Topic: Security - Page 118

Over the last several years, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) has maintained consistent growth among businesses. Despite the increase in adoption rates for these technologies, more than half of IT decision makers admitted they do not fully understand the benefits of these tools. Check out this report to learn more about the confusion surrounding these technologies in business security, and why you should become more knowledgeable about AI and machine learning as an IT decision maker.

In today’s cyber-climate, if you don’t have a good security setup, the chances you’ll get breached get higher every day. That means all the customers who trust you will have their confidence shaken—no matter how good your products or services are. Whether you’re a business or an MSP, you can use these simple tips and guidelines to implement cybersecurity strategies that will effectively protect your business, and also ensure your customers stay secure.

Security is hard. Cloud security is even harder, but with the right strategy and methods it’s possible to design more secure systems.

Taking a break from coronavirus news, if not coronavirus confinement, Erick and Rich discuss the new Secure Cloud bundle from Zix, why now is the time to ask your vendors about special finance programs, and how a 93-year-old woman sheltering in place in Pittsburgh scored 10 free cases of Coors Light.

Called Secure Cloud, the new offering adds products from Zix’s email security and archiving portfolio to a previously introduced Microsoft 365 ordering and billing platform from AppRiver, the cloud distributor Zix acquired last year.

Unlike the multiple programs it replaces, the Malwarebytes Premier Partner Program, or MP3, offers monthly rates, consistent pricing, and uniform requirements.

The new SecureFirst MSSP Program, which includes monthly pricing with payments in arrears plus direct access to level 3 support techs, is a key element of the vendor’s ongoing push into managed security.

Ah, pie. Could there be a better treat in stressful times? We won’t claim it’s a substitute, but this week’s episode featuring guest host and MSP Ed Correia of Sagacent Technologies is a close-ish second. Grab a seat and listen in as Ed talks with Matt and Rich about what his company is doing to support customers during the coronavirus pandemic and prepare for tough economic times.

MSPs should encourage their clients to invest in five basic mitigation essentials.

How do you know whether a product will still be a joy to work with after your honeymoon period as a customer is over? It starts with understanding user experience—and how it applies to your business. This guide explains what UX is, why it’s quintessential to your MSP’s success, and how you can approach your software trial periods with this mindset.

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