October 10th, 2024 by Jason Thompson
You might be thinking that you’ve done everything to protect your business from cyberthreats. You have the most advanced security solutions to defend against external threats, but are you equally protected against internal threats?
Knowingly or...
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Tags: communication, data breach, firewall
Posted in: Cyber Security
September 2nd, 2024 by William Wentowski
In the ever-evolving digital landscape, cyber threats lurk around every corner, posing imminent risks to businesses of all sizes. From data breaches that can compromise sensitive information to ransomware attacks that can cripple operations, the consequences...
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Tags: business, cyber security, data breach
Posted in: Cyber Security
June 3rd, 2024 by William Wentowski
The healthcare industry relies heavily on data and interconnected systems to deliver critical services and save lives. However, the sensitive nature of this information and the increasing sophistication of cyber threats make healthcare organizations...
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Tags: cyber security, managed solutions, ransomware
Posted in: Cyber Security
May 28th, 2024 by William Wentowski
As a Client Chief Information Officer (CIO) at BTS Technologies, I have a front-row seat to the rapidly changing world of cybersecurity. The landscape is evolving at an unprecedented pace, and staying ahead of the curve is not just a necessity—it’s a...
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Tags: communication, cyber security, data breach
Posted in: Cyber Security
May 7th, 2024 by William Wentowski
In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, security has become a paramount concern for businesses of all sizes. With the increasing frequency and sophistication of cyber threats, protecting sensitive data, systems, and networks has become a daunting...
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Tags: cost efficiencies, cyber security, data breach, infrastructure, scalability
Posted in: Cyber Security
May 3rd, 2024 by William Wentowski
In today's interconnected world, where digital technology permeates every aspect of our lives, the importance of cyber security cannot be overstated. A single data breach or cyber attack can have far-reaching consequences, compromising sensitive...
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Tags: communication, cyber security, data breach
Posted in: Cyber Security
April 17th, 2024 by William Wentowski
In the digital age, ensuring the safety and integrity of data has become paramount for individuals and businesses alike. Cloud security emerges as a key player in this arena, offering robust solutions that strengthen our defense against cyber threats....
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Tags: cloud, communication, data breach
Posted in: Cyber Security
April 1st, 2024 by William Wentowski
Picture this: Your computer suddenly locks you out, and a sinister message pops up demanding a hefty ransom for the return of your precious data. Sounds like a plot twist in a tech thriller, right? Well, welcome to the wild world of ransomware...
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Tags: cyber security, email, ransomware
Posted in: Cyber Security
March 21st, 2024 by William Wentowski
In today's digital age, where data is a foundational asset for businesses and individuals alike, protecting this data becomes paramount. This is where data backup and disaster recovery come into play.
Understanding these terms and their significance...
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Tags: backup and disaster recovery, cyber security, passwords
Posted in: Cyber Security
February 1st, 2024 by William Wentowski
In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats, one malicious tactic stands out as a constant menace: phishing attacks. These deceptive maneuvers have become increasingly sophisticated, targeting individuals and organizations alike.
...
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Tags: dark web, data breach, phishing
Posted in: Cyber Security
December 4th, 2023 by William Wentowski
The digital revolution is taking the world by storm. Everyone depends on computerized systems for managing daily activities, from small to large organizations, corporations, and governments. This makes cybersecurity a much-needed safeguard option...
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Tags: cloud, cyber security, phishing, ransomware
Posted in: Cyber Security, Managed IT, Solutions
November 1st, 2023 by William Wentowski
In an age where nearly every aspect of business is conducted online, cybersecurity has become an essential component of any company's operations, regardless of size.
While larger enterprises typically have entire teams assigned to cybersecurity...
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Tags: cost efficiencies, cyber security, productivity
Posted in: Cyber Security
October 3rd, 2023 by William Wentowski
The need for strong cyber security measures cannot be emphasized in today's linked digital environment. With the increased frequency and advancement of cyber-attacks, businesses must proactively protect their digital assets and sensitive data. A...
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Tags: cost efficiencies, cyber security, productivity
Posted in: Cyber Security
September 1st, 2023 by William Wentowski
In an era where data breaches and cyber threats loom large, businesses are constantly seeking robust and reliable solutions to fortify their digital assets.
Microsoft Azure, a cloud computing platform by tech giant Microsoft, stands out for...
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Tags: Azure, cyber security, managed solutions
Posted in: Cyber Security
August 21st, 2023 by William Wentowski
Cyber security dangers are a serious concern in today's quickly changing digital environment. Ransomware attacks and data breaches are two of the most frequent and harmful dangers businesses encounter. While both can have negative effects, their...
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Tags: cyber security, data breach, ransomware
Posted in: Cyber Security
July 25th, 2023 by William Wentowski
In today's digital age, the healthcare industry has witnessed a remarkable transformation, with technological advancements revolutionizing patient care and administrative processes. Electronic health records, interconnected medical devices, and telemedicine...
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Tags: backup and disaster recovery, cyber security, healthcare
Posted in: Cyber Security
June 16th, 2023 by William Wentowski
Cybersecurity is an integral part of running any business, regardless of its size. As technology advances and becomes more accessible, small businesses are becoming increasingly vulnerable to cyber-attacks. Cybercriminals target...
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Tags: backup and disaster recovery, customer service, cyber security
Posted in: Cyber Security
June 1st, 2023 by William Wentowski
Network monitoring is the process of tracking and managing all of the activities associated with a computer network, including data flows, performance levels, user access, and more. It involves gathering information from a variety...
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Tags: cyber security, monitoring, network infrastructure
Posted in: Cyber Security
June 1st, 2023 by William Wentowski
Backup and disaster recovery (BDR) is critical to any business's IT infrastructure. It helps protect against data loss and other disasters that could potentially cripple an organization. BDR solutions involve:
Backing up data regularly.
Storing...
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Tags: backup and disaster recovery, cyber security, help desk
Posted in: Cyber Security
May 10th, 2023 by Roger Wentowski
Phishing scams are one of the most common forms of cybercrime today and can be incredibly damaging. The internet has opened up a whole new world for scammers to exploit unsuspecting victims by sending out fraudulent emails, texts, and other messages...
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Tags: cyber security, Managed IT, phishing
Posted in: Cyber Security
April 24th, 2023 by Brian Wakefield
Cyber-attacks are becoming increasingly common as technology advances and more people are connected to the internet. Cyber-attackers can access personal data, exploit system vulnerabilities, and infect systems with malicious software that can cause...
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Tags: cyber security, malware, phishing, ransomware
Posted in: Cyber Security
March 17th, 2023 by William Wentowski
As technology continues to develop, so does the potential for cyber security threats. With each new technological advancement comes a new wave of cyber security trends and strategies that must be addressed in order to keep data safe. In 2023, we can...
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Tags: artificial intelligence (AI), cloud, cyber security, dark web, mobile device security, monitoring
Posted in: Cyber Security
February 17th, 2023 by Roger Wentowski
Healthcare organizations need cybersecurity. The healthcare industry is becoming more digital and, thus, a larger target for cyber-attacks. These attacks can have any including ransomware, phishing scams, malware, and other malicious activities that...
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Tags: antivirus, cyber security, healthcare, malware, Managed IT, passwords, phishing, ransomware
Posted in: Cyber Security
November 29th, 2022 by Brian Wakefield
There are several reasons why businesses should take cyber security seriously, and some of the many benefits they can gain include the following:
Protects your online information: By having cyber security in place, you can help protect your important...
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Tags: cyber security, dark web, data breach, malware, Managed IT, phishing, ransomware
Posted in: Cyber Security
October 11th, 2022 by Roger Wentowski
Undoubtedly, technological advancements have made work and everyday life so much easier. However, with increasing technology, the threat to the security of those who use such technologies remains.
BTS understands that a company's data security is of...
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Tags: cyber security, data breach, malware, phishing, productivity, ransomware
Posted in: Cyber Security
August 12th, 2022 by Roger Wentowski
While you might have taken the strongest measures to ensure that your house remains safe and no burglar enters it, have you done the same for your business?
The risk of a cyber security threat is something that we cannot deny. Over the years, with...
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Tags: antivirus, cyber security, data breach, malware, phishing, ransomware
Posted in: Cyber Security
July 17th, 2022 by Brian Wakefield
The world of technology has evolved majorly over the years. However, while technology has advanced, the risk of cyber-attacks has increased too. Businesses these days function fully on computers. While protective strategies like firewall and cloud services...
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Tags: cyber security
Posted in: Cyber Security
June 17th, 2022 by William Wentowski
Cyber security helps safeguard your business against any potential attacks, malicious spyware, and data losses. With the continuous evolution of technology, more businesses are shifting toward digital platforms. While this has expanded the...
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Tags: backup and disaster recovery, cloud, customer service, data breach, productivity
Posted in: Cyber Security
April 25th, 2022 by William Wentowski
Cyber security solutions are critical for all organizations, especially when you consider how critical digital and online technologies are to your day-to-day operations. Cybercrime is increasing daily, and several small companies are particularly susceptible...
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Tags: backup and disaster recovery, cost efficiencies, regulation, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS)
Posted in: Cyber Security
April 4th, 2022 by William Wentowski
When turmoil and political upheaval wreak havoc half a world away, it is easy to think that your business is safe and sound here in America. Unfortunately, that is never the case, and is when you should be revamping your cyber security and examining...
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Tags: data breach, multi-factor authentication (MFA), ransomware
Posted in: Cyber Security
March 15th, 2022 by Brian Wakefield
Small and medium-sized business owners often choose to outsource their IT services for all the right reasons. Not only does it help them get instant access to the best technologies and a qualified team of IT experts that supervise their...
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Tags: cost efficiencies, Managed Service Provider (MSP), network infrastructure, SMBs, tips and tricks
Posted in: Cyber Security, Managed IT
February 22nd, 2022 by William Wentowski
Cyber security helps safeguard your business against potential attacks, malicious spyware, and data losses. With the continuous evolution of technology, more businesses are shifting toward digital platforms. While this has expanded the target audience,...
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Tags: antivirus, cloud, data breach
Posted in: Cyber Security
February 7th, 2022 by William Wentowski
Everything humans do now is recorded in digital form, and this data may either be beneficial or harmful depending on how it is used. When it comes to the digital trace, there's a lot of common ground to draw on.
This article will help you understand...
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Tags: data breach, firewall, network infrastructure
Posted in: Cyber Security
January 31st, 2022 by Brian Wakefield
Cyber security solutions are essential for businesses, especially given the importance of digital and internet technology in day-to-day functioning. Cybercrime is on the rise, and numerous small businesses are particularly vulnerable owing to a lack...
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Tags: antivirus, firewall, productivity, ransomware, WiFi
Posted in: Cyber Security
January 27th, 2022 by Technology Assurance Group
Leading Managed Technology Services
Provider Shares Significant Findings
About IT Growth
BIRMINGHAM, AL – BTS, a leading managed
technology services provider
(MTSP), recently shared that IT
research and consulting...
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Tags: cloud, Managed Service Provider (MSP), ransomware, SMBs, Technology Assurance Group (TAG)
Posted in: Cyber Security, Managed IT, Press Releases
January 23rd, 2022 by William Wentowski
Healthcare companies continuously face cyber threats that increases the safety risk of their patient information. Unfortunately, many healthcare leaders view cyber security as a technical issues that must be dealt with by the IT department.
The importance...
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Tags: healthcare, HIPAA, multi-factor authentication (MFA), NIST, regulation
Posted in: Cyber Security
January 13th, 2022 by Technology Assurance Group
Leading MTSP Increases Their Customers’ Productivity with New Microsoft Applications
BIRMINGHAM, AL – BTS a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), is preparing small to mid-sized businesses (SMBs) to upgrade their operating...
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Tags: collaboration tools, Microsoft, SMBs, Technology Assurance Group (TAG), updates & upgrades, Windows
Posted in: Cyber Security, Press Releases
January 6th, 2022 by William Wentowski
Did you know that 96 percent of phishing attacks are carried via email? The other three percent are carried through phone or malicious websites. According to a research study, one in every 4,200 emails is phishing emails.
Moreover, a report by iC3 shows...
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Tags: educational, email, phishing
Posted in: Cyber Security
December 10th, 2021 by William Wentowski
Cyber security is certainly a cause of stress for many business owners but it can protect them from data breaches that can otherwise cost them millions. In today's digital age, when cyberattacks are on the rise, businesses can’t afford to neglect...
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Tags: educational, malware, phishing, support
Posted in: Cyber Security
November 30th, 2021 by Roger Wentowski
With the ransomware epidemic still in full swing, and with no clear end in sight, many CEOs are still scratching their heads with decisions on how to secure their network. They pivot from strategy to strategy, try to take on the burden solely in...
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Tags: backup and disaster recovery, multi-factor authentication (MFA), ransomware, training, updates & upgrades
Posted in: Cyber Security
November 23rd, 2021 by Roger Wentowski
No matter your business scope, size, or industry, invest in cyber security audits routinely if you want to improve your company's security. Cyber security audits are more crucial than ever. A cyber security audit is primarily an independent...
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Tags: audits, data breach, HIPAA
Posted in: Cyber Security
November 9th, 2021 by Brian Wakefield
Are you a small or medium-sized business owner looking for breakthrough growth and a boost to business performance? Consider partnering with a managed IT services provider. Post-COVID 19, small and medium-sized businesses have been in a...
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Tags: backup and disaster recovery, cost efficiencies, email, network infrastructure, phishing, SMBs, updates & upgrades
Posted in: Cyber Security, Managed IT
November 1st, 2021 by William Wentowski
In the wake of the pandemic, employers across industries have given their employees the flexibility to work remotely. However, with the arrival of the COVID-19 vaccine, it is believed that many employees will either choose to work remotely or opt...
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Tags: multi-factor authentication (MFA), tips and tricks, training, virtual private network (VPN)
Posted in: Cyber Security, Hybrid / Remote Workforce
October 20th, 2021 by Technology Assurance Group
Leading Managed Technology Services
Provider Invests in Advanced
Cybersecurity Tools
BIRMINGHAM, AL – BTS, a leading managed
technology services provider (MTSP),
has increased their investments in an
advanced cybersecurity...
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Tags: collaboration tools, data breach, ransomware, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS)
Posted in: Cyber Security, Press Releases
October 4th, 2021 by William Wentowski
Cybercrime is growing faster than you think. Did you know that there is a hacker attack every 39 seconds affecting one in three Americans annually? Also, 64 percent of the companies in the US have experienced web-based cyber-attacks, including...
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Tags: data breach, email, malware, network infrastructure, phishing, ransomware
Posted in: Cyber Security
September 23rd, 2021 by Brian Wakefield
Due to ongoing technological advancements and new business challenges cropping up now and then, business owners need to ensure that they have the best technologies in place. This is why it is essential to find a reliable and seasoned MSP (Managed Service...
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Tags: backup and disaster recovery, cloud, IT consulting, Managed Service Provider (MSP)
Posted in: VoIP, Cyber Security, Managed IT
September 15th, 2021 by Technology Assurance Group
Leading Managed Technology Services
Provider Keeps SMBs Safe, Once
Again
BIRMINGHAM, AL – BTS, a leading managed
technology services provider
(MTSP), recently shared that their
robust cybersecurity solutions have...
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Tags: cost efficiencies, data breach, ransomware, SMBs
Posted in: Cyber Security, Press Releases
September 7th, 2021 by William Wentowski
Cybercrime is growing faster than you might think. The internet has become a space that is continuously being attacked by malicious links, viruses, and Trojans. Whether you are self-employed, run a small business, or a large organization, you...
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Tags: antivirus, email, Microsoft, passwords, phishing, updates & upgrades, Windows
Posted in: Cyber Security
August 11th, 2021 by William Wentowski
It's a Friday afternoon and you receive an email asking you to participate in a bid with a link to the bid documents. Maybe you will look at it before the weekend and mull over if you want to respond to it. Upon clicking the link,...
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Tags: email, phishing, tips and tricks, training
Posted in: Cyber Security
August 9th, 2021 by William Wentowski
Regardless of the size, scope, or industry, every business is at the risk of cyber attacks. Corporations across industries are vulnerable because a majority of their data is stored online. From data breaches to infiltration on infrastructure and...
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Tags: data breach, malware, NIST, phishing
Posted in: Cyber Security
August 4th, 2021 by Technology Assurance Group
Leading Managed Technology Services Provider Shares How SMBs Can Protect Themselves from Cyberattacks and Ransomware Threats
BIRMINGHAM, AL -BTS Technologies, Inc., a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), recently shared that some...
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Tags: antivirus, backup and disaster recovery, multi-factor authentication (MFA), SMBs, training
Posted in: Cyber Security, Press Releases
June 29th, 2021 by Technology Assurance Group
Leading Managed Technology Services Provider Shares How AI is
Evolving SMB Defenses
BIRMINGHAM, AL - BTS a leading managed technology
services provider (MTSP), announced today that AI (artificial intelligence) is starting to play a key role in cybersecurity...
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Tags: artificial intelligence (AI), network infrastructure, SMBs, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Technology Assurance Group (TAG)
Posted in: Cyber Security, Press Releases
June 2nd, 2021 by William Wentowski
For the past several years, BTS has advocated the importance of cyber security. We've done our best to let businesses know that cyber security is something that can't be ignored or underbudgeted. However, more and more businesses fall victim to...
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Tags: backup and disaster recovery, data breach, ransomware
Posted in: Cyber Security
May 25th, 2021 by William Wentowski
The events happening with Colonial Pipeline are nothing new. Businesses are hacked every day, however, few have as much impact on the individual citizen as an attack on vital infrastructure. Over the past year, ransomware attacks have increased 300%....
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Tags: backup and disaster recovery, data breach, monitoring, ransomware
Posted in: Cyber Security
May 7th, 2021 by Matt Dean
Many organizations have heard of the cloud; the mythical technology that few grasp, but know it’s where their business needs to move. Like any buzzword or acronym, it is meant to excite and ensure it’s on the tip of everyone’s tongue. But many organizations...
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Tags: cloud, training, updates & upgrades, virtual private network (VPN)
Posted in: Cyber Security, Managed IT, Hybrid / Remote Workforce
May 4th, 2021 by Technology Assurance Group
Startling Statistics Reveal Challenges of Healthcare Industry's Ability to Safeguard Patient Records
BIRMINGHAM, AL - BTS Technologies, Inc., a leading managed technology services provider, announced that the company is helping healthcare...
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Tags: data breach, healthcare, HIPAA
Posted in: Cyber Security, Press Releases
April 30th, 2021 by Roger Wentowski
Are you prepared for the unthinkable? As Accounting and Financial professionals, we are accountable for some of the most important information our companies have. Are you prepared? Do you have the best controls in place to help prevent a hacker from...
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Tags: backup and disaster recovery, data breach
Posted in: Cyber Security
April 22nd, 2021 by Roger Wentowski
When it comes to business technology and services, there is one undeniable truth. You get what you pay for. If you find a cheaper service somewhere else, there's probably a reason why it costs less. Let's take cyber security, a costly (but necessary)...
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Tags: cost efficiencies
Posted in: Cyber Security
April 14th, 2021 by Brian Wakefield
This January, the HIPAA Safe Harbor Bill became law, and it's changing how all medical practices and healthcare organizations need to approach their cyber security. Here's what the law does and how it can affect your business:
HIPAA Safe Harbor Law...
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Tags: healthcare, HIPAA, NIST, regulation
Posted in: Cyber Security, News
April 13th, 2021 by Technology Assurance Group
BTS Helps Customers Protect Their Precious Networks
BIRMINGHAM, AL – BTS a leading managed
technology services provider
(MTSP), proactively helps
...
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Tags: malware, multi-factor authentication (MFA), phishing, SMBs
Posted in: Cyber Security, Press Releases
March 24th, 2021 by William Wentowski
Cyber crime continues to increase in frequency and has become a growing concern for businesses everywhere. While this has lead to increased adoption of cyber security solutions, the rate of cyber crime has not slowed down. Why do businesses keep...
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Tags: cost efficiencies, data breach, malware, passwords, phishing, ransomware
Posted in: Cyber Security
February 3rd, 2021 by William Wentowski
It is no secret that new dangers plague every industry when regarding cyber security. Everyday there is a new ransomware or crypto virus will grind day to day activities to a halt. Even with the great strides in security the past few years, many companies...
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Tags: dark web, email, phishing, ransomware, training
Posted in: Cyber Security
January 11th, 2021 by Technology Assurance Group
BIRMINGHAM, AL – BTS Technologies, Inc., a
leading managed technology services
provider (MTSP), announced today
that it is educating companies on the
dramatic spike in cybercrime
targeted towards small to mid-sized
(SMB) businesses. Cybersecurity...
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Tags: data breach, ransomware, SMBs, Technology Assurance Group (TAG)
Posted in: Cyber Security, Press Releases
October 29th, 2020 by William Wentowski
The Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued an alert for increased Ransomware activity targeting Healthcare and the Public Sector. During COVID-19, we have seen increased attempts to utilize ransomware on healthcare providers....
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Tags: data breach, email, healthcare, ransomware
Posted in: Cyber Security
September 18th, 2020 by Technology Assurance Group
BTS, a leading managed
technology services provider
(MTSP) announced today that the
company is preparing small to midsized business (SMB) owners on
what to expect in the workplace,
after the pandemic. With people
working from home in droves,
there is...
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Tags: pandemic, partnership, SMBs, Technology Assurance Group (TAG)
Posted in: Cyber Security, Hybrid / Remote Workforce, Press Releases
June 8th, 2020 by Roger Wentowski
Now that businesses are working remotely, they need a way to ensure their network is protected and that their employees are able to efficiently complete work-related tasks. While some companies may be using a VPN to accomplish this, problems arise...
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Tags: backup and disaster recovery, cloud, cost efficiencies, virtual private network (VPN)
Posted in: Cyber Security, Hybrid / Remote Workforce
June 3rd, 2020 by Technology Assurance Group
BIRMINGHAM, AL - BTS, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), announced today that the company is providing home office cybersecurity for remote workers to support them through the current pandemic and beyond. According to a BitSight...
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Tags: pandemic, SMBs
Posted in: Cyber Security, Hybrid / Remote Workforce, Press Releases
April 16th, 2020 by William Wentowski
Cybercrime is spiking dramatically alongside the COVID-19 pandemic. As they are leveraging not only the confusion it's causing but the fact that many IT and security providers are currently overwhelmed to their advantage. This has become especially...
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Tags: malware, pandemic, phishing, training
Posted in: Cyber Security
February 5th, 2020 by Brian Wakefield
Anyone who runs a business can tell you the importance of keeping up to date with today's technology through IT. They can also tell you just how much an in house IT team will cost your business. The cost of hiring staff, research, development, and implementation...
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Tags: cost efficiencies, help desk, monitoring
Posted in: Cyber Security, Managed IT
January 4th, 2020 by Technology Assurance Group
BIRMINGHAM, AL – BTS leverages sophisticated Dark Web intelligence technology to identify, analyze, and check for compromised customer and employee data. Cybercrime is rapidly on the rise in the United States and SMBs need to know if their information...
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Tags: dark web, data breach, monitoring, passwords, Technology Assurance Group (TAG)
Posted in: Cyber Security, Press Releases
December 23rd, 2019 by William Wentowski
Cyberattacks are a common occurrence in today’s business world. Hopefully, your company has security measures and training in place to combat such attacks, but mistakes can be made. If your company is the victim of a cyberattack, do you know the...
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Tags: data breach, multi-factor authentication (MFA), passwords, phishing, training
Posted in: Cyber Security
November 6th, 2019 by William Wentowski
Join BTS at the Hack & Attacks Cybersecurity Panel being hosted by the Birmingham Business Journal (BBJ) on Tuesday, November 12th, 2019 at the Birmingham Museum of Art.
(This event was rescheduled from it's original date on October 24th.)
The...
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Tags: events
Posted in: Cyber Security
November 5th, 2019 by Technology Assurance Group
BIRMINGHAM, AL – BTS, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), announced today that the company has launched a Secure WiFi-as-a-Service program to protect its customers from cyber attacks through wireless access points. Over the...
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Tags: SMBs, Technology Assurance Group (TAG), WiFi
Posted in: Cyber Security, Press Releases
September 14th, 2019 by William Wentowski
Practically anywhere you go, you'll come across public WiFi hotspots. However, this free service could spell trouble. We explore the security risks of public hotspots and what to consider before connecting to public WiFi.
...
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Tags: WiFi
Posted in: Cyber Security
June 19th, 2019 by William Wentowski
Are you aware that BTS Technologies, Inc. has complete cybersecurity solutions to protect your organization from any threat or attack that could arise? Having poor security in your business can lead to not only vulnerability within your...
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Tags: dark web, malware, monitoring, phishing, ransomware, SMBs
Posted in: Cyber Security
June 19th, 2019 by William Wentowski
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming one of the cutting-edge tools in the Cyber Security arms race. Criminals are using AI to accelerate the pace of attacks and provide ever more complex campaigns. This adoption of AI by the criminals is mirrored...
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Tags: artificial intelligence (AI), malware, toolchains, WatchGuard
Posted in: Cyber Security
April 23rd, 2019 by William Wentowski
At BTS Technologies Inc. we work diligently to ensure that our customers are never hit with ransomware with our innovative firewall and preventative measures. But what should you do if you are hit with a ransom, and should you ever just pay the ransom?...
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Tags: backup and disaster recovery, data breach, firewall, monitoring, ransomware
Posted in: Cyber Security
February 4th, 2019 by Technology Assurance Group
BIRMINGHAM, AL –
BTS a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), is helping small to midsized businesses (SMBs) equip themselves with the necessary cybersecurity protections that every modern company needs to survive. Over the past,...
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Tags: data breach, IT consulting, SMBs, Technology Assurance Group (TAG)
Posted in: Cyber Security, Press Releases
December 21st, 2018 by Technology Assurance Group
BIRMINGHAM, AL –
BTS a leading
managed technology services
provider (MTSP), is helping
small to mid-sized businesses
(SMBs) secure their
organizations from cyberattacks, by addressing the
Windows 7 “End of Life” policy
that will begin in January...
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Tags: Managed Service Provider (MSP), Microsoft, SMBs, Technology Assurance Group (TAG), updates & upgrades, Windows
Posted in: Cyber Security, Managed IT, Press Releases
December 17th, 2018 by William Wentowski
BTS is now offering Dark Web Scans to help round out our security offering. These scans can tell us when, where, and what information or credentials have been stolen so we can better protect your business and staff. If you are a Managed Service Partner,...
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Tags: dark web, partnership
Posted in: Cyber Security
December 17th, 2018 by William Wentowski
This gigantic Marriott breach might not affect you directly—although there is small chance of that—but it highlights something very real and important for SMBs. The vector for this breach is rumored to be Marriott’s supply chain. Identifying the specific...
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Tags: dark web, data breach, SMBs
Posted in: Cyber Security
December 17th, 2018 by William Wentowski
Another day, another major data breach. These have become all too common, and every passing breach raises your risk of major theft and fraud. This time it is Marriott, a company that owns more than 1 in 15 of the hotel rooms worldwide (1.1 million rooms...
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Tags: data breach, passwords, phishing
Posted in: Cyber Security
December 6th, 2018 by Roger Wentowski
Security should be a number one priority for any business. From cybersecurity to physical security, it can be a hassle having different providers managing your systems resulting in having various contracts and massive costs. But what if there was a...
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Tags: SMBs
Posted in: Cyber Security, Surveillance
October 12th, 2018 by Technology Assurance Group
BIRMINGHAM, AL – BTS a leading managed
technology services provider
(MTSP), is helping small to midsized
businesses (SMBs) protect
themselves and their customers
from DNS (Domain Name Server)
attacks through innovative
technology solutions. As...
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Tags: malware, Managed Service Provider (MSP), phishing, SMBs, Technology Assurance Group (TAG)
Posted in: Cyber Security, Press Releases
September 18th, 2018 by William Wentowski
Protecting Your Business from Phishing Attacks with WatchGuard Total Security Suite
Phishing attacks continue to be a top concern for small businesses and midsize enterprise organizations. In fact, 76% of businesses report being a victim of...
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Tags: email, SMBs, training, WatchGuard
Posted in: Cyber Security
September 17th, 2018 by Technology Assurance Group
BIRMINGHAM, AL – BTS, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), is helping small to mid-sized businesses (SMBs) thwart cyberattacks and protect their organizations from unnecessary downtime by addressing the most common tactic that...
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Tags: data breach, Managed Service Provider (MSP), passwords, phishing, SMBs, Technology Assurance Group (TAG)
Posted in: Cyber Security, Press Releases
August 6th, 2018 by Technology Assurance Group
BTS is helping small to mid-sized businesses (SMBs) navigate the recent changes in cybersecurity standards that are highly likely to affect American businesses. Many have heard about Facebook’s recent controversy around Cambridge Analytica and irresponsible...
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Tags: data breach, email, regulation, Technology Assurance Group (TAG)
Posted in: Cyber Security, Press Releases
July 3rd, 2018 by Technology Assurance Group
BTS a leading managed technology services provider, is helping small to mid-sized businesses (SMBs) to prevent cryptojacking attacks from damaging their organizations. Cryptojacking attacks, are derived from the widely popular cryptocurrencies, such...
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Tags: data breach, SMBs, Technology Assurance Group (TAG), virtual private network (VPN)
Posted in: Cyber Security
June 20th, 2018 by William Wentowski
Depending on your business, you’re likely creating much more data each day than you realize. That data can take on many different forms: bank transactions, budgets, personnel data, contracts, product designs, customer details, sales leads, progress...
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Tags: backup and disaster recovery
Posted in: Cyber Security
March 29th, 2018 by Michael Gendreau
By Michael Gendreau
Being the newest member of the BTS family, I am constantly listening and observing the people and conversations around me. I came from the electrical contracting world and was like many CFOs in that the company’s Information Technology...
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Tags: backup and disaster recovery, cost efficiencies, data breach, IT consulting, Managed Service Provider (MSP), SMBs
Posted in: Cyber Security, Managed IT
February 26th, 2018 by Technology Assurance Group
BTS a leader in managed technology services, announced today that the company has partnered with ID Agent, to enhance the security of SMBs (small to mid-sized businesses) across the nation. ID Agent and this partnership will enable business owners,...
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Tags: dark web, partnership, SMBs, Technology Assurance Group (TAG)
Posted in: Cyber Security, Press Releases
January 31st, 2018 by William Wentowski
Security breaches can happen anytime to anyone. As a small to medium-sized business (SMB) you may assume that hackers will go after large corporations first where they will have access to the maximum amount of information possible, however,...
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Tags: email, malware, phishing, SMBs
Posted in: Cyber Security
December 18th, 2017 by William Wentowski
WPA2 is widely regarded as the industry's most secure wireless encryption protocol. However, on October 16, 2017, the US-CERT announced several vulnerabilities in the WPA2 encryption implementation in clients and AP. Collectively called KRACKs (Key...
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Tags: updates & upgrades, WatchGuard, WiFi
Posted in: Cyber Security
September 30th, 2017 by William Wentowski
We could make this a spooky Halloween themed article. It would get a few laughs, have some cheesy puns, and would be a grave (ha!) disservice to our customers. Companies are not doing enough for their cyber security, and it's not a corny joke.
(sorry)...
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Tags: audits, data breach, network infrastructure, passwords
Posted in: Cyber Security
September 22nd, 2017 by Technology Assurance Group
BTS a leading provider of unified communications has announced that the company is certified to provide cybersecurity solutions to SMBs (small to mid-sized businesses) to protect them from the barrage of cyber-attacks that occur every day. Cybercrimes...
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Tags: backup and disaster recovery, malware, phishing, ransomware, SMBs, Technology Assurance Group (TAG)
Posted in: Cyber Security
July 26th, 2017 by William Wentowski
As part of our larger efforts to help customers combat cyber threats, we are sharing our e-book - "5 Common Disasters that Strike Small Businesses." It is a quick overview of the, you guessed it, most common ways business data is stolen, damaged...
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Tags: backup and disaster recovery, data breach, IT consulting, ransomware
Posted in: Cyber Security
July 12th, 2017 by William Wentowski
You may have recently seen reports on the news discussing recent IT attacks and malware prevention measures. These specials aim to inform and help protect users from inadvertently spreading threats or falling into cyber traps. We've also been sharing...
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Tags: data breach, malware, phishing, ransomware
Posted in: Cyber Security
September 9th, 2015 by William Wentowski
Microsoft will no longer offer customer support on issues related to Microsoft Windows Server 2003. This encompasses all issues of infrastructure performance, capability, and security, which are all of obvious concern to business owners. This is a reflection...
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Tags: Microsoft, Technology Assurance Group (TAG), updates & upgrades, Windows
Posted in: Cyber Security