Here at Modern Office Methods (MOM) we’ve been proud to partner with businesses for over 60 years, helping them to navigate their document challenges and make them more productive. We offer a range of services from printers to production printers, to Managed Print Services and more! However, our customers may not know about the range of services we offer. In this blog we’ll go over a bit about us, the services we offer, and how [...]
Phishing emails are used to steal user data, including login credentials and credit card numbers. It happens when a hacker, pretending to be someone familiar, tricks their victim into opening an email, instant message, or text message and clicking on a malicious link. This typically leads to the installation of malware, shutting down access to data as part of a ransomware attack or the revealing of sensitive information. Phishing attacks account for more than 80% [...]
As businesses have become increasingly dependent on technology, a good portion of their data is kept on internet-connected platforms, which, if unprotected, can become a gold mine for bad actors. Today cybersecurity should be a priority for your business, no matter what the size. Unfortunately, no business is immune to a threat. Here are four commonly unaddressed attack vectors that hackers like to exploit. Human Nature Your network is only as secure as your weakest [...]
Technology is rapidly changing, and that makes it difficult for business owners to know when it's time to invest in new technology, or migrate to a new platform. The problem is that older technology can negatively impact your business. What was once transformational, can quickly become a hindrance to your ability to move your business forward. Old tech can also open you up to vulnerabilities like cyberattacks, lower productivity, and impact the efficiencies of your business processes. In [...]
With the increasing reliance on technology in business, IT downtime is a serious concern for companies. What causes downtime, and how can you prevent it? Read on to learn more! Causes of IT Downtime IT downtime can happen due to a number of factors. Some of the most common causes include: Old Hardware - The older it is, the more likely it is to fail. Older hardware may be incompatible with newer software and systems [...]
If you're new to Managed IT Services, the terminology can be confusing! Here is a glossary of the most common terms and acronyms to help you navigate the world of Managed IT! Business Continuity (BC) - Business continuity ensures that the critical functions of your business will still be able to operate after a crisis, such as a fire, natural disaster, or power outage. Backup and Disaster Recovery (BDR) - If your business experiences a [...]
Today, every business needs to ask “what should we be spending on technology and IT support?” Often the question then becomes “what is the best solution for managing IT - hire in-house, outsource to a Managed IT services provider, or implement some combination of the two?” The truth is, there's no single, simple answer. The right solution needs to address your specific technology needs in the most cost-effective way possible. In this post, we'll look at five signs that it [...]
