We live in a world of contradictions. Some people will disagree with facts and cry out ‘FAKE NEWS!’ but they’ll believe actual fake news.At Pensar, we know it can be hard to separate the facts from the falsehoods, but luckily in the world of IT security news, ...
8 things you need for an effective data migration
As a small business owner, you’re always looking for ways to disrupt your industry – whether that be through innovative products, stand out services or even new technology. But is technology disrupting you? Many businesses don’t realise that they may face disruption at the hands of their ...
4 reasons why data protection matters for growing small businesses
Every small business has big data. ‘Data becomes big when you can’t use Excel anymore’ says Gael Decoudu, ‘When you’re trying to merge several sources together and connect it all together to make sense, that’s when data becomes big.’And if your business is growing, your ...
Why outsourced IT support is right for your business
You’ve spent years developing and growing your small business, so letting go and letting someone else take the reigns on something (like your IT support) is a challenge. We get it. But here’s why you should do it anyway. In-house IT support equals unnecessary spendingOutsourcing ...
5 essential bits of IT advice for small businesses
When you’re a growing SMB (small-to-medium sized business) you want technology to help you move faster, not hold you back. Here are 5 essential bits of advice to help you turn your IT from a drag to a boost. 1. Prioritise security and backup‘Security and back-up’ is a ...
How proactive IT management keeps your business on its feet
‘Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee – his hands can’t hit what his eyes can’t see’Muhammad Ali, 1974There’s a reason Muhammad Ali was one of the greatest boxers of all time. He possessed a grace and speed that allowed him to avoid most hits ...
4 important things that get forgotten about in office relocations
Everybody knows that office relocations are stressful, and even the best-laid plans often go awry or miss a crucial step. Everybody also knows that, in the process moving offices, you must remember to notify your suppliers and tell your clients you’ve moved.But what about the other things ...
How to securely save and send large files
We’ve all experienced the painfully long upload wait when trying to send email attachments, only to receive the eventual error message because the file is too big. Here are some alternative ways to securely save and send large files.If you need to send big PowerPoint files, HD ...
The essential office relocation checklist for IT departments
Office relocations are never simple. There are so many issues that need dealing with that it’s not surprising if you let a couple of things slide.But IT is one area of business where you can’t afford any error in relocating. You’ll want to make sure ...
How to develop an IT transformation strategy in 6 steps
Many expanding businesses are now looking to transform their technology to bolster growth. Here’s how to develop an IT transformation strategy in 6 steps. There’s more to IT than just management and maintenance, especially for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). According to Deloitte’s latest tech trend ...
IT application upgrade checklist for growing companies
Over the last few years, has your business grown, or are you looking to expand and develop? If it’s underway or on the cards, you’ll need to ensure that your IT solutions are future-proofed, effective and can support any further growth, or expansion.The first piece of ...
Ask an expert: what’s the best browser for business?
For decades now the internet has increasingly dominated our personal and professional lives. Indeed, there are over 3.7 billion people using the internet as of this year – that’s nearly half the global population.It’s been a vital tool for businesses since its release to the public almost 26 years ...
15 best (and most reliable) sources of IT security news