If you run a small professional services firm, you probably rely heavily on Microsoft 365. Emails Client files Teams calls Contracts Finance software Day-to-day communication Your whole business runs through it. And here’s the simple truth: most small businesses are not as secure as they think they are. Not because anyone has done anything wrong, but because Microsoft 365 does not come secure out of the box. The tools are there; they just aren’t switched on. This guide shows

If you’re a business owner in the UK, you need to know about the CAF framework – and more importantly, why it matters when choosing your IT support provider. The Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF)  is changing how managed service providers (IT Companies) operate in the UK. If you’re working with an IT company that hasn’t mentioned CAF, you might be taking a bigger risk than you realise. What Is the CAF framework? CAF Meaning Explained CAF  stands for Cyber Assessment Framework

Managed IT Services in Lichfield Choosing a new IT support company in the West Midlands is a big decision. We get it. You’re trusting someone with the technology that keeps your business running, your data secure, and your team productive. That’s why we created our IT Kickstarter offer. 30 days free What You Get: Three Core Services, Free for 30 Days When you start with Initial IT, we give you full access to our three core service areas completely free for your first month

Halloween is great for jump scares, but in your business, the real fright is an attacker slipping into a Microsoft 365 account at 2 am. If you already use MFA, you are on the right track. By adding Conditional Access, you shut the door, bolt it, and fit a peephole. This guide explains what Conditional Access is, how it differs from MFA, the core policies UK SMEs should turn on, safe rollout steps so you do not lock staff out, and sector examples you can copy today. We will a

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