses are really using a password manager now?
With a new year comes new challenges, new technology and new business solutions. We are helping our partners to stay ahead of the curve. The Power of The Password Manager Let’s focus on Microsoft 365 Have your staff ever been Juice Jacked? Is Hybrid working the new normal for 2022? Why not get in touch […]
Did you get a short break at Christmas?
Even if it was just a few days, that break can give you huge clarity of thinking about where to take your business this year. We call this the January Refresh & Refocus. Let us tell you the two technology areas that will be the most important in 2022. They are Defend and Invest. Defend is about protecting […]
Accurate IT Hardware Budgeting
98% of all businesses have experienced at least one breach of their data
Keep up to date with key business security recommendations and best practices for your IT infrastructure A report recently found that a massive 98% of all businesses have experienced at least one breach of their data stored in the cloud, over the past 18 months. What? That’s almost ALL businesses. Did you know… 65% of […]
Are you really paying your IT Support partner enough?
Surprising question? I bet that’s a question you’ve never asked yourself before… But it’s important you do. Because in the world of technology, there’s a definite link between what you pay, and the quality of the service you receive. Picking an IT provider on price alone is a false economy. If you’re paying too little, you’re […]
Are your team still reusing passwords?
This month we are taking a look at some interesting habits that are still affecting business worldwide. How dangerous is it to continue reusing passwords? What are man-in-the-middle cyber attacks? How can you protect your business from them? Why are PC sales at an al time high right now? Competitor focused or cutomer focused? Do […]
Stop Apps from Loading at Start-Up
It’s a Massive Launch Month!
Don’t Dive Head-First into Windows 11 Without Reading this First Is your PC ready for Windows 11? How can you find out more? If your devices are not ready what can you do? Do you need some expert guidance to audit your Windows 11 panorama?
You must run software updates
Keep up to date with key business security recommendations and best practices for your IT infrastructure No-one likes updating software. Yet keeping all devices up-to-date all the time is one of the most important first lines of data security. It’s a real basic. We explore that in this month’s newsletter. Also inside this month: Have […]
Manage Your Chrome Passwords
Every Business Will Face A Ransomware Attack
Be prepared: Sooner or later your business WILL be attacked 5 steps to improve your ransomware resilience Ransomware is the most terrifying data security threat your business has ever faced. Imagine all your staff trying to login one morning. But all of them get a bright red screen saying your data has been locked away, […]
What repeat tasks could you automate?
Are there tasks that you and your team repeat every day? Maybe they can be automated in some way. You’d be surprised how many routine jobs can be automated in some way. We explore that in this month’s newsletter. Also inside this month: Many people use the same three passwords across all their apps and […]
What Is Multi-Factor Authentication
It’s time to switch your IT Partner
If your IT support company is ALWAYS fixing your technology… it’s time to switch Improve profits with your IT partner’s Proactive Problem Prevention Just fixing technology when it breaks is so 2010. These days most businesses prefer an IT partner who proactively prevents problems from happening. If you don’t have this, you really need to […]
Let’s answer those difficult questions about company data
Keep up to date with key business security recommendations and best practices for your IT infrastructure Let’s answer those difficult questions about company data on your staff’s mobile phones Which social media platforms are right for growing your business and how can you use them? Can you really get more done without hiring more people? […]
So you clicked a bad link on your phone
Let’s talk about the hidden treasures of Microsoft 365
Most businesses get MS 365 just to access Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams. And then they discover there are so many other apps included. How many of these hidden gems could improve the productivity of your team? What are these additional 365 tools for? We have chosen 10 apps that might just make a difference […]
Is it time to move to biometrics over passwords?
We continually put together important technology insights to help keep your business safe and productive Is it time to move to biometrics over passwords? How are you helping your team to develop safe online security habits? Are they being trained regularly? Let’s talk about an insider business security strategy to keep your business safe from […]
4 businesses become victims of malware every minute
Keep up to date with key business security recommendations and best practices for your IT infrastructure 4 businesses become victims of malware every minute How can Alexa help you to be more productive The easy way to stop copy and paste being annoying Plus, the usual tech quiz and fun facts…to keep you up-to-date
These are the threats to worry about
An easy to read guide to the 9 most terrifying types of malware All businesses are being targeted by malware, all the time. And it’s estimated there are now one billion pieces of it out there. What is malware? It’s malicious software that’s been designed to do damage to your IT systems, or steal your […]