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In a world where the "ding" of your phone or the buzz of an email never stops, it's hard to imagine a moment without tech. But this National Day of Unplugging (March 7th), we’re asking you to try something different—disconnect and give your brain a break! Whether it’s for an hour or a day, unplugging is a simple but powerful way to reset. And while you’re taking that well-deserved pause, Crimson IT has your back, making sure your IT and cybersecurity are locked down and secure.

Tech issues have a knack for appearing at the worst possible moment—right before a big presentation, in the middle of an important email, or just when you finally hit your workflow stride. When that happens, the IT helpdesk is your go-to resource. But did you know that a few simple best practices can speed up the troubleshooting process and get you back on track faster?

You may have heard it, but does anyone really know what it means? Zero Trust Data Security is a big buzzword in the cybersecurity community, but it’s often misunderstood. Today, we dive into one of the latest (and long overdue) trends in business data security. Implementing a zero trust data security policy will not only defend your organization against the ever-evolving world of digital threats, but also give you peace of mind in knowing that you’re safe and secure. So, get comfortable, this one’s for you.

New Year’s resolutions may have already been forgotten, but here’s one worth sticking to: taking better care of your digital security. Just like we lock our doors to protect our homes, securing our digital profiles is just as important. February 1st marks Change Your Password Day, a perfect reminder to strengthen your online security. Weak passwords remain a top cause of data breaches, and regular updates are key to protecting both your personal and professional information.

As a managed security service provider, we take your privacy very seriously. To better protect your information we have updated the terms of our Privacy Policy. This notice explains our online information standards and best practices and the choices you can make about the way your information is collected and used. 

At this point, we all know that regular credit score monitoring is critical to keeping our finances safe and healthy. Suppose you’ve ever been unfortunate enough to be the subject of credit card fraud. In that case, you’re likely familiar with all of the tools that can be used to erase this fraudulent activity from credit bureau reporting (EquifaxExperian and TransUnion). But, what about when your personal information is compromised and a scammer tries to open a bank account in your name?

You’ve heard it thousands of times, but does anyone really know what it means? The dark web is a hidden part of the Internet that’s not accessible through traditional web browsers or search engines. To be clear, there are many parts of the Internet that are similarly hidden. We call this the “deep web”, which you probably access daily, knowingly or otherwise. Common items found on the deep web are the contents of your email account or things that are similarly password-protected. If we were to put every ounce of internet content ever created into a bucket, the deep web would be a sweeping majority. 

The evolution of it support

The world of information technology (IT) has seen a rapid evolution over the past few decades. It has gone from being a peripheral business function to a central component of modern businesses. As we've transitioned into the digital era, the focus on IT support, cybersecurity, cloud computing, IT infrastructure, and managed IT services has grown exponentially. Let's take a journey through time to understand the evolution of IT support and what it means for businesses today.

  • “Crimson IT has been instrumental in helping us streamline our IT needs — from day-to-day management to more careful planning. They understand the complexities of large organizations, are extremely responsive and are equipped to help us through just about any our company’s requirements.”

    Joe Dykstra \ CEO \ Westwood Financial

  • “I appreciate Crimson IT’s exceptionally high customer care standards and strong commitment to quality.  I can always count on them to be responsive as issues arise as well as be proactive in recommending technology that will support our future IT needs.”

    Suzanne Holley \ President & CEO \ Downtown Center Business Improvement District

  • “As a technologically-driven company, security and efficiency are at the top of our priority list. Crimson IT's team is extremely responsive and resourceful and they have been a huge value add for us. We would recommend them to any company looking for IT services.”

    Chris Rising \ Founder & President \ Rising Realty Partners

  • “Crimson IT is the firm I turn to whenever I, or my clients, need IT help. Not only are they very professional, they are sincere, honest people who I trust implicitly to do things right. I have no hesitation in recommending them to anyone.”

    Kevin Matthews \ President \ Noble Accounting

  • “The entire Crimson IT team is made up of high level professionals that ensure my organization is operating at peak performance at all times. I would highly recommend them for any company.”

    Michael Barker \ CEO & Managing Director \ Barker Pacific Group