Shoal IT Solutions
Managed IT Services London
Last month we discussed how to better manage IT vulnerabilities at the office to make sure your business continues to function well but what about IT risks at home? Smart homes Being able to control your home’s key functions such as heating, lights and door mechanisms can be extremely convenient, however as all these apps …
October is here and autumn seems to be upon us… as soon will Halloween! Whilst we don’t want to alarm, cyber security remains front and centre of the agenda as these reports from the BBC and SkyNews continue to highlight. We therefore make no apology for focusing on some further hints to help protect yourself. …
Whilst we sweltered in June, July has seen unseasonably cold and wet weather. However, the heatwave in the Mediterranean did get us thinking about what can be an all-too-common problem with your devices, overheating. Fire risk At some point, you may well have experienced your mobile device or laptop getting hot but is this a …
The weather has been glorious for the last few weeks and with school holidays starting soon, you might well be dusting off your suitcases for a trip abroad. This month we thought it would be timely to remind you of good practice whilst away from home to keep you and your IT equipment safe. Stay …
Previously, we have provided numerous tips on getting your IT infrastructure fit for purpose, staying cyber secure and implementing policies to maintain business continuity. In this issue we take a look at accessing the right IT support for your individual needs. Right-sized support Whatever the size of your team, efficient and well-functioning IT infrastructure is …
As we continue to face high costs and a tight labour market, we take a look at how your technology might be able to help you do more with less. Efficient working Following the pandemic’s forced shift to remote working, for many this has become a permanent change to their working lives. However, many firms …
This month we continue to build on our recent theme of implementing the right policies and procedures to help your IT to do what you need it to, when you need it. Get your BCDR policy right In previous newsletters we have looked at formulating and implementing a BCDR policy. However, given the ever present …
Following the password hygiene tips we provided in our most recent newsletters, we thought we would take a look at “spring cleaning” your IT processes to make sure you are getting what you need – when you need it – from your infrastructure. Reshaping your IT Our IT is so deeply embedded in our everyday …
We hope your year is getting off to a good start and, whilst the weather may be wintry, at least the days are getting longer! In this month’s newsletter we focus on how you can add an additional layer of security to your operations, especially after recent high profile hacks. Multifactor authentication Last month we …
2023 is here and many see the new year as an opportunity to turn over a new leaf and implement new behaviours. Whilst you really can do this any time of year, we would urge you to take stock of your IT infrastructure and think about some changes you can make to ensure it’s doing …
As 2022 draws to a close, this month’s newsletter focuses on dark web monitoring via Trillion and password security. (You’ll need to be a Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy fan to understand the relevance of this month’s title!) Dark web monitoring You have probably heard of the dark web (that bit of the internet only …
