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6 Top Security Considerations for Microsoft 365 Copilot
With Microsoft rolling out its AI-powered assistant, Microsoft 365 Copilot, organisations have a lot to gain in terms of productivity. However, before you jump in, it is...
Microsoft Azure Secure Score: A Powerful Tool With One Big Mistake You Must Avoid
What is Microsoft Azure Secure Score? Have you ever wondered how secure your Microsoft environment really is? Enter Microsoft Azure Secure Score—your cloud security fitness...
How RPA Process Automation Boosts SMB Efficiency
A brief overview of what RPA Process Automation is and how it works If you’ve ever wished you had an extra pair of hands to tackle your daily tasks, RPA process automation might...
A Guide To Choosing the Right Managed Service Provider
In today's business landscape, technology is a crucial driver of success. However, the complexities of managing IT infrastructure can pose...
AI in Cyber Security – Debunking the Myths
AI is the new kid on the block, that most definitely has a promising future in helping protect our organisations from cyber attacks, but it is no silver bullet. In this article...
The Use of AI to Power Cyber Crime Against Businesses
Since the launch of Microsoft’s Chat GPT, we’ve seen a 1265% rise in phishing attacks, focused on stealing your data and disrupting business operations. We are now seeing hackers...
The Effect of Human Error on IT
Human error, a regular occurrence often accepted by us mere mortals as a part of life, can however lead to a destructive chain of events, with repercussions not limited to the...
How Can AI Help Your Business?
What is AI and why is it good for businesses? Unless you've been living under a rock, you'll have heard of AI (Artificial intelligence) and it's rise into the business world....
Reducing Downtime to Zero
Our team partnered with an MSP to improve and develop a stable IT infrastructure for Garrard & Co Ltd - Fine Jewellery Introduction Garrard & Co. Limited, formerly...
Are You Revealing More Than You Think?
It might seem mundane but holds significant weight in our digital lives – our email addresses. Our email address is like our digital fingerprint, its unique to each of us, but...
Delivering a Modern Connected Experience
Computer Care Case Study - In partnership with The Gilbert & George Centre Delivering a modern, connected experience whilst keeping technology behind the scenes. The Gilbert...
The Importance of IT System Backups for Business Continuity
The digital reliance of today’s world directly dictates the operational efficiency of businesses, and the importance of backing up IT systems cannot be overstressed. For business...
How our Virtual Chief Technical Officer Helped Crystal Palace Football Club
Computer Care have been working with Crystal Palace FC, a Premier League Football Club, since 2008. As the club have grown and moved into the Premier League in 2014, our service...
A Company’s Ransomware Nightmare
Why Cyber-Security Should Be in Your Board Room Discussions In the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, ransomware remains a formidable challenge for businesses of all...
Improving cyber security by addressing the ever-growing threat
Improving an expanding customer's cyber security to address the ever-growing threat, to achieve endpoint visibility and security. The Customer The West Group Ltd is a leader in...
What is Managed IT Services
IT Managed Services What is a Managed Service? A managed service can be considered the top tier solution to IT support. It is a combination of software, staffing, skills,...
Team Success as we Achieve Essentials Plus Accreditation
We are thrilled to announce that we have been awarded a Certificate of Assurance by Cyber Essentials Plus. The esteemed accreditation is the next level up from Cyber Essentials...
Microsoft Copilot Update – It’s Not Great
Since the anticipated launch of Microsoft Copilot, there has been very little to report back on. The app doesn’t live up to the hype, and businesses looking to utilise the software aren’t receiving any support from Microsoft. What’s going on?
Protect your business from Deepfake and other advanced phishing scams
With the unprecedented move to remote working, businesses have fundamentally changed how they operate. This shift to remote working brings with it boundless opportunities for...
Have you accidentally upgraded to Microsoft Windows 11?
Windows 11, the latest flavour of Microsoft’s Ubiquitous Operating System. As tempting as it may be to update, the general advice would be to hold off, at least for the now. We...
Ten Top Tips for SAGE 50 Users
Many businesses manage their accounts using Sage accounting software, allowing them to swiftly and effectively ensure everything is looked after within one program. Perfect for...
Cyberattacks are on the rise – is your business protected?
Given the increasing political turmoil in the world, it might not come as a surprise that the risk of cyberattacks and ransomware threats are at an all-time high. The National...
The benefits of a Hosted Desktop
With flexible working and cyber-security at the fore-front of many businesses, business owners are looking to Hosted Desktops as a secure and easy way to keep their business...
Is multi-factor authentication important?
Log-ins and passwords alone just aren’t secure anymore. Hackers have successfully developed methods to gain unauthorised access to accounts, such as phishing – fraudulently...
Protect your business and keep your remote workers secure
Working from home is here to stay, as employers and employees alike are recognising the benefits of allowing flexible working in the workplace. As businesses are still getting to...
Microsoft Copilot – what’s all the fuss?
On March 16th 2023, Microsoft launched its latest AI-powered innovation in Microsoft 365, called Copilot. The latest software conceived by the tech giant has been designed to bring next-generation AI into a single system using Microsoft 365 apps that people use every day, such as calendar, Outlook, documents and Teams, and harness it (to quote Microsoft) to unleash creativity, unlock productivity, and level up skills.
SME Guide: 4 tools to strengthen your IT management and security
In today’s business world, technology is a vital component of daily operations. However, with increased reliance on technology, the risk of cyber threats has also increased. Therefore, it is essential to have strong IT management and security tools in place to protect your business. In this article, we will discuss four tools that can help SMEs improve their IT management and security.
3 Cyber Security Tips That Will Help Protect Your Business Without Breaking The Bank
Having a secure IT infrastructure does not have to be expensive or require an entire team of specialists. Here are three easy ways to reduce the risk of being hacked without breaking the bank.
Cyber Essentials – Should You Get Certified?
Using Cyber Essentials to demonstrate your organisations commitment to cyber security sounds great, but, why should you get it, how long does it take and is it worth it? Read on to find out more.
The Nasty Android Malware Designed to Steal Your Bank Details
Be warned! A powerful and potent form of Android malware called “CyberRat” is on the prowl, with a mission to steal your bank account username and password.
Top Time-Saving Tips for IRIS Users
We’re always looking for ways to help accountants get more out of their software. IRIS is a prime example of a fantastic software solution, but many functionalities are not...
Could Azure be the answer to your IT needs?
We take a look at what Microsoft Azure can offer to the running of your business IT infrastructure. Azure, Microsoft’s cloud computing solution is redefining the way in which...
Should you run regular vulnerability tests?
How often do you consider the online security of your business? We know we should have complex passwords and use MFA (multi-factor authentication), but how often do we think...
Top 10 Ways to Use Microsoft Power Automate
In today’s world of accelerated change, businesses are under pressure to not only perform, but excel in their field to be a success. Harnessing the power of AI can enable businesses to scale their work using a plethora of systems including data analysis, augmented capabilities and increasing work efficiency through automation.
How to Disaster Proof Your Business
It sounds slightly alarming and catastrophic when we start using the word disaster, but if your business were to be the target of a cyberattack or if you were to lose all your...
How to make hybrid working work for your business
In a post-pandemic world, many companies have gone back to business as usual, but now workers have had a taste of working from home, their relationship to their work has shifted, wanting the opportunity to work flexibly around their home lives to continue. It’s now up to businesses to ensure this new way of working works for the employer as well as the employee.
Should You Move Your Business to the Cloud?
What are the benefits of using the cloud for your business and whether cloud services are safe; here we take a look at some common questions around cloud computing. Having your...
Introducing our Latest Smart Self-Healing Services
We have taken our wealth of knowledge built up over two decades and digitised it into what we call our “Smart, Self-Healing Services”. Using this innovative technology and 24 hour monitoring, we can see exactly what’s happening. Enabling us to pinpoint when your accounting software, such as Sage and Iris is slowing down or about to fail. Our engineers can then fix the problem quickly, often before you even know there’s a problem.
How To Save Time & Money with Artificial Intelligence
There are a whole host of ways you can use artificial intelligence to automate your business processes to save your team on time-consuming tasks, thus in turn saving your business a substantial amount of money. AI is still in its infancy and it’s still very much a process of trial and error, but working out what works for you and your company could change your processes dramatically.
How much time does your firm waste on IT?
Could working with outdated technology be costing businesses more than we realise? With almost every business using tech, when it becomes outdated and slow, frustration is just the tip of the iceberg.
Fortinet – should you consider their UTM for your business?
With multiple cyber security and networking functions on one appliance, simplifying your infrastructure and saving time, Fortinet is a great option for businesses looking for full protection for their devices. Here we look into whether their unified threat management capability is right for your business.
Is Cybersecurity Insurance Worth the Investment?
With most businesses relying almost completely on technology to run, managing the risk and impact of cybercrime has become an essential part of running any business. Here we take a look at what cybersecurity insurance is, and whether your business needs it or not.
Are You Protecting Your Clients’ Data?
With cybercrime showing no signs of slowing down, protecting your data whilst ensuring your business is GDPR-compliant is more important than ever. But, with the right steps in place, data protection and keeping your business secure needn’t be daunting.
Are You Getting a Great IT Service?
Do you feel like you’re in safe hands? Do you receive help the same day you call in a problem? Do you feel like your IT service provider really knows your business and equipment?...
The End of an Era for Internet Explorer
Internet Explorer has played a huge part in the evolution of the web, but after 27 years it’s time to say farewell.