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Tips for Evaluating Technology Tools | Ashton Solutions

Ashton Solutions — Tue, 01 Apr 2025 11:53:19 GMT

**(1) People (2) Process…then (3) Technology**

Before you even think about tools to help improve your business, first determine whether the operational bottleneck is people, process, or technology. Often, businesses use technology to mask an issue with people or process.

When It Comes to Your IT, a Little Redundancy Can Be a Good Thing

Ashton Solutions — Tue, 01 Feb 2022 09:00:23 GMT

When It Comes to Your IT, a Little Redundancy Can Be a Really Good Thing

Getting All You Can from Cloud Storage Requires Secure Usage | Ashton

Ashton Solutions — Tue, 01 Feb 2022 09:00:09 GMT

Getting All You Can from Cloud Storage Requires Secure Usage

While we’re big proponents of cloud services, including those used for data storage, it is important to point out that it isn’t just a matter of having a cloud. Whether you’re using your cloud storage as your business’ primary data storage or simply using it as a backup, part of your considerations needs to be whether or not your cloud storage remains secure.

A Christmas Message of Giving From Jim Millican | Ashton Solutions

Jim Millican — Mon, 06 Dec 2021 14:31:57 GMT

A Christmas Message of Giving, From Jim Millican

I’m writing this article on one of my favorite days of the year. It’s not one of my favorites because it’s December 3^rd or some obscure yet to be promoted holiday (think: Talk Like a Pirate Day…). Today is the day that the 3rd Battalion 25th Marine Regiment stationed in Brook Park, Ohio come to our offices to pick up our donation to the Toys for Tots program. It’s a brief 15-minute stop with pictures and good-natured fun with Corporal Brito and Sergeant Rosales before they head down the road for another pickup. But, it means more than that to me.

What Is Proactive Cybersecurity, and How Do You Implement It? | Ashton

Ashton Solutions — Mon, 01 Nov 2021 11:00:27 GMT

What Is Proactive Cybersecurity, and How Do You Implement It?

To keep cyberthreats at bay, you need proactive cybersecurity solutions in your arsenal. They identify and contain threats before they wreak havoc on your systems and cause significant productivity and financial losses. Here’s all you need to know about proactive cybersecurity and how to implement it.

Helpful Tips for Keeping Your Email Safe | Ashton Solutions

Ashton Solutions — Mon, 01 Nov 2021 11:00:20 GMT

Helpful Tips for Keeping Your Email Safe

People rely on email to do a wide array of tasks. We use it to sign up for websites, apply for jobs, make payments, get in touch with friends and family, and many more. However, email is also commonly exploited by hackers to steal information or launch malware attacks. Here are crucial steps to take to safeguard your email account.

Consider These 5 Things When Shopping for AntiVirus Protection

Ashton Solutions — Fri, 01 Oct 2021 09:00:13 GMT

Consider These Five Things When Shopping for AntiVirus Protection

The first thing to consider is that “anti-virus” is no longer what you need. You should be looking for advanced endpoint protection, which looks for not only defined viruses but questionable activities, as well.

How to strengthen your BYOD Security | Ashton Solutions

Ashton Solutions — Wed, 01 Sep 2021 15:51:09 GMT

How to strengthen your BYOD security

Many businesses are adopting bring your own device (BYOD) policies as more employees work from home. The problem is, if you’re not careful, BYOD can expose your company to major cybersecurity risks, including the following.

Don’t Let Your Small Business Fall Prey to These Common Security Risks

Ashton Solutions — Wed, 01 Sep 2021 15:49:42 GMT

Don’t Let Your Small Business Fall Prey to These Common Security Risks

Data breaches are an unfortunate reality that businesses have to contend with, but small businesses often do not give them the consideration that they deserve. It is critical that you consider security challenges and take these risks seriously. Let’s examine how you can overcome some of the many challenges that small businesses have with cybersecurity.

Don’t Be A Victim of Watering Hole Attacks | Ashton Solutions

Ashton Solutions — Mon, 02 Aug 2021 09:20:14 GMT

Don’t Be A Victim of Watering Hole Attacks

With cybercriminals continuously developing new ways to infiltrate networks and steal user data, it is more crucial than ever to stay one step ahead of these perpetrators. Protect yourself from one of the most common methods that cybercriminals use to inject malware into computers: watering hole attacks.