Office 365 is becoming Microsoft 365If you already subscribe to Office 365, don’t worry, you don’t need to do a thing. Your product services, apps and features will stay the same, along with the price. The subscription name will update automatically and, for Pensar clients, will be reflected in the ...
Are Macs really immune to viruses?
Many people think that Apple devices – like iPhones and Macs – are immune to malware. But are they really? The answer, unfortunately, is no. So why do so many people hold this common misconception? Let’s break it down. Understanding why PCs get virusesViruses are always written for ...
Download our IT Risk Register template to start your data protection
What is the risk?The recent data breach suffered by currency exchange giant Travelex will have sent shivers down the spines of IT data managers the world over, as hackers claiming to have downloaded 5GB of sensitive information demanded nearly £5m payment for its return. The fallout from the ...
The ultimate guide to choosing the right business technology partner
A good business technology partner can optimise your IT systems and enable business growth, but only if you back the right horse. This is the ultimate guide to choosing the right business technology partner.Choosing a IT partner is a bit like placing a bet. After all, you are trusting ...
The essential employee exit IT security checklist
Employees will come and go in any organisation, so it helps to have an up to date, effective employee exit IT security checklist to make sure that there are no gaps in your defences after they leave. This security checklist is in addition to the standard offboarding process.When ...
Is your organisation seeing 2020?
Pensar has put together its top technology predictions for 2020. Stephen Covey popularised the phrase “begin with the end in mind”. This phrase captures the spirit of all planning processes. It is important to strategically plan your IT ahead.Get started with our top 3 technology predictions for 2020.50% of UK workforce ...
End of Life for Microsoft Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008
Notice for anyone using Microsoft Windows 7 and/or Windows Server 2008 (including 2008 R2) Operating Systems.As you may have heard, Microsoft has announced the retirement, End of Life, for Windows 7 and Server 2008 as from 14 January 2020.That means you will need to replace (or upgrade if viable) the computers in your ...
Have you checked your Office 365 Security Assessment Tool?
As part of improving security within Office 365, each customer can test their own configuration against Microsoft’s recommended standards. The assessment tool is free to use.What is Microsoft Secure Score?The assessment tool is called Microsoft Secure Score. With Microsoft Secure Score in the Microsoft 365 security centre, you ...
How outsourcing your IT support can save you money
Did you know, the average business spends almost 12 percent of their IT budget on outsourcing support? The most popularly sought-after service is IT security, with 48 percent of respondents expecting to increase the amount of security work they outsource. With more and more businesses realising the importance of digital ...
How (and why) you should align your business strategy with your IT
An effective IT strategy is extremely beneficial to your creative agency. It is essential to achieve, maintain and support a successful business strategy. But still, so many business owners neglect it and forget to align it with their broader business plans. Here’s some information on why you may ...
The difference between Backup and Business Continuity
Data protection solutions are essential for businesses of all sizes to implement, regardless of size, industry and geographic location. Thinking about data backup is a good first step.Business continuity is equally important to consider as it ensures your organisation is able to get back up and running in ...
What is a vCIO and why does your small business need one?
IT is a vital component to small business growth. Yet, not all businesses can afford to hire an internal IT department. That’s why the average business spends almost 12 percent of their IT budget outsourcing support.When you outsource, you gain the wisdom and insight of those who live ...
Office 365 is now Microsoft 365