The Comfort of Correctly-Budgeted IT [Updated for 2023]

By IT Director Luke Bragg I know more than one business owner who feels overwhelmed trying to be an expert at everything: operations, HR, financials, marketing, technology, and sales. The fact is, whether they’re an expert or not, they’re responsible for everything, all while keeping their clients happy. When juggling these different roles, business owners […]
The True Cost of a Data Breach

by IT Director Luke Bragg * The figures presented below come from Cost of a Data Breach Report 2022, an annual analysis of data breaches conducted by the Ponemon Institute and published by IBM Security. The last thing anyone wants to imagine is a data breach happening to their company, but it’s getting to be […]
Meet Windows 11: Your Next OS

After its first release in October 2021, Windows 11—Microsoft’s newest major release—is starting to gain traction. Most new machines come with it pre-installed so you may already be running Windows 10 and 11 side-by-side in your organization. Is it time to update your business’ operating system (OS) from Windows 10? Let’s break down some of […]
Preparation and Recovery: Working Through Hurricane Ian

An Interview with Senior Project Manager Eric Dischert AT: Hurricane Ian has been rough for many. Last week’s landfall in Florida affected some of our clients there. How did we work with them to help prepare? ED: First off, our thoughts and prayers go out to those affected by this terrible storm! We manage IT […]
SoPhishTicated Attack: An Analysis

By Founding Principal Mark Ian Anderson In July, one of our general business inboxes received the email below. Initial review gave the recipient some pause, but there was enough legitimacy to prompt further investigation. Here’s a breakdown of what I looked at and the conclusion I came to. First, let’s review some items in this […]
Accountability Through Automation: An Interview with IT Director Luke Bragg (Part 2)

By Client Success Manager Ryenn Gaebler How do businesses rise to the top in an ever-evolving global economy? A growth mindset combined with the right tools is the first step to developing a business that will stand out in the marketplace. But what part does technology play in business growth and scalability? I talked with […]
Compliance, Automation, and More: An Interview with IT Director Luke Bragg

By Client Success Manager Ryenn Gaebler With giant data breaches perpetually in the news, it can be overwhelming to sift through cybersecurity information and updates. Once you think you’re caught up on the latest threats, a dozen more appear. I wanted to learn more about the IT issues our clients are facing in the current […]
Updated for 2022! Our Most Popular Ebook

Is your business one click away from disaster? When it comes to cybersecurity, your defenses are only as good as your employees. Even a well-meaning click could provide network access to cybercriminals. What can you do about it? At Anderson Technologies, we know the importance of employee training as a vital part of your business […]
MFA – An Extra Layer of Digital Protection [Updated for 2022]

What do logging into Netflix from a new device, updating your PayPal account information, answering questions about your first car before accessing your iTunes account, and withdrawing money at an ATM all have in common? Authentication! The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) creates guidelines for passwords and the software that requires them, which […]
What Is Your Data Worth?

Is your undivided attention worth the price of a movie ticket? Is the convenience of a mobile app worth the information and behavior it tracks? Technology is more reliant on data than it’s ever been. Whether it is gathered through surveys or automated tracking, data drives business and technology. If huge chunks of data can […]