Reasons SMBs Outsource IT
If you own one of the many SMBs around the country, you know that technology is a key factor for most businesses today. With BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) on the rise, employees are using multiple devices “on-the-go” and need ...
Top 10 Benefits of Office 365
With more people working remotely everyday, utilizing benefits of the cloud allows you to work seamlessly while “on-the-go.” Office365 allows you to access your email, files, and documents all in one place, from anywhere and eliminates the hassle of connecting ...
How Does Your Team Work Remotely?
According to the Zug, a Switzerland based serviced office provider IWG, as of 2018, 70% of professionals globally work remotely one day a week, while 53% work remotely for at least half the week. Additionally, a recent Security Intelligence Survey, ...
The TNS Group: Most Elite 501 MSPs
The TNS Group continues to place in the top 200 Managed Service Providers (MSPs), among the world’s 501 most strategic and innovative MSPs, according to Channel Futures 12th annual MSP 501 rankings. Every year, MSPs worldwide complete an extensive survey ...
OneDrive vs. SharePoint vs. Teams
It is imperative to make the right technical decisions for your business to increase productivity, growth and profitability across the board. Gone are the days when businesses solely relied on physical hardware to house their data. With the improvements to ...
Teams: A Progressive Way to Work
If you’ve used (or use) Microsoft technologies you’re aware of solutions like SharePoint, OneDrive, and Skype for Business. The word SharePoint, depending on your level involvement, can evoke anything from mild frustration to a full-on panic attack. Rewind a few ...
Sunshine, Productivity, and VPN Access
With summer upon us, do thoughts of a VPN enter your mind when you think of working from the beach? Employers today are adapting to a Bring your Own Device (BYOD) policy in the workplace which allows employees to access ...
The Importance of Backup
It is easy to underestimate the importance of a good backup solution. Maybe you haven’t thought of it because you haven’t had to or it doesn’t seem like an urgent need, however if you are considering it now it is ...
Is Your Data Well Protected?
Data is the most vital asset to any organization. Despite the rise in natural and human related disasters in the last few years, Disaster Recovery (DR) and Business Continuity Planning (BCP) are still not given the attention they deserve. I ...
You're Only As Good As Your Last Backup
“How protected am I with my backups?” That’s a great question, however it’s more involved than you might think. The follow-up question I always ask is… what are your recovery objectives? It is important to consider this first because the ...
TNS Executive Client Spotlight: Gina Lucas
REACH Prep provides access to transformative educational experiences that empower underserved, high-achieving students to graduate from top colleges and emerge as the next generation of leaders. On April 29, 2019, REACH Prep hosted their Annual Benefit ...
World Password Day 2019
World Password day falls on the first Thursday in May each year. It was created to raise awareness about the passwords we use to protect our digital existence. Cybersecurity threats and identity threat opportunities continue to rise and are becoming ...
Is Your Business Protected?
Your business is the number one target for hackers… make sure you’re protected when they attack. Reports suggest that nearly 70 percent of SMBs have faced cyberattacks like phishing and web-based attacks. Cybercriminals have the ability to compromise systems within seconds and with ...
Most Common Threats of Public Wi-Fi
We are all on the go, and increasingly mobile, which means that in a lot of circumstances, we are spending more time connecting to public Wi-Fi networks. But, is connectivity more valued than security? With the rise of Bring Your Own ...
Cybersecurity: Lock Your Devices
When you think of “cybersecurity” you often think of engineers designing a complex security plan to protect your business from cybercriminals. While that is correct, cybersecurity comes in many forms and should be practiced by every employee. A simple way ...
HIPAA Part 2: Policies for Your Technology
It is vital for HIPAA compliant organizations to implement internal policies and procedures with regards to technology. Working with your Managed IT Services Provider or internal IT team to establish best practices can save your business from compliance issues ...
HIPAA Part 1: Compliance
In today’s world, regardless of what industry your business is in, the management of your technology is vital to your success. Whether you are outsourcing to a Managed IT Services Provider (MSP) or handling it in-house, your data must be ...
April 2019
WELCOME Happy Spring! As you shed your winter coats and enjoy the longer days remember Spring is a time for change. Take the next month to declutter your life, so you can enjoy a relaxing summer. A cleaner environment helps ...
TNS Executive Client Spotlight: Melissa Norden
TNS Executive Client Spotlight: Melissa Norden, Executive Director for Bottomless Closet Bottomless Closet’s mission is to be the connection that inspires and guides disadvantaged New York City women to enter the workforce and achieve success. Since 1999, Bottomless Closet has ...
Solution Spotlight: Phish Testing
With phishing attacks on the rise and hackers becoming more sophisticated in their attacks, businesses must make security a priority, regardless of size. There is a perception amongst many small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) that they are too small to ...
Transitioning to the Cloud
Do you have a Backup Disaster Recovery (BDR) solution or Business Continuity Plan in place? Data loss is not a matter of if, it’s a matter of when – and it happens to every company, big or small. Cloud computing ...
Considering the Cloud? Cloud Migration
Considering the cloud? The word cloud is used so often these days, businesses can feel at a loss if they are not utilizing this technology. There are inherent risks and benefits associated with the cloud, but if incorporated properly into your ...
To Cloud or Not to Cloud?
Managing your technology can be extremely overwhelming. Updates, maintenance, and new additions can easily put a strain on any infrastructure. Many businesses struggle to grow their company because their technology has become something that requires too much attention and is a ...
Cloud 101: What You Need to Know
Everyone is talking about cloud computing these days, and for good reason. Cloud solutions can provide world-class enterprise technology for businesses without incurring capital expenses. So what exactly is the cloud? This is a tricky question in and of ...
