entrust IT Blog | Liam Hearne

Your Guide to Cloud CCTV (+FREE 90-Day Cloud CCTV Trial)

Did you know that businesses with cloud-based CCTV systems experience up to 50% fewer security incidents than those relying on traditional setups? Let's explore how cloud technology enhances surveillance capabilities, providing unparalleled access, storage, and scalability. Discover the advantages of real-time monitoring, easy integration with existing cameras, and the peace of mind that comes with cutting-edge security solutions. entrust IT is currently offering a 90-day, no-strings-attached Cloud CCTV Pilot. There is no need to change your cameras—use our system and experience the future of CCTV. Don't like it? No problem, we'll remove it at no charge. Please call 0330 002 0045 to learn more.

How to Get the Most Out of Your Microsoft Teams

The onset of COVID-19 transformed online communication from a convenience into an essential lifeline. Thus, the race to dominate the realm of virtual collaboration commenced. Amidst the flurry of options, Microsoft Teams emerged victorious, securing a staggering 1.4 billion monthly users by 2023. Chances are, you're among this massive user count, relying on Teams as your primary tool for communication and collaboration with colleagues.

New Year, New Support - Your IT Support Review Guide

Did you know that the average employee spends 22 minutes a day dealing with IT-related Issues? Do you have 100 employees? That’s 42 hours a day, 210 hours a week and around 840 hours a month wasted. Throughout our 17 years of experience, we’ve heard one thing the most, people just want their IT to work, a simple request, that most businesses are still striving for.

The Worst Passwords of 2023... Why is Cyber Hygiene So Bad?

Those that follow our blog know, this is something we enjoy (and cringe at) doing each year. The true strength of passwords has always been overestimated. Unfortunately, passwords are becoming an increasingly significant point of weakness for personal and business security and it's no surprise considering this year's most popular (and worst) password of 2023 is... *sigh*... "123456".

Game-Changing Solutions Businesses Are Adopting in 2024

Worldwide IT spending is projected to total £4.45 trillion in 2024, an increase of 5.1% from 2023! For business owners who want their organisation to be as productive, protected and successful as it can be technology is an unavoidable asset. Fortunately, ambitious business owners are in luck!

How to Stop Social Engineering in Your Business - A Comprehensive Guide

Despite 90% of IT and cybersecurity specialists agreeing that cyber security awareness is of the highest importance, 40% of these organisations have stated that employee awareness is low. Cyber security solutions are getting stronger and implementations of new technology like the cloud make your data safer than ever, but it seems we continue to overlook the biggest threat to our businesses out there, ourselves and our employees.

5 impacts of IT downtime you can't ignore

In the business world, IT is not given too much attention until something actually goes wrong. However, with so many businesses relying on IT to keep operations up and running, it should be clear that downtime hurts – and it hurts a lot more than you may originally think.

Have You Outgrown Your IT Provider?

We’ve seen all too often growing businesses are held back by their IT provider. At the time they may have been the perfect fit, dealing with your issues as they arise and providing you with the services you required relative to the size and goals of your company. Nevertheless, as your business grows, and for many that can happen a lot quicker than they might think, simply reacting to issues as they come up paired with no long-term planning just isn’t enough. there isn't really that much we can do These successful businesses may find that their IT provider can’t keep up with their needs and as a result negative effects, both financial and operational, start to become all too common. 49% of businesses say that outsourcing their IT functions frees up key resources to focus on their core business

A Deep Dive Into Cloud Optimisation

Over 90% of organizations have embraced cloud computing, yet merely 30% possess precise insight into the allocation of their cloud-related expenditures. However, this surge in cloud adoption has introduced a host of complexities. In this blog, we'll take a deep dive into what cloud optimisation I, how it can help

Windows Server 2012 Has Reached End-Of-Life

Windows Server 2012 has reached end-of-life. On the 10th of October 2023, windows discontinued support and updates for this operating system version. Any business still using this outdated system will no longer receive security updates, non-security updates, bug fixes, technical support, or online technical content updates.