The Best Practices for Event Logging

      • The Best Practices for Event Logging

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      • Donna Aplin

      Today’s businesses are no stranger to the word cybersecurity. They are facing a growing wave of cyberattacks. These come from ransomware to sophisticated phishing schemes. How do you stand ahead of these threats? A strong cybersecurity strategy is essential. One crucial component of this strategy is event logging. It’s one that not every business owner is aware of.

      • How AI is Helping Small Businesses

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      • Donna Aplin

      Artificial Intelligence is no longer a technology reserved for companies with big budgets. Today, small businesses can access AI tools that help in several ways. Such as streamlining operations, improving customer experiences, and boosting profits. 

      The rise of affordable AI solutions has opened the door for small businesses. They can leverage these powerful technologies without spending a fortune. This post will explore seven great examples of how to use AI to succeed in a competitive market.

      • What is Windows 10 End of Life?  

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      • Jason Francis

      What is Windows 10 End of Life?  And why does it matter to my business?  Well, Microsoft Windows 10 will be the grand old age of 10 on July 15th 2025 (it was launched on July 15th 2015).  Microsoft have kept the Operating System alive that was meant to be the final ever release of Windows for ten whole years!  They haven’t quite kept their promise of it being the final ever release, but they have kept it running (and running well in our opinion) for a good chunk of time.  However, shortly after it’s tenth birthday, they will stop supporting the Operating System and only Windows 11 will be available with support (and updates).  

      • The CrowdStrike Incident: A Global IT Outage Explained

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      • Donna Aplin

      Was the CrowdStrike Incident the largest ever Global IT Outage?

      The scale of effects of the disruption caused make this event, which began on 18 July (according to Microsoft) or 19 July (according to CrowdStrike), makes it the worst cyber event in history, beating the WannaCry cyber-attack in 2017 where 300,000 computers in 150 countries were affected.  The CrowdStrike issue apparently affected 8.5 million global computers – totally dwarfing WannaCry, presuming that the numbers being quoted by the relevant bodies are accurate.

      • Is MFA the perfect security solution

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      • Matthew James
      Is MFA the perfect security solution? No. So MFA can be beaten? Yes it can

      • Is Your Business Losing Money Because Employees Can’t Use Tech?

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      • Donna Aplin

      Shiny new tech can be exciting! It promises increased efficiency, happier employees, and a competitive edge. It’s also necessary to stay competitive in today’s technology-driven business world.

      But that promise can turn into a financial nightmare if you neglect two important things. These are employee training and change management. You can end up losing money simply because employees can’t use their technology.

      • Shortcut key your way to a tidy mailbox and task list

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      • Matthew James

      The email inbox, either it is your place of zen and an aid to you getting your work done, or it is a distracting mire of half finished conversations, adhoc “to dos” and interuptions, and this can escalate to a point at which that simple email folder can be your most hated work location.How can you change your attitude about your inbox from the latter to the former?

      • ESP Projects Renews ISO Accreditations

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      • ESP Projects

      Since 2018, ESP Projects have been working heavily on our commitment to ISO (and other) accreditations, to show our commitment to our customers (and potential customers) to deliver Secure, Quality & Safe IT Services to our customers. Today, ESP renewed our ISO 27001 (Security), ISO 9001 (Quality) & ISO 45001 (Health and Safety) accreditations. Our Senior Leadership Team are delighted with this and the opportunities that this continues to provide for the business.  

      • Reducing Cloud Waste in Your Business

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      • Donna Aplin

      Cloud computing has revolutionised the way businesses operate. It offers scalability, flexibility, and cost-efficiency. But cloud services also come with a downside: cloud waste.

      Cloud waste is the unnecessary spending of resources and money on cloud services. These services are often not fully utilised or optimised. About 32% of cloud spending is wasted. This can lead to budget concerns as spending skyrockets.

      • Learn the Newest Microsoft Edge Features

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      • Donna Aplin

      Microsoft Edge continues to redefine user experiences. This is due to Microsoft’s commitment to innovation. The latest updates bring a host of features. These are designed to enhance productivity, security, and browsing satisfaction.

      Chrome may have been number one for years. But Edge has been steadily gaining popularity. It is now the third most popular browser worldwide. Overtaking Firefox a while back, it’s now just behind Chrome (1) and Safari (2).

      • Causes Behind a Sluggish Computer

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      • Sam Dack

      Insights from an IT Company….

      Working here at ESP Projects as a helpdesk engineer for the past 2 and a half years has led me to realise the causes and frustrations of a slow computer. I aim to point out some of the main causes behind a slow device and to shed some light on why they may deteriorate over time and leave you with a sluggish device. Taking proper care and necessary precautions is vital to prolong the life of a device.

      • Addressing the Dangers of Browser Extensions

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      • Donna Aplin

      Browser extensions have become as common as mobile apps. People tend to download many and use few. There are over 176,000 browser extensions available on Google Chrome alone. These extensions offer users extra functionalities and customisation options.

      • How a Data Breach Can Cost Your Business?

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      • Donna Aplin

      In the digital age, data is the lifeblood of businesses. It fuels operations, decision-making, and customer interactions. But there is a dark underbelly of this data-centric landscape. It’s the persistent threat of data breaches.

      The repercussions of a data breach extend far beyond the immediate aftermath. They often haunt businesses for years. Only 51% of data breach costs occur within the first year of an incident. The other 49% happen in year two and beyond.

      • Workforce Technology Modernisation

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      • Donna Aplin

      Technology plays a pivotal role in driving efficiency, productivity, and competitiveness. For small businesses, workforce technology modernisation is both an opportunity and a challenge.

      Embracing modern technology can empower small businesses. It can help them thrive in a digital era. Yet many of them don’t keep up with modernisation. For example, over 30% of small businesses haven’t upgraded systems in 4+ years.

      • How Copilot can boost your productivity.

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      • Donna Aplin

      What can you use Copilot for? Copilot for Microsoft 365 is an AI-powered productivity tool that works alongside popular Microsoft 365 apps such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and more. It offers AI-powered chat, creative collaboration, and complex task solutions in one place. You can use Copilot to:

      • Email DNS Records…  

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      • Jason Francis

      What is DMARC, What is DKIM and What is SPF?  

      What is DMARC, What is DKIM & What is SPF? DMARC, DKIM and SPF are public records that help the world to know that emails being sent from your organisation are real.  When properly implemented and widely adopted, they will vastly reduce the amount of unsolicited or spam email that gets delivered to email-boxes.