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Preparing for the Future: IT Strategy and Forecasting
As technology continues to evolve at breakneck speed, a robust IT strategy and accurate forecasting have become essential. This is especially true in South Africa, where businesses are competing in an increasingly digital marketplace. Here at iSite Computers, we're...
Microsoft 365 Solution for Legal: Everything Your Law Firm Needs to Know
The Microsoft 365 Solution for Legal is a cloud-based platform specifically designed for legal firms, integrating a suite of applications to facilitate seamless communication, collaboration, data management, and compliance. It's an all-in-one solution that has...
Cloud Computing for Law Firms: Safety Measures and Benefits
In the modern world, technology is an indispensable component in almost every sector, and the legal industry is no exception. From managing client data to scheduling court dates, technology plays a pivotal role in streamlining operations for law firms. Among the...
Best Practices for Data Protection in Law Firms
As a law firm operating in South Africa, you are the custodian of sensitive information. Whether it’s client data, case files, or legal documents, the confidentiality and integrity of this data are paramount. In an era where cyber threats such as ransomware are...
Protecting Your Law Firm’s Email from Phishing Attacks: Essential Tips and Best Practices
Law firms are increasingly becoming targets for cyberattacks, with phishing attacks being one of the most prevalent threats. Phishing attacks can compromise the security of your law firm's sensitive data, client information, and overall reputation. To safeguard your...
Ransomware Protection Strategies for Law Firms
Ransomware poses a growing threat to organisations globally – and the legal sector is far from immune. In fact, the sensitive and valuable nature of the data held by law firms makes them a desirable target. With this rising threat, it's imperative for firms to...
Are Your Business Backups Immutable?
As South African businesses increasingly rely on digital data and processes, the need to safeguard your critical information has never been more essential. Regardless of IT complexity, understanding the significance of data protection is crucial for businesses of all...
7 Cybersecurity Threats South African Lawyers Need to Know About
As a law firm, you deal with highly sensitive client information on a daily basis. It’s thus imperative to protect this information from cyber threats. However, cybersecurity is obviously a daunting subject for businesses outside the IT field. In this post, we...
Employee Devices in the Workplace: Consider These Options for Productivity and IT Policy
As a small business owner or manager, it's essential to have a clear understanding of the various device policies you can implement in your workplace. With the rise of remote work and the increasing reliance on technology, ensure your employees have the tools they...
Worried You’ve Chosen a Bad Web Hosting Company? Red Flags of a Subpar Provider
Despite the promises, flashy ads, and pretty websites, not all web hosting companies are as they seem. Over the years, we’ve personally heard countless horror stories from small businesses struggling with their web host. Fortunately, there are some warning signs of...
Consider These Factors When Choosing a VoIP Provider for Your Small Business in SA
Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) is a communication technology that enables voice calls and virtual conferencing over an internet connection. It has become a popular choice for businesses, big and small, for its cost-effectiveness and improved communication...
Today is Safer Internet Day. Here are 7 Tips to Keep Your Small Business Safe Online #SID2023
Safer Internet Day is a global event that promotes the safe and responsible use of the internet. It has been observed annually for 20 years now, highlighting the dangers of what lurks online, and the importance of implementing active protection and awareness...
Security Best Practices for Your Office Wi-Fi Network (2023)
Are you in charge of managing the Wi-Fi network in your workplace? As we move into 2023, it's important for South African businesses to stay up to date with cybersecurity best practices. The growth and development of technology continue at an ever-faster pace,...
Why Hire a Microsoft Partner for Your Small Business IT
Finding an IT support and services partner that can meet your business needs while staying on top of the latest technology trends can be a tough task - especially if you don’t know where to start. Fortunately, one option popular for small to medium-sized businesses...
How Microsoft 365 Supports Remote Work in Small Businesses
Remote work brings its own challenges, from collaboration and communication to cybersecurity, device management and more. Small businesses in particular struggle with this due to a lack of resources and expertise. Microsoft 365 offers an affordable solution...
Why Traditional Email Hosting via a Shared Hosting Platform is a BAD Idea
Many businesses in South Africa choose a shared web hosting platform/package for their website. Popular local providers include Afrihost, Xneelo, Domains, Mweb, or 1-Grid. Many shared packages by such providers include traditional email hosting at no extra cost. It’s...
Load Shedding and Your Business: Actionable Tips to Mitigate Downtime
It’s official – 2022 has been the hardest year of load shedding in South Africa to date. Unsurprisingly, this has a massive impact on the economy and makes it even harder for small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) to keep the lights on. Analysts from Absa estimate...
Microsoft 365: What is MS SharePoint? 5 Use Cases for Small Business
Microsoft SharePoint is a business software available via Microsoft 365. It is used primarily as a management and knowledgebase system, that also enables companies to easily share files and communicate both within and outside the company. In this article aimed at...
Cybersecurity In The Workplace: Three Fundamentals You Need to Know
October is marked globally by various countries and organisations as Cybersecurity Awareness Month. The overarching theme for 2022 is “See Yourself In Cyber.” At iSite Computers, we’ve dedicated this month to publishing a four-part series aimed at creating awareness...
Cybersecurity In the Home: Quick Ways to Keep Your Family Secure
October is marked globally by various countries and organisations as Cybersecurity Awareness Month. The overarching theme for 2022 is “See Yourself In Cyber.” At iSite Computers, we’ve dedicated this month to publishing a four-part series aimed at creating awareness...
Operational Downtime
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IT Infrastructure
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IT Forecasting
Difficulty in deciding on the right technology solutions for your business.
Virus Protection
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Inefficient IT Vendors
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Data Backup
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