May 15, 2019
The information technology industry can possibly reach $5 trillion in 2019, generating significant revenue and employing workers at a high median wage. It is the world’s third-largest economy in terms of GDP, growing at a rate of 4,0%, according to CompTIA. IT has the power to set the markets in motion and create transformative business value across numerous industries. The digital revolution has transformed information management and applied technology within the global economy.
May 15, 2019
As more and more businesses are running and managing their most of operations and processes online, it is most vital to protect a business or brand against cyber security threats in this digital world and to get more from the opportunities offered by the virtual world. No doubt, the world of internet offers all businesses the potential for reaching a bigger audience and use international suppliers to grow more, but it also brings the potential for scams and cyber security risks as well. Even a single cyber security attack can harm your repute and can also cause a serious financial upset. Here is a comprehensive list of cyber security tips for businesses to prevent cyber-attacks that any business can assume to maintain customer trust and confidence.
May 9, 2019
Because of the advent of technology, it’s now easier to get things done. If you’re an employee, you can accomplish several tasks in front of your computer without the need to leave your desk or office. If you’re a student, you can research through hundreds of resources while staying in the comfort of your own home. Sure, technology can offer a lot of benefits, but on the other side of the coin, it has also increased the risk of identity theft and data breach. These are just some of the reasons why internet safety is more critical in today’s world.
May 7, 2019
Cybersecurity is one of the exciting spheres promising radical changes in our lives. Since our world is becoming more connected with digital technologies such as AI, Machine Learning, IoT, Blockchain and other, web threats continue to grow. It’s no secret, insidious hackers can easily penetrate any computer’s defenses and start blackmailing you, encroaching on your property and reputation, even if you have positive security aspect. But fortunately, today people have a variety of useful tools and services to deal with such criminals.
May 1, 2019
Attacks on websites have been a norm since the advent of the internet. Regrettably, this trend is not expected to slow down considering that hackers have become more aggressive now, more than ever. Even bad news, especially to small business owners, is that hackers are indiscriminate. They can attack just about any website that contains unpatched vulnerabilities. This means that whether you’re a startup, a mid-sized business or a large enterprise, you can be hit next.
May 1, 2019
More and more businesses are looking to technology to address process, model, and resource challenges. While many digital transformation trends aren’t yet a fit or don’t perform at a high enough level to provide universal business value, there are other upcoming solutions that show a great deal of promise.
April 15, 2019
While the distinguishing benefits of open source software are increasingly (and deservedly) winning enterprise adoption, it’s still critical to understand that open source is by no means synonymous with risk-free. By embracing OSS, enterprises can leverage everything from mature solutions to the most cutting-edge tools, preserve their flexibility by avoiding the lock-in associated with proprietary alternatives, and greatly reduce costs by using software that is often free to use in and of itself. That said, adding major software components to enterprise architecture means investing time and resources, and making a commitment that oftentimes represents some level of risk.
April 10, 2019
It isn’t always easy to keep pace with today’s high volume of data, especially when it’s coming at you from a diverse number of sources. Tracking these analytics can place a strain on IT, who must provide the requested information to C-suite and analysts. Unless this process can happen quickly, the insights grow stale.
April 9, 2019
Times are changing. We can see it everywhere. More freedom and choice exists now in how you run your business. Remote working can be an excellent change. Employees have a new sense of freedom while you cut down on the costs that come from running an office. Although you may trust your employees, there is one risk present when it comes to remote working: data security. If strict procedures aren’t followed, there’s the possibility of data breaches. That’s not something anyone wants to contend with.
April 8, 2019
Businesses are generating staggering amounts of data—and extracting the most value from this information is paramount. Amazon Redshift provides organizations what they’re looking for: Affordability and flexibility combined with a powerful feature set. Download our solution overview covering some of the best practices on loading data and making the most of Amazon Redshift.
April 4, 2019
Behind every successful IT Job, there is always a highly qualified project manager. From software and hardware upgrades to ongoing security patches, to roll out of software and application of development, projects managers are critical in terms of keeping your teams productive and on task. In fact, any IT professional can add project management certifications to their credentials to show that they have the skills to plan, schedule, execute, budget, deliver and then report back to their managers.
April 4, 2019
Organizations today need to take an entirely different approach to data storage than they did in the past. The age of monolithic storage arrays of spinning disks in data centers is quickly fading away. Without reevaluating storage strategy, organizations might miss out on the true benefits of digital transformation.
March 27, 2019
No site development is considered complete without UI regression testing. Checking if the page layout is accurately matching the original mock-up is not so easy, because you need to check every element, image, and header. Moreover, testing of mobile and tablet versions requires even more attention.
March 19, 2019
As technology advances in ever increasing leaps and bound so numerous businesses have been able to expand all over the world, something that would have never have been imagined before the invention and development, then adoption of the internet. In fact, businesses can now employ remote workers from about the globe to form a perfect team for specified requirements, working via the internet expands businesses far more quickly than the norm, creating more profits which results in further employment.
March 5, 2019
Matthew Wallace, CTO of Faction, sees VMware Cloud on AWS growing in 2019. Here, he shares insights about trends in VMware, best use cases, advantages, and how to avoid delays and complications in disaster recovery.
March 1, 2019
There’s no doubt that businesses today need wireless networks. Aside from providing customers with internet connectivity, businesses also use them to enhance their productivity.
Still, online threats are becoming more and more sophisticated as technology continues to evolve. Security is becoming more crucial now than ever, so businesses will need to know how to keep their networks safe from ad-hoc attacks, denial of service attacks, and other strategies used by ill-intentioned individuals or even organizations.
February 21, 2019
Oksana Sokolovsky, chief executive officer at Io-Tahoe, is an ex-Wall Street senior executive turned entrepreneur. She is an experienced CEO whose technology expertise, combined with business acumen, allows her to bring a unique perspective to developing innovative products, commercializing them and taking them to market.
February 14, 2019
Account Takeover (ATO) and New Account Fraud (NAF) are the top two types of fraud challenging financial institutions and the financial/merchant ecosystem. In the U.S. alone, ID fraud accounted for $16.8 billion dollars in fraud losses in 2017.
February 14, 2019
Maintaining competitive prices is a tough job. Ever since competition appeared in retail, businesses have been dreaming of a way not to sell at too high or too low a price against the market. Eventually, retailers have figured out that knowing what’s going on on the market in real time can help them set more balanced prices. For the past decades, retail companies have grown into technological hubs with in-house pricing systems setting prices automatically. Businesses choose a pool of competitors, monitor their prices and promotions, integrate market data with their internal ERP systems, and manage pricing accordingly.
February 9, 2019
Like any other emerging technology today. The Internet of Things has its benefits as well as risks. The manufacturers of the IoT are promoting the notion that it makes everyday life much easier. These devices rank anything from smart TVs to smart running shoes, all of which can be connected to the internet.
February 9, 2019
Darin Pendergraft, VP of Product Marketing with STEALTHbits Technologies, said: “Attackers have figured out a way to trick Microsoft Exchange into sending its login information. If an attacker sends a specific type of command, the Exchange server responds with its login. The attacker records and then forwards that login to the Active Directory system. Active Directory then thinks the attacker is the Exchange server, which has a lot of powerful privileges on the system.
February 8, 2019
With ongoing online attacks, most companies, if not all, are now looking for a certified cybersecurity analyst to be a part of their team. There’s no technical background needed when starting a cybersecurity career, but having one is truly beneficial. You just need to have the right training and certification to get yourself started.
February 5, 2019
Sure enough, as new trends in IT development emerge, it has become crucial for stakeholders in the healthcare industry to be made aware of the latest disruptions within the field. In this sense, it’s important to stay abreast of the latest developments in IT that provide healthcare institutions the capacity for effective service deliveries.
February 5, 2019
When we talk about the mobile phone security and the undertaking, things aren’t generally what they have all the earmarks of being. You just can’t speak about venture security nowadays without discussing mobile phones. Mobile phones are as critical to the cutting edge work environment as conventional PCs—yet with their exceptional convenience and close steady network, they present a lot of worries that are absent in ordinary PCs and work areas.
February 5, 2019
Unless you have totally gone off the grid (in which case you probably won’t be reading this article in the first place), you and your family spend at least some of your time online. From “adulting” tasks like paying bills and making appointments to letting your kids play games and watch YouTube videos, the internet can be both a useful and fun tool.
January 29, 2019
Hacking is one of the worst possibilities when you start online marketing. If someone hacks your account, your business could be at risk and if you have digitised all your data as well, you could lose of it when someone attempts to hack your account and succeeds in doing it. Remember these tips to avoid the consequences of hacking.
January 28, 2019
Technology has made business a lot easier in many ways. It has enabled us to store information virtually, so there’s no need for massive filing cabinets filled with paper, and it makes it easy for us to email colleagues and customers in an instant. However, all that increased productivity does come at a cost. Working with technology automatically means your company’s data could be at risk. From company processes to employee information and customer payment info, there’s a lot of stuff cyber thieves would love to get their hands on.
January 24, 2019
Successful PR and marketing activities largely depend on a company’s ability to both develop and maintain valuable relationships in an industry, both personally and digitally. To do so, a company must appear to be reliable and trustworthy. As you will need to store a substantial amount of contact and biographical information, your business will have a responsibility to safeguard the sensitive data effectively. Here are three real threats to your PR database.
January 22, 2019
Modern business is one with an increasingly digital focus. While this offers significant dividends in terms of efficiency and reach, it also generates complications in terms of understanding. Traditional business security, while certainly evolving, has been able to draw from many generations of established frameworks, frameworks which the digital environment has far from settled upon.
January 17, 2019
Third party vulnerabilities and leaks hit historic levels in 2018. Among noteworthy third party exposures of consumer and business data: the Adhar breach exposed the data of 1.1 billion users, the Marriott Starwood Hotels exposed an estimated 3 to 5 million, Quora exposed some details on 100 million, Exactis surfaced the data of 340 million, and the list goes on…
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