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Many organizations make dangerous assumptions about the ability of their IT systems to protect themselves from disasters. This creates a false sense of security that leaves operations vulnerable so that even a small disaster can cause enormous disruption. In this...

How Security Awareness Training Helps Employees Identify Attacks

The internet is an exciting and opportunity-driven place to explore. However, where there’s value, there are also threats. With the rise of phishing, cyber threats are prevalent and on the rise. This makes getting educated, aware, and alert on the matter imperative...

Bridging the Skills Gap: Preparing Your Team for Azure Migration

Countless SMBs are adopting Microsoft Azure due to its versatility and high-end structure. Yet, as Azure adoption skyrockets, so does the gap in skills needed to manage the Azure migration effectively. And as businesses strive to harness the power of Azure for...

Insider Threats Demystified: Your Microsoft Copilot Cheat Sheet

Are you ready to proactively address insider threats? In an earlier blog, we spoke at length about the Top 5 Database Security Threats to watch out for. Now, we’ll dive deeper into insider threat awareness with our Microsoft Copilot cheat sheet. It’s your one-stop...

Ensuring Cloud Security and Compliance in the Azure Environment

The cloud has revolutionized how businesses operate. According to experts, 60% of the world’s corporate data is stored in the cloud. As more and more companies migrate to cloud platforms, the significance of cloud security cannot be overstated. Azure, for example,...

Business Risks: 4 Critical Consequences of a Security Breach

The Top 5 Database Security Threats and How to Mitigate Them

Your data is the lifeblood of your business. From customer details to financial records, it's all stored neatly in your database. But just like Fort Knox has security measures, so should your database! But what happens if Fort Knox, or rather, your database, gets...

Unveiling the Power (and Affordability) of Azure Cloud for Your Business

Gone are the days of bulky servers and hefty IT infrastructure costs. The cloud revolution has transformed how businesses operate. Enter Azure Cloud, a game-changer that offers businesses of all sizes a scalable, secure, and – crucially – cost-effective way to manage...

Azure Simplified: A Cloud Computing Guide for SMBs

Have you ever felt like your IT infrastructure is holding your business back? Maybe you're struggling with outdated hardware, limited storage space, or the constant need to manage complex systems. If so, you're not alone. Many small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs)...

Debunking Myths About Azure Cloud Migration

Top 5 Cybersecurity Tips to Protect Your Business

Maximizing Your MS365 Investment: Tips for Reducing Licensing Costs

In today's digital landscape, Microsoft 365 (MS365) has become the go-to productivity suite for businesses of all sizes. But with a vast array of licensing options and an ever-evolving pricing structure, navigating the cost side of things can feel like a complex maze....

No Phishing Allowed: A Checklist for Smart Interactions

The ever-present hum of emails, texts, and online notifications can lull us into a false sense of security. We navigate this digital landscape with trust, clicking links and opening attachments, often without a second thought. But lurking beneath the surface, a...

Mastering Business Metrics with the DMI Process

Top 2 Challenges of Azure Cloud Migration and How to Fix Them

Azure Cloud Migration Part 2: Tackling Complexity and Integration

3 Major Benefits of Cloud Migration for Your Business

How to Choose the Right MSP: Key Tips for Success

Simplifying Managed Services: Key Offerings from IMS Solutions

Strengthen Your Cybersecurity: 4 Critical Tips for SMBs

Identifying and Fixing Slow Internet Issues for Businesses

Unlock a Network Symphony: The Power of NaaS Integration

Imagine a grand orchestra, each instrument playing its part in perfect harmony to create a mesmerizing performance. But what if one instrument is out of tune, lagging behind the tempo, or simply not playing the right notes? The entire symphony suffers. In the digital...

Empowering Your Remote Workforce with NaaS in 2024

The remote work revolution is in full swing. Is your business getting left behind? Gone are the days of water cooler gossip and corner office bragging rights. Now, laptops rule the roost, pajamas conquer commutes, and productivity thrives (sometimes) within the walls...

Choosing Your AI Ally: Microsoft Copilot vs. ChatGPT

Tired of repetitive tasks taking over your workday? Feeling like your creative well has run dry? Enter the world of AI assistants, where digital sidekicks promise to boost productivity and ignite your inner innovator. But with two big players, Microsoft Copilot and...

Scalability and Flexibility: Transforming Businesses with NaaS in 2024

Welcome to the era of Network as a Service (NaaS), a groundbreaking approach that is revolutionizing how businesses in 2024 handle their networking needs. Imagine a world where your network capabilities are not just an infrastructure element but a dynamic, scalable...

Optimize Your MS365 Licensing Strategy

The tools you choose for your business operations play a crucial role in your organization's success. With over 1 million companies using it worldwide, it’s easy to see why Microsoft 365 stands head and shoulders above the crowd. It’s truly a comprehensive suite that...

The Hidden Costs of Unused Network Resources

Are you overpaying for network resources? In today's tech-driven world, you might rely on a wide range of network resources to stay ahead of the curve. While it is important to stay on the cutting edge of technology, some of these resources may be silently draining...

Your Invisible Adversary: Undetected Network Breaches

Network security breaches are a constant and evolving threat to businesses of all sizes. While high-profile data breaches often make headlines, there's an invisible, insidious side to this problem that often goes unnoticed - undetected intrusions. You may not realize...

Transform Your Business with Managed IT Services

In today's technology-driven world, businesses across industries rely even more on managed IT services to thrive and stay ahead of the competition. Managed IT services are revolutionizing organizations' operations from financial services to manufacturing by providing...

What Is a Cyber Risk Assessment?

Cyber risks pose a significant threat to organizations of all sizes and industries. With cyber-attacks becoming increasingly common and sophisticated, organizations need to take proactive measures to mitigate these risks. A cyber risk assessment is one of the most...

The Importance of Least Privilege in IT Security

The Importance of Least Privilege in IT Security Safeguarding sensitive data and protecting critical systems are paramount. One crucial practice that organizations must adopt is the principle of least privilege. By granting users only the minimum access necessary for...

What Does “Moving to the Cloud” Really Mean?

In the technology world, what does “moving to the cloud” really mean? Moving to the cloud refers to the process of shifting a company’s data and applications from on-site servers and physical hardware that you can see and touch to remote servers and virtualized...

Hackers Will Never Go Away, But We Can Frustrate Them with This Protocol

Every week, we read and hear about data breaches and cybersecurity threats on the news. As technology continues to evolve, so do the methods used by cybercriminals to steal personal information and gain access to secure systems. One of the most effective ways to...

IMS helps BPO American launch Windows 365 Cloud PCs

BPO American answers the call for a highly secure, easy to deploy Windows experience with Windows 365 Cloud PCs When a customer calls BPO American, starts a web chat, or initiates an email conversation, they’re instantly connected to one of 215 US-based agents....

The new king of content is your password

Working in the United States, when the FBI makes a security recommendation, you probably pay attention. Since February of 2020, the FBI has touted password phrases (aka passphrase) over passwords as more secure. Using long-formed phrases (aka content king) keeps...

3 ways we’re [looking at] using AI and ChatGPT

The ‘Christmas Present of the Year (2022)’ goes to OpenAI for ChatGPT! If you haven’t heard of this AI utility yet, you either aren’t reading the news or social media – I may even go as far as suggesting, you are purposely existing inside a vacuum. Riding the...

How Identity and Access Management (IAM) helps meet cyber security insurance requirements

We’re still in January and at least four (4) significant cyber-attacks have made the media circuits. T-Mobile, Yum! Brands, LastPass, and ODIN have all succumbed to breaches leaking millions of user identifies, personally identifying information (PII), and other...

Boost operations and save money using Microsoft Business Premium

From a business owner’s perspective, doing more with less is an attractive principle. Microsoft recognizes that need for small/medium businesses and combines a comprehensive suite of services, layered with multiple security features, into their Business Premium...

IAM ready to secure my business (basics)

Identity and Access Management (IAM), made popular through Microsoft security recommendations and expertise creating TLAs (three letter acronyms), allows a business to deliberately control their users’ digital identities and the privileges those identities have to...

Farewell basic authentication

Starting on October 1st, 2022, Microsoft will be removing the ability to connect into Office 365 using legacy authentication methods. This affects the native mail application on both iPhone and Android, as well as several other connection methods like printers,...

Continuous feedback for continuous improvement

IMS provides a variety of technology services to over two hundred (at the time of writing) businesses on the eastern sea board. From cloud services, to network-as-a-service, to help desk, and business continuity – we cover a large swath of technology needs for...

IMS Supplements Entire IT Department for Blue Ridge

Disaster Recovery Service Saves the Day at emediagroup

IMS’ Backup Service Prevents Interruption of Patient Care

Managed Services Enable Neal Brothers to Conduct International Business without Interruption

IMS’ Turnkey IT Solutions Save the Firm Time and Expense

Satya Nadella gives props to IMS for Windows 365 deployment

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There are certain accomplishments in a [technology] business that aren't instigated by sales figures, distribution, saturation, or a slew of other qualifiers. When the CEO of global leading technology company gives you praise in-front of tens of thousands of...

How to crush the Microsoft price-change curveball

Over the last few months, Microsoft made a series of announcements that will impact all users of Microsoft 365. The easiest of these to understand (and prepare for) is the price increase. Microsoft hasn’t increased their pricing for the Office Suite applications in a...

IMS launches managed Wi-Fi service for MDU space

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IMS' service for multi-dwelling/family apartments and condominiums centralizes acquisition, distribution, and management of all owners, guests, and tenants wireless internet connectivity. Wi-Fi is an integral feature for apartment complexes, condominiums, and other...

How Managed Services Can Help Your Industry

Our industry-specific IT solutions keep your business a step ahead of the game by fostering increased productivity, better time management, and improved quality of work. We know how tough it is to get the right IT services but it shouldn’t be. Other IT companies...

What to Look for During Your Search for a Managed Services Provider

Is your organization outgrowing its in-house IT solution? Whether your business is large or small, your focus should be on your business rather than on the business of IT. If it seems like things are operating the other way around, it’s probably time to start your...

3 IT Management Pains and How to Solve Them