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…
Microsoft’s Windows 10 is nearing its end of support, and if your business is still running it, you’re facing some serious risks. With only 30 days left, it’s time to get your systems upgraded to Windows 11. Leaving Windows 10 unsupported means leaving your business vulnerable to cyber threats, especially with the speed at which…
October 2025 witnessed a significant escalation in global cyber attacks, with ransomware emerging as the predominant threat. Organizations worldwide faced an average of 1,938 attacks weekly, a 2% increase from September and a 5% rise year-over-year. This trend highlights the persistent and evolving nature of cyber threats, driven by increasingly sophisticated ransomware operations and the…
Keeping your systems safe isn’t just about the big firewalls; it’s also about the tools, the routines, and how you think about security from the inside out. This approach helps make it much harder for attackers to get in and cause trouble. Key Takeaways Automate Password Changes: Use tools like LAPS to automatically change admin…
It’s a common habit, but reusing the same password across multiple accounts is a massive risk to your organisation. Attackers can easily get into one account and then access all the others. We really need to put a stop to this. Why Simple Passwords Aren’t Enough Even with a keyboard full of characters, most people…