Artificial intelligence is changing the business world, but it’s also making it easier for criminals to attack. Many business leaders don’t realise just how much higher the risk of a security incident has become. AI can now be used to find weaknesses and send out personalised scam emails to your staff. The Rising Threat Landscape…
Many business owners think their email is set up perfectly, but often, there are hidden issues. This simple tool can help you check if your domain’s email security is configured correctly, even if you’re not a tech whiz. It looks at public DNS settings like DMARC, DKIM, and SPF, which can help prevent your emails…
Running a business these days feels like a constant juggling act, doesn’t it? You’re trying to keep things ticking over, maybe even grow a bit, but then there’s all this tech stuff. It’s easy to get lost, or worse, fall behind. Bringing in a full-time IT boss can be a massive expense, especially if you’re…
As your business grows, a big question pops up: should you build your own IT team or hire an outside company to handle it? It’s not always a simple choice, especially when you’re somewhere in the middle, say with 50 to 500 staff. This is where things can get a bit tricky, and finding the…
IT support isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution for businesses. Dave from GoodChoice IT breaks down the different types of managed IT services and helps you figure out which one best suits your company’s needs. It’s all about finding the right mix to keep things running smoothly and securely. Key Takeaways Break-fix is reactive, only fixing things…
Remember the old days of IT support? You know, the ‘break-fix’ model. Basically, you’d wait for something to go wrong with your computer or network, and then you’d call someone to come and fix it. It was a simple approach, and for a while, it seemed to do the job. But let me tell you,…
In today’s world, with AI and ransomware constantly a threat, it’s more important than ever to only keep data for as long as you actually need it. Plus, making sure that data is accurate is a big deal. Many businesses used to just dump files onto a server and set up some basic permissions. They…
When I come on board as your part-time IT director, the first thing we do is get a clear picture of where things stand and where we need to go. It’s all about focusing on four main areas: strategy, how we deliver services, the structure of your systems, and managing risks, especially with AI and…
Business leaders, listen up! There’s something big happening with artificial intelligence that you need to get a handle on, and fast. Two new AI web browsers have just been released: Atlas from ChatGPT and Comet from Perplexity. If your team starts using these right now, your organisation could be in for some serious trouble because…
AI is changing how small businesses work, but it’s not as simple as just plugging it in. We need to think about the right processes and how our teams actually use these tools. It’s easy to get lost in all the different AI options out there, and if not used properly, AI can end up…