Microsoft Azure Data Protection: Why Even Cloud Servers Need Backup

A common misconception is that moving to the cloud means no longer having to backup data. This idea encourages businesses to take unnecessary risks with Software as a Service (SaaS) applications like Microsoft 365 and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) clouds like Microsoft Azure.

There are many reasons for growing businesses to take advantage of the flexibility, scalability, and other strengths of Microsoft Azure. However, cloud servers are not foolproof. They can fail just like on-premises servers because of hardware failure, ransomware, data corruption, and user error. (more…)

How to Implement a Business Continuity Plan in Your Law Firm

As Calgary law firms grow, so do their information technology challenges. Ensuring the security and availability of all major systems in a law firm is critical. However, with continued growth, there’s a need to find a legal practice IT solution to keep up with ever-changing business needs.

While some firms have an IT disaster recovery plan in place, not every strategy is effective. Many plans are so complicated and unwieldy that they’re not practical for use in the event of an emergency. (more…)

The Importance of Network Continuity

Have you heard of network continuity and wondered what it is, what it does, and how it works?

Network continuity ensures company operations continue without interruption. So there is no more downtime or slowdowns even when there’s an issue with their primary internet connection. At the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, many companies found that they had to rethink their approach. 

Keep reading for our guide on network continuity and how it can help your business survive an outage. (more…)

What Is a Managed Service Provider?

IT is a vast undertaking in today’s quickly evolving workplace that many professionals don’t have the time, resources, or expertise to manage. Not only are many industries facing talent shortages, but a shortage of tech professionals that can keep up with the quickening pace of IT development. One study predicts that by 2030, the lack of sufficient tech talent will create an $8.5 trillion loss in revenue for companies worldwide.

As a result, many are turning to Managed Service Providers (MSPs) to fill the gap and simplify their most complex IT projects. Most MSPs offer small to medium-sized businesses remote IT support for a fraction of the cost of hiring an in-house team. MSPs provide ongoing monitoring, expert advice, and troubleshooting to keep a business’s infrastructure running smooth. (more…)