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Ten Lessons For A Post-Pandemic World By Fareed Zakaria
Many of us have wondered what the world will look like when the pandemic comes to an end. CNN host and best-selling author Fareed Zakaria takes a deep dive into the nature of post- pandemic culture and
January 2022 the significant consequences that could unfold years down the road in Ten Lessons For A Post-Pandemic World. Zakaria looks at the changes we have made to combat COVID-19 and the effects it could have on Americans and a wider global population for years to come. Through research and years of experience, Zakaria notes that nothing is written in stone and that we can still make changes to improve the future.
3 Great IT Resolutions For The New Year
As the new year kicks off, many business owners and entrepreneurs are making their New Year’s resolutions. Most of these business owners will be focused on increasing profits or expanding growth, but it would be wise to focus on some IT- or tech-related resolutions as well. Making sure that you are up-to-date on the most recent tech and security measures can go a long way toward growing and protecting your business. While many companies make goals or resolutions that they hope to achieve in the new year, plenty of businesses fail to meet these goals because they do not take the steps necessary to achieve them. It often takes time and determination to make these resolutions
a reality, and business owners should not quit when the situations become stale or difficult.
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Here are our three best IT and tech resolutions for business owners to make for the new year and how to make sure you achieve them. Employee Security Training And Creating A Security Safe Culture If your employees have not had any security awareness training, you should make it your focus to ensure that everyone is informed about potential information security breaches. Research suggests that human error is involved in over 90% of security breaches. By providing security awareness training to your employees,
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you will teach them how to avoid mistakes that could leave the business at risk. Not only will this help your employees be more aware of security, but it will make your customers feel more comfortable and confident when working with your company. There are other benefits to holding security awareness training for your team, and one of the best is that you will be taking your first steps in creating a culture based around tech security. You will be introducing your team to the importance of information security, which they will effectively use to fortify your defenses. When new employees are brought in, set aside some time for them to have security awareness training so they are enveloped in the culture from day one. By putting together a plan where “MSPs allow for predictable monthly costs and better security practices, but they truly have a plethora of benefits.”
every employee is introduced to information security awareness, your company will be less at risk for breaches and threats made possible by human error. Utilize A Managed Services Provider The MSP industry has seen immense growth over the past five years. The market was valued at over $152 billion in 2017 and is expected to rise to $257 billion by the end of 2022. MSPs allow for predictable monthly costs and better security practices, but they truly have a plethora of benefits. If your computer breaks or shuts down, MSPs have the ability to not only fix it but also go above and beyond the usual tech support. Some MSPs will work with your business to understand your goals and find better ways to achieve them. MSPs are also raising their tech game. Yes, they can help with problems related to e-mail, web and file searching, but they are also available for more advanced needs, like cloud infrastructure management. If you’re still working with a basic IT service, look into using an MSP instead. They will help with your usual tech problems while also providing you with the resources needed to achieve your goals. Back Up Your Data Data is an essential part of any business, and it’s imperative that every business owner
makes an effort to back up their data. If important files are damaged or deleted or a disaster causes your business to lose important data, data backups can prevent business interruptions. It becomes even more important when dealing with clients’ information. Imagine that you’re a customer who has been making transactions with a business for years. They may have your address, phone number, e-mail address and sometimes even your Social Security number, but one day, you call and they no longer have your information on file. You probably wouldn’t feel too secure giving this company that information again if they already lost it the first time. This is how your clients will feel if they have to provide their information again after data loss that could have been prevented by backing up your data. As you plan out your goals and resolutions to incorporate in 2022, don’t forget to include IT and tech goals as well. Not only will they save you money in the long run, but they will also grant you peace of mind. Make
a plan, overcome any obstacles and don’t lose hope if it looks like you need more than a year to accomplish your goals.
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particular product or service, you need to have a solid online shop. A new report from Digital Commerce 360 took a deep dive into e-commerce and the features that users think are necessary. About 76% of respondents said that a detailed description is important if they are going to make a purchase. It was also reported that most customers want a convenient and speedy checkout procedure. The pandemic has made finding many products difficult, and 68% of respondents said that they would like websites to mark their products as out of stock when applicable. There are many things that you can do to make online shopping a better experience for your customers. When deciding what features to include, look at it from the consumer’s viewpoint and decide from there.
Safeguarding information is the overriding responsibility of all our businesses. In our increasingly threatened world, this is not an easy task. Cybercriminals are keenly aware that digital crime involving identity theft and financial fraud pays very well. And it pays even greater when the focus is on personally identifiable information (PII), personal health information (PHI), and clients’ financial data. Cybercriminals are from both domestic and foreign locations where they are hard at work with new and creative ways to pillage the treasure trove of PII and PHI to sell on the dark web. Imagine your child’s PII/PHI on an unprotected system at a nonprofit club or dentist’s office. Frightening, isn’t it? Do you want to protect your organization? Then follow “Cyber Security Best Practices.” Follow the “First Best Practice” to boost your cloud and on-premises security. Adopt a cyber Best Practice guidance from the Cyber Security and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) continues to evolve as the changing threats do. This Illustration shows the iStreet Solutions Cyber Security Stack, our ‘Freedom Shield,’ where the details of the protections are explained.
security awareness culture in your executive suite – BEFORE it’s too late and you become a victim of the theft of the child’s data that you have been entrusted with. And pass it on to your staff. The ‘Second Best Practice’ along with the Security Awareness Culture is to designate an executive with security responsibilities who is empowered to adopt and implement an information security policy. To make this effective the board or owner should mandate that the policy must be followed. The ‘Third Best Practice’ is to protect the three Threat Vectors: 1. Protect your IT equipment and devices. 2. Protect your mailboxes. 3. Protect your organization and people through education and testing.
Podcasts To Boost Your Productivity For The New Year
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The New Year has arrived, so people are focused on meeting their resolutions. Whether it’s business-related or personal, many people hope to be more productive and successful this new year. Everyone is different, and there is no tried-and-true way to boost productivity that works for everybody. You have to find what works best for you. If you’re unsure where to get started, here are five podcasts that will help you meet your resolutions and boost your productivity in 2022. • The Psychology Podcast With Scott Barry Kaufman • NPR’s Hidden Brain • Where Should We Begin • All In The Mind • Speaking Of Psychology
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New Year, New Problems
More businesses are returning to on-location work, and hybrid meetings are becoming more prevalent. As meetings start to occur that host both remote and on-location employees, you may be wondering how to keep everything managed. Thankfully, there are a few things you can do to ensure that everyone feels heard and respected. Instead of having everyone on-site use one camera, have them use their individual laptops or computers. This will reduce chaos
and allow everyone an opportunity to speak without interrupting others. If this is not feasible with your company, you could assign someone to monitor the remote workers and pass along any questions or information to the employees working on-site. Having one-on-one meetings with remote workers and developing a connected culture both go a long way toward making everyone feel comfortable and appreciated. It will take time to perfect hybrid meetings, but with patience, understanding and a desire to improve, your meetings can run smoother than ever before. CHOOSING A VPN THIS YEAR? Virtual private network (VPN) technology is essential for securing the Internet safely, whether it be for work or pleasure. VPNs are one of the only ways you can have end- to-end safeguard encryption that keeps
your information secure while browsing the Internet. If you don’t currently use a VPN, you absolutely should. Here are a few things to consider before deciding on a specific VPN. The VPN market is growing fast. It reached $31 billion in 2021 and is slated to grow to $90 billion within the next six years. When choosing a VPN, you want to consider server locations, speed, security policy, whether the VPN has reliable encryption standards, device compatibility and so much more. Choosing a VPN should not be a half- second decision. Take your time and do your research before deciding on a service. E-COMMERCE IS THE NEW MARKETPLACE If you’re looking to start a new business or grow a current business that sells a
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