Weak passwords like “admin” and “123456” remain extremely common and are one of the easiest ways for cyber attackers to gain access to business systems. Using longer, unique passwords along with tools like password managers and multi-factor authentication can significantly reduce the risk of data breaches and financial loss.
We explore ten of the most significant IT disasters, from lost spacecraft to fatal software bugs, showing how simple errors like poor testing and rushed updates can lead to huge consequences. It highlights common lessons and explains how proactive IT can help businesses avoid becoming the next tech horror story.
IT myths often lead businesses to make poor decisions that waste time, money and put security at risk. This blog post highlights some of the most common IT myths and explains the truth behind them.
Modern technology is influenced by hidden physical forces and clever engineering compromises, from cosmic rays flipping memory bits to data slowly decaying over time. These strange but real behaviours show that even advanced IT systems are fragile, which is why strong protection, monitoring and backups are essential for businesses.
Phishing emails are one of the biggest cyber risks to businesses, but these simple checks can help prevent costly mistakes. We help businesses protect their email systems and educate staff, reducing the risk of malicious links and attachments causing damage.
Ageing hardware can quietly drain productivity through slow performance, reliability issues and growing security risks, making it harder for teams to work efficiently and securely. Upgrading to modern hardware improves speed, reliability, security and supports flexible working, helping businesses start the year in a stronger position.
This year’s key tech trends for small businesses include smarter use of AI, stronger cyber security, greater reliance on cloud services and a continued shift towards remote and hybrid working. Businesses that invest in modern hardware and proactive IT support will be better placed to improve productivity, reduce risk and grow with confidence.
RAM prices are rising rapidly as manufacturers prioritise memory production for AI, reducing the supply for other business and driving up prices. Businesses that delay reviewing or upgrading their IT risk higher future costs, performance issues and avoidable disruptions.
An office IT upgrade should start with understanding what isn’t working, planning for future growth and reviewing hardware, software and security together. With careful planning, clear communication and proper support, upgrades can improve efficiency while minimising disruption to day to day work.
Outdated hardware can quietly slow your business down, causing performance issues, security risks and daily frustration for your team. Upgrading to modern devices improves speed, reliability and security, helping your business start the new year more productive and future ready.