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EDR security versus MDR or XDR

XDR is swiftly becoming one of the essential tools for complete cyber protection. It’s trending in the USA – 93% of organisations are either working on XDR projects or looking to do so in 6-12 months*. But what is XDR, and does it serve as a good replacement for existing EDR or MDR services? EDR (endpoint detection & response) and MDR (managed detection & response) are a valuable part of your cybersecurity protection. However, they have their limitations. XDR (extended detection & response) is a supercharged combination of EDR security and MDR. EDR security vs MDR EDR is dedicated to […]

The benefits of having an IT procurement partner

Many businesses are turning to IT procurement partners to source their equipment, we discuss why it’s a crucial strategic function and the value of working with a trusted partner. Finding the right partner for your business takes careful decision making, you don’t want to end up in a situation where your partner is selling you items and services which don’t directly align with your wider IT strategy.   Why you need a procurement partner 1. They understand what you need Procurement teams hold a wealth of experience in acquiring different types of equipment for businesses across many industries. The chances […]

Does your outdated IT infrastructure need an upgrade?

Your infrastructure set up will always reflect whether your business can run efficiently. Technology is constantly evolving, so it’s wrong to assume that sooner or later your outdated IT infrastructure won’t begin to cost you. The older your infrastructure, the more you’ll be paying to maintain and keep it running. We’re not just talking about financial costs, but from a technical and business perspective too.   The consequences of an aging IT infrastructure Critical gaps in your cyber security  Cyber security is a constant hot topic in the IT landscape. Particularly now, as cyber criminals grow in sophistication, and determination. […]

Proactive vs Reactive IT support – which is best?

What’s the difference between reactive support and proactive support? Reactive IT support Remember the saying, “If it isn’t broken, why fix it?”. Unfortunately, for a long time IT adhered to it. And in some cases, where time and budget constraints cause headaches, it still does. This saying is the basis of the reactive model, otherwise known as the break-fix approach. If an issue arises and you don’t have the means to rectify swiftly, you may have to bring in an external source to resolve the issue. And, as with any skill that is needed during times of urgency, it’s going […]

SF Recruitment selects OryxAlign for Managed Services project

With more businesses looking to transform the support and management of their IT, we’re delighted to announce our partnership with SF Recruitment, a Midlands based leading specialist recruitment agency. OryxAlign’s Managed Service will modernise SF Recruitment’s IT infrastructure and increase operational efficiency within their environment. With over two decades of experience, SF Recruitment’s ethos is to provide proactive, efficient and honest recruitment. For them, the process of recruitment is much more than matching skills with job descriptions, instead they put a lot of effort into matching personalities with company cultures. OryxAlign have been contracted in to undertake a comprehensive digital […]

3 IT strategies CIO’s should adopt in 2021

As we rush through the final few weeks of 2020, we’ve been looking back over the fundamental changes of this unusual year and what that could mean for the year ahead. Technology has never been so important, and we’ve been witnessing better collaboration between IT departments and the wider business. IT budgets for next year may not be set in stone for some, and there is still a lot of uncertainty around what’s to come – but some form of fluid forecasting should still be in place. We discuss the top 3 IT strategies that you can implement.   Artificial […]