In 2017, BT announced that they will be phasing out the old analogue phone network (the public switched telephone network or PSTN) and moving to a fully digital network.  This means that the PSTN (or ISDN) service will be stopped by November 2025, when BT will have moved all existing users of the analogue network […]

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, so we’ve rounded up some of the most common cyber threats that businesses face in 2023, from ransomware and phishing to supply chain attacks. We’ve included some practical tips and best practices to help you fortify your defences, but if you’re not sure your cyber security strategy is watertight, don’t […]

Safely backing up data is an essential part of any organisation’s IT infrastructure: it protects critical data from loss, theft, or damage in the event of an unplanned disaster such as cyberattack, fire or flood. Losing data can have serious repercussions for a business of any size: here’s why backing up your data is so […]

Cloud storage has become increasingly popular in recent years as an affordable, flexible file sharing and storage option for businesses of all shapes and sizes. Storing files in the cloud allows employees to access files from anywhere and collaborate on projects without the need to create multiple versions of the same file. It’s an option […]

Collaborative working from anywhere It’s no secret that collaborative working brings your team closer together, enables them to work more efficiently and makes for easier problem solving. There are lots of collaborative working tools out there that allow remote or hybrid working teams (or teams split across multiple locations) to share files, work together on […]

What is Azure Virtual Desktop? Azure Virtual Desktop is a desktop and app virtualisation service that runs on the cloud, allowing users to use virtual desktops and remote apps securely. Here’s what you can do when you run Azure Virtual Desktop on Azure: • Set up a multi-session Windows 11 or Windows 10 deployment that […]

Here’s why offsite backups are essential for your business. Almost all businesses will store sensitive data as part of their day-to-day operations, from business critical financial data to customer information. While every sector will have its own regulations for how data must be stored, all businesses need to ensure that this data is properly protected: […]

The best way to minimise disruption to your business when disaster strikes is to have a tried and tested disaster recovery plan. There are a number of unexpected incidents that can threaten your business security, from human error to natural disasters and cyber attacks. While we hope your business never needs to face these challenges, […]

Looking to simplify your phone systems, increase productivity and save costs? We can help. We work with VOIP phone systems (Voice over Internet Protocol). VoIP phone systems use your internet connection to make calls, rather than a traditional landline. There are lots of advantages in switching to VOIP if you’re currently using a landline. VoIP […]

Working in the cloud has many advantages: users can work from anywhere, collaborate easily, and you save costs on expensive equipment. We’ve helped hundreds of businesses increase efficiency and save money by migrating their systems to the cloud. It’s a great way of working – but it’s also essential that your online security keeps pace. […]