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October 29, 2021 by Dr. Alan R. Shark
CompTIA's 2021 National Survey of Local Government Cybersecurity and Cloud Initiatives provides a snapshot of cybersecurity programs, issues and priorities in cities and counties. The findings confirm that a wide variety of management and policy issues are impacting the cybersecurity posture for many local governments.
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October 28, 2021 by MJ Shoer
The CompTIA ISAO publishes an average of more than two threat reports per day, containing actionable information to help members avoid, defeat, or recover from a cyberattack. Here's what we've seen through the first 1,000 reports.
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October 26, 2021 by Emily Matzelle
Inequalities exist when it comes online security. The Demographics of Cybercrime report illustrates that people do not feel safe online, and for some populations, those feelings are magnified by real-life experiences.
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October 20, 2021 by Ashley Watters
Growing an MSP business requires a multi-faceted approach. You need to focus on many areas, not just technology, to become a valuable partner to customers. In her new CompTIA YouTube series, Tracy Pound and guests discuss how to manage growth, meet the demands of today’s market, and instill best practices to accelerate success.
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October 19, 2021 by Corey Kirkendoll
Do you have an incident response plan that you share—and review regularly—with customers? You don’t want to get caught without one, jeopardizing your business relationship and maybe even your reputation.
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October 15, 2021 by Roger Hughlett
Tech is a booming industry with growing importance in any given economy, but it also suffers from a large skills shortage at a time when a low proportion of women are entering and staying in the field. Dr. Anne-Marie Imafidon outlined four principles to lead to stronger and more diverse organizations at CompTIA's EMEA Member and Partner Conference.
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October 14, 2021 by Raffi Jamgotchian
Managing your cybersecurity solutions portfolio requires a measured approach, lest you develop a bloated solutions stack and even worse for MSPs, margin squeeze. Following a proven security framework can help you set the right course.
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October 12, 2021 by Seth Robinson
CompTIA’s State of Cybersecurity 2021 report finds there is a growing sense of unease with cybersecurity practices. To address all aspects of cybersecurity, businesses need to rethink their approach from the ground up.
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October 7, 2021 by Scott Campbell
A new partnership with SecurityScorecard provides CompTIA ISAO users with a risk rating grade for their companies’ cybersecurity proficiency, allowing them to tout a high grade, or work to improve where they may be struggling.
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October 6, 2021 by Scott Campbell
It’s OK if your road to success takes an unexpected turn, especially if you’re the one choosing to make that turn, MSP speakers said during a session at CompTIA’s Member and Partner Conference in London.
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October 5, 2021 by Jeff Hill
When it comes to defending the SMB market, just making sure that your doors are locked can go a long way for managed service providers to prevent most successful cyberattacks.
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October 1, 2021 by Louisa Fitzgerald
Throughout October, CompTIA will be releasing resources and thought leadership, hosting webinars and virtual events, and sharing videos and podcasts—all focused on the cybersecurity topics that matter to you, your technology business, and our industry.
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September 30, 2021 by CompTIA AI Advisory Council
Artificial intelligence provides a tremendous opportunity to strengthen your business—and your customer’s business—but it takes foresight, discipline, and a plan to make it happen.
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September 28, 2021 by Brigetta Koepke
Organizations are seeking to expand their supplier network so it more closely represents their customer base. Supplier diversity does this by increasing opportunities for socially or economically disadvantaged groups to participate in the supply chain.
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September 24, 2021 by Emily Matzelle
We know marketing is critical to technology SMBs, but understanding where to start can feel overwhelming. Learn the steps you'll need to take to create your strategic marketing plan.
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September 17, 2021 by David Logsdon
The Infrastructure and Investment and Jobs Act provides a cybersecurity focused investment, a whole-of-government approach to applying that investment, and a clear emphasis on support for the cybersecurity requirements of state and local governments.
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September 16, 2021 by Scott Campbell
For the first time in more than 18 months, CompTIA plans to host a live event for members—the EMEA Member and Partner Conference, 6-7 October in London. From new cybersecurity programs to business-building sessions to innovative tech workforce strategies, here are 10 things to check out.
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September 14, 2021 by Scott Campbell
A ransomware attack is any business's worst nightmare. CompTIA member Jay Tipton recently survived a cyberattack which impacted his company and customers. He shares his experience, what others should expect, and how to manage through the crisis.
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September 10, 2021 by Ryan E. Long
Blockchain is a powerful technology with almost limitless opportunities to help customers—if it’s applied correctly from a legal and technical perspective. If you’ve got the technology covered, here are some tips to ensure you’re covered legally as well.
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September 2, 2021 by Michelle Lange
All the energy that goes into covering and struggling with impostor syndrome reduces productivity. Learn how organizations can reduce the time lost by doing one thing: encouraging authenticity.
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August 26, 2021 by Eric Anthony
MSPs have two jobs: keeping a client productive and protecting its data. In today’s climate, an MSP’s data governance expertise and experience are critical to doing both—and could be a real competitive advantage in the market.
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August 24, 2021 by Ashley Watters
With increased risks, shifting work paradigms and attacks originating in the IT supply chain, MSPs face more pressure than ever to ensure due diligence. Their defenses should begin with resiliency conversations, self reflection and incident response planning.
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August 19, 2021 by Scott Campbell
Technologists often try to explain complex security ideas to those without technical backgrounds. That’s a failing proposition, said Theresa Payton, CEO of Fortalice Solutions, at ChannelCon Online. We need to change the way we explain what’s happening, how we aim to fix it, and why the customer should care.
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August 17, 2021 by Emily Matzelle
While most MSPs understand the importance of marketing, they often don’t have the time or resources to make it happen. But strategic marketing can improve the customer experience, set you apart from the competition, and ultimately, translate to business growth.
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August 12, 2021 by Louisa Fitzgerald
The 2021 Emerging Technology Top 10 list takes a deeper dive into AI and IoT, illustrating how they are transforming business with the top five use cases for each technology.
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