Ransomware losses are rising faster than insurance coverage limits. At the same time, insurers and auditors are scrutinizing legacy ERP systems in ways most boards have not fully considered. What was once viewed as aging infrastructure is now a measurable governance risk. A legacy ERP system is no longer just old software. It represents insurability exposure, audit…
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Most people think old servers just get slower with age. The real danger is what happens when support ends. Suppose your business is still running Windows Server 2012 or 2012 R2; the clock has already run out. Now the risk gets serious fast. Every Microsoft product goes through two stages of support. Mainstream Support is…
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Most organizations that run legacy versions of Dynamics are aware that these systems are holding everything together with threads. They get the job done, but often run aging servers and end-of-life operating systems with no security patch updates. Every week, they introduce new security risks that you may not notice until something goes wrong. That’s…
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Today, running your own security perimeter is no longer the safe choice. The economics have changed. The rules of governance have changed, too. What once felt like control now brings higher cost, more complexity, and greater exposure. Security is not judged by strong firewalls or written policies. It is judged by proof. Regulators, insurers, and boards now expect real-time evidence. They…
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Keeping IT systems updated is a fundamental aspect of ensuring the security, efficiency, and reliability of technology that businesses and individuals rely on daily. As an IT professional, you know that the upkeep of IT systems through regular updates is a critical task that should be integrated into the operational strategy of your organization. It…
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Introduction Hybrid cloud is a popular strategy for enterprises that want to leverage the benefits of both on-premises and cloud infrastructure. Hybrid and multi-cloud environments are commonplace for modern businesses, and provide greater flexibility, resilience, compliance capabilities, and opportunities for optimization and innovation. According to a report published by Enterprise Strategy Group in 2023, many…
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Businesses are increasingly adopting a multi-cloud strategy. They recognize the strategic potential of leveraging the strengths of different cloud platforms to ensure resilience, compliance, and competitive advantage. With over 87% of organizations already deploying workloads across multiple clouds, the message is clear — the future of enterprise IT is unequivocally multi-cloud. However, while the vast…
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It’s not uncommon for businesses to have clouds spread across multiple vendors and private data centers — making managing them challenging. Indeed, nearly half of small and midsized businesses cite managing multiple clouds as a top cloud challenge. Azure Arc is designed to simplify multi-cloud management. But is it the right fit for your business?…
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Future-Proofing Your Database: On-Premises Strategies for SQL Server End of Life As Microsoft phases out support for older versions of SQL Server, businesses worldwide are encountering a critical crossroads in their data management strategies. Faced with SQL Server end of life scenarios, the decision to either upgrade to the latest on-premises version, SQL Server 2022,…
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SQL Server End of Life: The Inevitable End of an Era Coming July 9, 2024 Microsoft’s SQL Server 2014, a cornerstone for many database management systems, is approaching its end of life on July 9, 2024. This pivotal moment marks the end of extended support for this version, signaling a crucial juncture for organizations relying…
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