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Cybersecurity Trends in Higher Education: What Colleges and Universities Need to Know

Key Takeaways: Your Cybersecurity Questions Answered Higher Education Is Now a High-Value Target for Cybercriminals Colleges and universities are no longer just centers of learning. They are data-rich environments holding everything from financial and health records to intellectual property. That makes them increasingly attractive to cybercriminals. In 2024, the education sector became one of the […]

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Securing Identities with Conditional Access: A Guide for Modern Organizations 

Managed IT Services / By PSM

Key Takeaways What is Conditional Access? Conditional Access (CA) is a security approach that evaluates the context of each sign-in, such as who the user is, where they are connecting from, and what device they are using, before granting or blocking access.  How is Conditional Access different from security defaults? Unlike security defaults, Conditional Access

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M365 Business Premium vs. O365 Business Premium: What’s Right for Your Business?

Key Takeaways What’s Included in Microsoft 365 Business Premium? Microsoft 365 Business Premium (M365 BP) includes everything offered in Office 365 Business Premium (O365 BP)—like Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams—plus advanced security, compliance, and device management capabilities. Office 365 Business Premium vs. Microsoft 365 Business Premium Office 365 Business Premium is centered on productivity apps

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Maximizing Efficiency with Managed Services Telecom Solutions

IT Consulting, Managed IT Services, Telecommunications / By PSM

Key Takeaways What Is a Telecom Managed Services Provider? A Telecom Managed Services Provider (MSP) helps businesses manage and optimize their communication infrastructure. Key Telecom Services Offered by MSPs Services include VoIP management, carrier coordination, unified communications, and ongoing tech support. Why Partner with a Telecom MSP? Working with a telecom MSP reduces costs, improves

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What Is Remote IT Support—and Why It Matters More Than Ever

IT Consulting / By PSM

Key Takeaways What is Remote Support IT? Remote IT support allows faster issue resolution—reducing downtime and keeping your team productive, no matter where they work. What are the Benefits of Remote IT? From faster resolution times to better security and reduced downtime, remote IT support empowers teams to stay productive and connected. Why Remote IT

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Transforming Legal IT: A Strategic Guide to AI and Cloud for Small Firms

Cloud Services / By PSM

Key Takeaways Generative AI Is Transforming Legal Workflows More than half of solo and small firms now use generative AI tools to streamline operations, boost productivity, and enhance client service—signaling a major shift in how legal work gets done. Small Firms Have a Competitive Edge Smaller law firms can adopt and scale new technologies faster

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A Beginner’s Guide to Network Operations Center (NOC)

Managed IT Services / By PSM

Businesses and organizations rely heavily on complex IT infrastructures to support daily operations, ensure connectivity, and maintain data security. Behind the scenes, a Network Operations Center (NOC) plays a critical role in keeping these systems running smoothly. Often described as the nerve center of IT operations, a NOC is responsible for monitoring, managing, and maintaining

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Securing Your Remote Workforce Through Microsoft 365

Webinar / By PSM

As more organizations adopt remote and hybrid work models, securing how and where employees access company data has never been more critical. Home networks, personal devices, and public Wi-Fi all introduce new risks—making it essential to have the right tools in place. That’s where Microsoft 365 comes in. Why Microsoft 365 for Remote Security? Microsoft

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How To Cut Costs in Telecom and Realize Immediate and Meaningful Savings

Telecommunications / By PSM

Unlock Immediate Savings with a Telecom Audit—No Effort RequiredHow PSM has saved businesses over $3 million this year When companies look to cut costs, they often overlook one of the most obvious areas for savings: telecom services. Whether it’s internet, phone systems, or mobile plans, businesses are frequently overpaying—without realizing it. At PSM Partners, we’ve

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Understanding the CDK Cyber Attack: What Happened and What Businesses Can Learn

Cybersecurity / By PSM

Key Takeaways From the CDK Global Cyber Attack Massive DisruptionOn June 18, 2024, CDK Global’s systems were crippled by a ransomware attack, impacting 15,000 car dealerships in the U.S. and Canada. Financial ImpactDealerships faced over $1 billion in losses due to operational disruptions during the two-week recovery period. Ransom DemandsThe BlackSuit ransomware group initially demanded

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