Cool Tip: Yes, It’s Possible to Import Excel Data from Screenshots

  The Velocity team is always on the lookout for tips and trends that improve productivity and efficiency when it comes to all things IT.   Velocity COO James Dwyer recently discovered a nifty feature in Excel that allows you to import data from screenshots.  When you come across a table on the web or… Continue reading Cool Tip: Yes, It’s Possible to Import Excel Data from Screenshots

Swift Action the Key to Damage Control on MGM Cyberattack

  The recent cyberattack on the MGM Grand Casino network another reminder of the growing challenges in the realm of cybersecurity and the importance of acting swiftly.   MGM international disclosed that it is dealing with a cybersecurity issue that impacted some of its systems. The Fortune 500 company, with USD14 billion in annual revenue,… Continue reading Swift Action the Key to Damage Control on MGM Cyberattack

Top Five Productivity Apps for Microsoft Teams

  We are always on the lookout for hot tips to help us, and our clients, work smarter and more efficiently. That’s why the Velocity Team is a little in love with Microsoft Teams. It’s become the go-to tool for work-from-home employees and their office colleagues to communicate with clients or team members.   We… Continue reading Top Five Productivity Apps for Microsoft Teams

There’s No Avoiding AI in Cybersecurity: Friend or Foe?

  The era of accelerated digital transformation has sparked conversations about the role of AI in securing our data and networks. While the discussion often centers around advanced generative AI tools like ChatGPT, the impact of AI on cybersecurity is far broader and more nuanced. As businesses navigate this evolving landscape, one question looms large:… Continue reading There’s No Avoiding AI in Cybersecurity: Friend or Foe?

Avoiding Sleepless Nights: Top 10 Cybersecurity and Generative AI Threats for Small Business Owners

  In an increasingly interconnected world, small business owners face a relentless challenge: safeguarding their digital assets and staying one step ahead of cyber threats.   As cybersecurity and AI continue to evolve, so do the risks that can keep entrepreneurs awake at night. We’re in tune with what other leading cyber security experts have… Continue reading Avoiding Sleepless Nights: Top 10 Cybersecurity and Generative AI Threats for Small Business Owners

The Difference Between IT Support and Managed Services

  Velocity supports businesses at every stage of growth, shining the light on all things IT. Some clients prefer just IT support whilst others rely on us as their managed IT services provider. Either way, we help clients minimize downtime and boost productivity.   What’s the difference between having IT support or managed IT services… Continue reading The Difference Between IT Support and Managed Services

266 Million Reasons Why Your Business Needs Velocity’s WhatsApp Archiving Solution

  The recent news of Wells Fargo & Co. and BNP Paribas SA facing massive fines, totaling $266 million, for employees’ improper use of unofficial communication channels like WhatsApp, personal texts, and email to conduct business has sent shockwaves through the financial industry.   These staggering penalties are a stark reminder of the urgent need… Continue reading 266 Million Reasons Why Your Business Needs Velocity’s WhatsApp Archiving Solution

What To Do When Even the Cybersecurity Experts Say: “We’re Under Attack”

  It doesn’t matter if you have the best cybersecurity software on the planet. The most recent stats around incidents cropping up for experts on the front line battling cyber security remind us that only those who take a proactive approach to firewall management can truly sleep soundly at night. For everyone else, it’s a… Continue reading What To Do When Even the Cybersecurity Experts Say: “We’re Under Attack”

Is Your Company’s Data At Risk?

In a December 2014 survey by the National Small Business Association, 61% of small businesses reported being victims of a cybercrime within the past 12 months. The average cost to recover from a cyber-attack skyrocketed from US$8,699 per attack in 2013 to US$20,752 per attack in 2014. And, of the businesses targeted, 68% said they’d… Continue reading Is Your Company’s Data At Risk?