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3 ways to prevent data theft in recruitment

Cybercriminals are increasingly targeting the recruitment sector because of the rich data it holds. Employees and contractors also have access to the same data. Cyber attacks and data loss are on the rise. Thankfully there are technical solutions. Our recent survey showed that IT leaders in recruitment are keen to fix their cybersecurity and cyber training problems as soon as possible. When asked, “Which IT/Tech problems would you like to solve this month?” subjects related to data theft ranked highest (see chart). These subjects are enormous, and we could write a book about the subject. But let’s break it down […]

A bright future for IT leaders in 2023?

Technological advances mean real opportunities for forward-thinking businesses in 2023. But how can today’s IT leaders maximise their effectiveness in the face of a recession and budget constraints? The rate of change and evolution in IT increases annually. Sometimes it isn’t easy to keep pace. So, what can IT leaders look forward to in 2023? Artificial Intelligence Advancements in machine learning and deep learning are expected to continue improving AI systems’ capabilities. This could make them more useful in a broader range of applications such as predictive maintenance, fraud detection, and natural language processing. Access to smoother automation and integration […]

How AI can drive energy savings for businesses

Despite the UK government’s recently announced Energy Relief Scheme, many CFOs will still fear the effects of the energy crisis on their bottom line. In fact, 77% of large businesses say energy costs are their most significant risk over the next 12 months. Of course, there has always been a business case, and an even bigger environmental imperative, for updating your older systems to improve energy savings. However, implementing AI and smart technologies to manage the transition could make an even bigger difference. Helping you maximise your productivity while reducing costs. So you don’t just weather the storm but end […]

Got M365? Then you’ve got Microsoft MCAS for data loss visibility

Like many organisations you may have adopted Microsoft 365. But just because a business is licensing 365 doesn’t mean they are leveraging its full potential. Microsoft MCAS (now called ‘Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps’) is an example. Here’s how we deployed it for one of our clients and the benefits they reaped. It’s surprising that given the cost of licensing Microsoft 365 (M365) more organisations are not switching on all of its functionality. Typically it’s because of poor training on all the tools, and sometimes it’s because senior management is just unaware of the entire toolbox. To learn more, we […]

6 technology predictions for 2022

In last year’s predictions we discussed the evolving communication & collaboration tools, the increase of cyber security spending and IOB technologies. This year’s predictions reflect the changes rushed in by the pandemic and how businesses can plan ahead.   #1 Businesses will adopt the cloud at the cost of a rushed migration Many businesses have felt the pressure to adopt cloud services like Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365 and Unified Communication services to equip employees with tools for communication as a result of the pandemic, and will continue to do so. When rushed, a cloud migration can result in productivity hindering […]

Global chip shortage: Why project planning needs to start now

There’s been a lot of talk recently on the global chip shortage, and as well as the tech industry, it’s affecting multiple other industries in the supply chain. With demands surging and orders being constantly placed, a lot of strain has been put on suppliers, and they’re in an endless battle of prolonged orders. The shortage is expected to continue into 2022, any businesses looking to plan for the new year must start now to get ahead of the game. The impact of the global chip shortage on technology procurement So why is there a global chip shortage? The short […]