IT budgeting for 2026 shouldn’t feel like guesswork, but let’s be honest: that’s how it normally goes for most business leaders. Between rising vendor costs, constantly evolving cybersecurity threats, and the pressure to do more with less, creating a budget that actually works for your business can feel nearly impossible. Are you struggling to balance […]
Planning your 2026 IT budget can feel overwhelming—especially for SMBs in Salt Lake City. You want to reduce spending without sacrificing security or performance. Smart SMBs are doing both—cutting waste while improving tech. The key is knowing exactly where to trim and where to invest. Use this checklist to pressure-test your plan before Q4 turns […]
Your IT budget might be bleeding money—and you wouldn’t know it until it’s too late. Picture this: You’re reviewing your books at the end of the year, and your IT spending looks like a leaky bucket, dripping money in places you didn’t even know existed. This is a surprisingly common problem. Most small businesses have […]
Why Do Cybersecurity Threats Surge During the Holiday Season? Imagine this scenario: It’s December 15th, your busiest sales week of the year. Half of your employees are out for holiday-related events, the other half are trying to fit in their personal shopping between customer orders, and your IT person just took off for a two-week […]
You know that computer humming quietly in your back office, the one everyone says “works just fine”? It might be the digital equivalent of a leaky roof before storm season. When Windows 10 reaches end-of-life on October 14, 2025, that “fine” computer could become your biggest cybersecurity liability. If you’re like most small business owners […]
October isn’t just about pumpkin spice and Halloween decorations—it’s also the peak season for cybersecurity attacks. While businesses across Salt Lake City prepare for Cybersecurity Awareness Month, hackers are preparing too, exploiting seasonal distractions that leave companies exposed. Here’s the real question: if an attack hit tomorrow, could your business prove it was ready—or would […]
October is knocking, and here’s the real question: if a breach happened tomorrow, could you prove your business was ready? Hackers don’t pause for busy seasons—if anything, they strike hardest when you’re distracted. And the reality is, the busier you are, the more vulnerable your business becomes. This cybersecurity checklist for SMBs will help you […]
October is almost here, and every year we see the same thing—businesses scrambling to catch up after threats have already spiked. Here’s the real question: if a breach happened tomorrow, could you prove you were ready? The cybersecurity mistakes SMBs make in September often come back to haunt them in October and beyond. But smart […]
October is coming fast, and with it comes a surge of cyber threats that most business owners aren’t prepared for. But here’s something most don’t know: there’s a simple step you can take right now to spot hidden vulnerabilities before they cost you clients, cash, or your credibility. Cybersecurity Awareness Month is right around the […]
Do you have cyber insurance questions, wondering why so many small businesses are suddenly being denied cyber insurance—or paying double what they did last year? You’re not alone. Premiums are rising, underwriters are becoming pickier, and more small businesses are dealing with policy denials than ever before. The problem? Most of the information out there […]
