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Stan Ferguson-Smith

Why strong passwords matter for your business in 2026

Why a strong password matters Weak or reused passwords remain one of easiest ways that security breaches happen for small and medium sized businesses. With the advance in processing power and AI Cybercriminals have automated tools at their disposal allowing simple passwords to be cracked in seconds. One of the quickest and least expensive ways

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Security
Stan Ferguson-Smith

Human Error: The #1 Cause of Data Loss in Organisations (Not Hackers)

Only human… When most people think of data loss they are instantly drawn to either hackers hiding in the shadows such as Lisbeth Salander from Girl with the Dragon Tattoo or a hardware failure. But the reality might just surprise you: Human error is still the leading cause of data breaches; not sophisticated cyberattacks, not

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Updates
Stan Ferguson-Smith

M365 – August Changes

Microsoft 365 Updates – August 2025 The August update for M365 contains 25+ changes to the product suite, from new features, retirements and functionality changes. Some of which may cause disruptions to your organisation if you are relying on them. Highlights Microsoft Places Admin Center: New portal for managing buildings, rooms, and desks. Outlook Drag

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Updates
Stan Ferguson-Smith

Microsoft Sponsorship Changes

Microsoft Nonprofit Sponsorship Update – What You Need to Know in 2025 As of July 2025, Microsoft has introduced important changes to its nonprofit licensing and sponsorship program. These updates may affect how your organization accesses Microsoft 365 services, so it’s essential to understand what’s changing and how to prepare. What’s Changing? Microsoft is streamlining

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