If you’re still relying on traditional VPNs to connect your team remotely, you might be leaving your business exposed. This new approach, called SASE, is like a next-generation VPN but does much more to keep your systems safe. It’s a big step up from what most businesses are using right now. The Problem with Traditional…
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If you’re still relying on traditional VPNs for your business security, it might be time to think about an upgrade. This video dives into a newer technology called SASE (pronounced "sassy"), which is essentially the next generation of VPNs, offering a much more robust security solution. Key Takeaways SASE creates a secure, isolated "bubble" around…
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In 2025, having cyber insurance for your business isn’t just a good idea, it’s absolutely essential. Insurers are now looking for businesses to meet at least the basic Cyber Essentials standards. This means they’ll be asking if your devices are encrypted, if you have a plan for when things go wrong (a business continuity plan),…
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This year, cyber insurance isn’t just a good idea; it’s a must-have for your business. While smaller companies might get by with simpler policies, larger organisations are facing much tougher scrutiny. Insurers want to know if you’re really doing everything you can to keep the company safe. Key Takeaways Honesty is key: Be upfront with…
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As businesses get bigger, especially when they’re growing through mergers and acquisitions, IT can easily become a problem rather than a help. Dave from GoodChoice IT explains how things get complicated and why having someone with experience can help keep things under control. When your systems just don’t fit anymore, projects get delayed and your…
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Many business leaders feel secure knowing they have backups and a disaster recovery plan in place. But have these plans ever been put to the test? Dave from GoodChoice IT explains why testing your ransomware recovery plan is vital to avoid significant stress and financial losses. Key Takeaways Most businesses haven’t tested their backups or…
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The recent AWS outage has got us thinking about how businesses manage their IT systems. It’s a good reminder that in the world of technology and business, we’re always trying to keep things in order, fighting against the natural tendency towards chaos, or what we call entropy. The Problem with Too Much or Too Little…
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Many businesses, especially those with between 50 and 500 employees, find themselves at a crossroads: should they build their own internal IT department or hand over their IT needs to an external managed service provider? It’s a common question, and the answer often lies in a co-managed approach. This means having someone on your team…
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Most businesses think their IT team has cyber incidents covered, but have you actually put that to the test? Dave from GoodChoice IT explains why running a recovery test before ransomware strikes can be a real game-changer. Can your team actually get everything back online? Do you even know who to call, how long it…
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It might seem like I spend all my time at conferences or filming videos, but I wanted to follow up on the disaster recovery planning videos I’ve been making. It’s quite timely, given the recent AWS outage. If you’re not in the IT world, you might not be thinking much about disaster recovery. But a…
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