Understanding ISO 27001-2013 and Cyber Essentials Plus: A Comparative Study

As a business leader, understanding the benefits of partnering with a great Managed Service Provider (MSP) can be a game-changer for your business. In this latest blog post from Aabyss, we examine in depth the advantages of having a great MSP by your side.

In the current business landscape, data is more than just power. It's the fuel that drives business decisions, innovations, and strategies. However, many businesses struggle to manage the vast amounts of data they hold, which is where data management comes in. Data management is the process of collecting, storing, and analysing data most efficiently. This helps businesses like yours make informed decisions, optimise operations, and gain valuable insights. This blog will explore the consequences of improper data management and discuss how businesses can overcome these challenges.

Digital transformation is a hot topic in today's business landscape. Companies striving to remain competitive and relevant often embark on digital transformation initiatives. However, there are several things that could be improved surrounding this complex process. In this blog, we'll address some of the top misconceptions about digital transformation.

When preparing a budget for your business, it's crucial to remember that technology costs are more than just operational expenses. They should be seen as an investment that can lead your organisation towards unparalleled productivity, growth, and profitability. The process of budgeting for technology shouldn't be limited to just numbers and spreadsheets. Instead, it should focus on shaping the future of your business and taking advantage of innovative technologies to transform the way you operate, interact with customers, and stay ahead of the competition. In this blog, we'll delve into how smart technology spending, combined with the right choices, can drive your business's digital transformation. Let's get started.

As a business owner, you may need to choose between relying on your in-house IT staff or outsourcing technology management to an IT service provider. There is, however, a third option: co-managed IT. This approach combines the advantages and convenience of in-house IT with competent, specialised support from outsourced specialists.

Improving the experience for your customers is a priority for any business. Are you aware how large a part your own infrastructure plays in this? Transforming your IT will transform your customer's business also. In this months guide we take a deep dive into the world of digital transformations.

In many industries, there are seasonal spikes in business around specific times. For example, Accounting firms, though busy all year, generally see a spike in business around the time of the self-assessment deadline, etc., the retail and e-commerce industry sees a boom around the Christmas period, and so on. During such peak times, it is common practice in the industry to employ part-time staff to meet the immediate resource needs. While this works well in terms of costs and for handling additional work/client inflow, this poses a few challenges from the IT perspective. In this blog, we explore those challenges so you know what to watch out for before bringing part-time staff on board.

Workplaces today have changed. They extend beyond the working hours, beyond the office and crucially beyond the hardware which is wholly owned and operated by the company. Whether you are commuting to work or even on annual leave, chances are you or your employees take a break from the break to reply to those important emails that require ‘immediate action’.

A business continuity plan is the blueprint you need during an emergency to keep your business running smoothly. If you don’t already have one, here are 3 key reasons why you should focus on creating one ASAP.