CALL US: 216-397-4080  | CLIENT HELP DESK: 216-539-3686

Ransomware Targets Private Equity

Ransomware Targets Private Equity I’ve received two press releases this week from a private equity client regarding recent acquisitions on which we provided technology due diligence. The releases reminded me of recent conversations we’ve had with that firm and a few others surrounding PR on new deals.  My friend Doug, who’s spent many years in […]

Ashton Provides Technology Consulting for Edgewater Capital Partners’ Acquisition of AmeriWater

Ashton Provides Technology Consulting for Edgewater Capital Partners’ Acquisition of AmeriWater Ashton is proud to have provided technology support to Edgewater Capital Partners through its acquisition of AmeriWater. Based in Dayton, OH, AmeriWater  provides design, manufacture, installation, and supply of water purification systems for the healthcare sector. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Edgewater Capital Partners is […]

Will Your Insurance Carrier Require Multi-Factor Authentication for Cyber Insurance?

Will Your Insurance Carrier Require Multi-Factor Authentication for Cyber Insurance? Are you getting ready to renew your cyber liability insurance policy?  Maybe you’re looking to increase your limits due to the continued increase in attacks and the cost of those attacks.  Or maybe you’re finally getting around to applying for coverage for the first time. […]

What to Do If Your Network is Hijacked by Ransomware

What to Do If Your Network is Hijacked by Ransomware It’s one thing to avoid ransomware entirely, but what does a business do when it’s already within its walls? Today we are going to discuss how your business can recover from a ransomware attack, as well as measures and solutions you can implement to ensure […]

Ashton Technology Solutions Again Ranked Among Most Elite 501 Managed Service Providers

Ashton Technology Solutions Ranked Among Most Elite 501 Managed Service Providers Annual MSP 501 Identifies Best-in-Class Global MSP Businesses & Leading Trends in Managed Services   JULY 7, 2021: Ashton Technology Solutions has been named as one of the world’s premier managed service providers in the prestigious 2021 Channel Futures MSP 501 rankings.   Ashton […]

Stolen Laptops and The Associated Costs

Stolen Laptops and The Associated Costs According to Gartner, a laptop is stolen every 53 seconds.  Another research study claims that 1 of every 10 laptops will be stolen during its lifespan.  In this era of data breaches, not only should users be concerned about loss of data due to a stolen device, but the […]

Four Ways to Boost Staff Efficiency

Four Ways to Boost Staff Efficiency Technology enables businesses to work remotely, collaborate more efficiently, and manage their time more effectively. But to achieve these benefits, you need to implement technologies that align with your business’s needs. Here are some things to consider. Change office communication To increase teamwork and productivity, set up instant messaging […]

How to Mitigate Microsoft 365 Security Risks

How to Mitigate Microsoft 365 Security Risks Microsoft 365 has transformed the way many organizations work by enhancing workflows, collaboration, and efficiency. But like other cloud-based solutions, this line of subscription services is not immune to security risks. As a matter of fact, email is the number one source for ransomware attacks. Here’s what your […]

Strong Backup Practices Are as Easy as Counting to Three

Strong Backup Practices Are as Easy as Counting to Three Individuals are increasingly understanding the value of their data, and that is a good thing. Unfortunately, a lot of small and medium-sized businesses are operating today without any type of data backup protecting their business’ data, and that, of course, is bad. It is important […]

How To Write A Good IT RFP

Wiriting a Good Technology RFP

How To Write A Good IT RFP As a managed IT services provider and technology partner, we here at Ashton Technology Solutions respond to a variety of RFPs (Requests for Proposal) seeking technology services and solutions.  Generally speaking, these RFPs come from non-profits or public entities which have specific requirements stating that their service needs […]