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Welcome to the February 2024 edition of our Technology Insider newsletter.
PING! In this month’s newsletter we look at notifications and how they could be a nuisance for your team… PING!
We’ve got a three-step plan to help you tackle the notification dilemma, so everyone can enjoy a better work/life balance.
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As always, if you’ve got any feedback or questions about technology, please email me: business@yourcloudworks.com or call 01908 410261.
Enjoy reading your Technology Insider.
Welcome to the January 2024 edition of our Technology Insider newsletter – Happy New Year!
To kick off 2024 the right way, we’re talking about your IT strategy and the 7 things it really should include. If you don’t have a strategy, now’s the time to put one together (we can help).
We explain how to create a plan that doesn’t follow tech trends, and instead works with your own business plans and goals.
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Plus the usual tech facts and quiz. As always, if you’ve got any feedback or questions about technology, please email me: tonyc@yourcloudworks.com or call 01908 410261
Enjoy reading your Technology Insider.
Welcome to the December 2023 edition of our Technology Insider newsletter.
This month we’re wondering whether Google is setting a good example when it comes to keeping your business secure. The tech giant has a new security strategy, but is it too restrictive? Is a one-size-fits-all approach ever the solution?
We give you our take and suggest the right way to create your own business security strategy.
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Plus, the usual tech facts and quiz.
As always, if you’ve got any feedback or questions about technology, please email me: business@yourcloudworks.com or call 01908 410261.
Enjoy reading your Technology Insider.
Welcome to the November 2023 edition of our Technology Insider newsletter.
This month we’re talking security. It’s serious business and something you need to invest in to keep your data safe and secure. One thing you simply can’t overlook is keeping your team up to date on the latest cyber threats.
We look at three of the most pressing cyber security threats to educate your people about before your next cyber security awareness training begins.
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Plus the usual tech facts and quiz. As always, if you’ve got any feedback or questions about technology, please email me: tonyc@yourcloudworks.com or call 01908 410261
Enjoy reading your Technology Insider.
Welcome to the October 2023 edition of our Technology Insider newsletter.
We’ve been using collaboration tools religiously for several years now and it’s difficult to imagine our work lives without them. But could they be a security risk we’re overlooking? If you haven’t done your research or set things up properly, it’s possible.
This month’s newsletter talks about Business Communication Compromise (BCC) attacks and explains how to keep your collaboration tools secure.
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Plus, the usual tech facts and quiz. As always, if you’ve got any feedback or questions about technology, please email me: business@yourcloudworks.com or call 01908 410261.
Enjoy reading your Technology Insider.
Welcome to the September 2023 edition of our Technology Insider newsletter.
Digital transformation is where you introduce new technology across every part of your business, to help you sell more, deliver better customer service and be more efficient/profitable. But many businesses forget the most important element… their people.
This month’s newsletter tells you how to create a digital transformation plan that guarantees success thanks to employee buy-in. Also inside:
Plus the usual tech facts and quiz. As always, if you’ve got any feedback or questions about technology, please email me: tonyc@yourcloudworks.com or call 01908 410261
Enjoy reading your Technology Insider.
Welcome to the August 2023 edition of our Technology Insider newsletter.
Cyber security fatigue is a worrying new trend that we’re seeing more of in recent months. Teams are becoming overwhelmed and desensitised to the barrage of cyber threats we’re faced with every day. And it means they’re becoming lax with security measures.
This month’s newsletter tells you how to spot the signs of cyber security fatigue, and the ways you can combat it. Also inside:
Welcome to the July 2023 edition of our Technology Insider newsletter.
As the stresses of everyday life increase, it can become difficult to keep your team engaged. If you’re asking more of your people – but are unable to keep their wages in line with inflation – you’ll need to look at other ways to keep them motivated, loyal, and happy in their roles.
Could better tech be the answer you’ve been looking for?
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Plus the usual tech facts and quiz. As always, if you’ve got any feedback or questions about technology
Welcome to the April 2023 edition of our Technology Insider newsletter.
Are you thinking about downsizing your office space, or going fully remote? Moves can be stressful, and relocating your IT systems takes careful planning. Read our top three suggestions to help make your move go smoothly.
If your business doesn’t have a good cyber resiliency plan, a cyber attack could leave you dangerously exposed. Read our expert advice.
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Welcome to the May 2023 edition of our Technology Insider newsletter.
Are you one of the many companies around the world that’s looking at a four-day working week? Perhaps you’ve already made the leap. But what does it mean for your IT security?
Do your people use their own phones for work? That’s something you may want to think about – because cyber crooks know a weak link in a chain when they see one. Read our expert advice.
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Plus the usual tech facts and quiz. As always, if you’ve got any feedback or questions about technology
Welcome to the April 2023 edition of our Technology Insider newsletter.
Smartphones have taken over from laptops as most people’s preferred portable work tool. But that creates a new set of security risks to be aware of. We have the latest advice.
What’s all the fuss about ChatGPT? The AI chatbot has been making the news around the world for some of the remarkable possibilities it seems to be creating. But what exactly is it, and why is it making such waves?
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Welcome to the March 2023 edition of our Technology Insider newsletter.
Google Chrome users could be ramping up their productivity by making more use of Extensions. There are hundreds of these small, free, add-on programs available for the world’s most-used web browser. Some just turn your cursor into a pizza slice – because why not? – but some have more practical uses that can help you get the most out of your day.
Read our top picks for productivity.
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Welcome to the February 2023 edition of our Technology Insider newsletter.
Have you ever felt like you’ve wasted money on technology that you thought would change your world? The wrong IT choices can end up being more trouble than they’re worth. That leaves you to foot the bill for a solution that solves nothing or, worse, creates problems of its own. This month, we have some great advice on making the right tech choices.
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Happy New Year and welcome to the January 2023 edition of our Technology Insider newsletter.
We’re all watching our energy bills going through the roof, but that doesn’t mean you should stand back and let it happen. There’s a lot you can do to reduce your IT energy costs, so we’re leading this month’s edition with our practical hacks to help you keep a lid on your consumption.
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Hello and welcome to the December 2022 edition of our Technology Insider newsletter.
We start this month discussing the Metaverse. Imagine a massive 3D virtual space which mimics aspects of the physical world. We can all meet there at the same time, perhaps using virtual reality goggles or augmented reality glasses. Have a read and let me know if you think it’s time to start thinking about where your business could be in the future.
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Plus the usual tech facts and quiz. As always, if you’ve got any feedback or questions about technology, please email me: yourname@yourwebsite.com or call 01xxx xxxxxx.
Enjoy reading your Technology Insider.
Hello and welcome to the November 2022 edition of our Technology Insider newsletter.
We start this month discussing something called zero trust. This is a way of operating your network that treats every device and login as a threat until proven otherwise. Which is great for security but can have a negative effect on productivity. Have a read, and let me know if you think it’s time to increase your business’s security.
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Hello and welcome to the October 2022 edition of our Technology Insider newsletter.
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.
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Hello and welcome to the September 2022 edition of our Technology Insider newsletter.
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.
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Hello and welcome to the August 2022 edition of our Technology Insider newsletter.
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 trapped in spam filters.
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Have and read and share with your staff this week.
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.
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Hello and welcome to the June 2022 edition of our Technology Insider newsletter.
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.
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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?
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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.
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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:
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.
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With a new year comes new challenges, new technology and new business solutions. We are helping our partners to stay ahead of the curve.
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 people reuse passwords?
While 92% of people know it’s a risk to reuse passwords, 65% of them still do it anyway.
As you read this, Windows 11 has been out for a couple of months already.
Have you seen it in action yet? We like it a lot. It’s visually beautiful, and builds on all the good work Microsoft did with Windows 10 (rather than starting again from scratch).
Our normal advice when a new operating system launches is to hang fire for some time until you can be sure it’s fully stable, and all the bugs have been wiped out. Read on with your own copy…
This month we are taking a look at some interesting habits that are still affecting business worldwide.
These and many other Tech Nuggets in this month’s issue for you.
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.
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:
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? Listen to experts as they discuss the best use of technology for business
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 accidental breaches.
Have you booked a call to chat to our team and answer your IT Security and Support questions?
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
Is working from home really working?
Are you and your team aware of the dangers of Deepfakes
Office fire! You must read our “what do you save” updates…
How much would a data breach really cost your company?
Do your staff know how to recuperate that lost document in a couple of clicks?
76% of Office employees now depend on video calls, help them enjoy it
Smishing is the latest boom in SMS messages for cyber fraud
Can we help you to best use your IT budget for this yet? It will no doubt be tight
A laptop is stolen every 53 seconds! Is your business data safe and encrypted?
Every person on your team needs cyber security training. Including you!
What key change would your business benefit from right now?
Ransomware and data breaches are still occurring at an alarming rate, are you safe?
Are you looking forward to a productive 2021?
Is it time to talk to an expert and really reduce your IT costs? Call us now
What tools should you be providing for your home workers this year?
How can you reduce your IT costs in 2021?
Which simple business technology change will really improve your productivity?
When was the last time you actually discussed your IT requirements with an expert?
When did you last check your business data backup?
Are all businesses really under the threat of a Cyber Attack? Is it just hype?
Why do your office printers also need to be checked and password secure?
Are your staff really up-to-date with their Security Awareness training?
Do you have both long and short term plans ready for your remote staff and their IT requirements?
Getting to the “Paperless Office” the right way.
The new normal for business IT, what help do you need? How can you make sure that your team is safe and connected?
Internet Connectivity for the new normal. Introducing Cityfibre.
Letdown during Lockdown – Top 3 Questions for your IT Supplier
Is your business data being backed up correctly?
Many businesses have found out too late.
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be hacked?
This is the true horror of it.
We talk about why Windows 7 will leave your business in the dark ages, helpful Office 365 applications and a bunch of tech tips that you’ll want to know.
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