Most small business owners don’t wake up thinking about cybersecurity. Instead, they think about missed deadlines, frustrated employees, and technology problems that steal time from real work. That is exactly why Cyber Essentials is the ROI champion for SMB owners—not because it is flashy, but because it quietly removes the most expensive distractions in day-to-dayContinue reading “Why Cyber Essentials Is the ROI Champion for SMB Owners”
Author Archives: James Bearden
Phishing 101: Simple Signs Your Staff Must Know
Phishing remains one of the most effective ways cybercriminals break into small and midsize businesses. Even as security tools improve, attackers still rely on one consistent weakness: human trust. That is why phishing 101 is no longer an IT-only issue. Instead, it is a staff-wide responsibility that every business owner and manager must take seriously.Continue reading “Phishing 101: Simple Signs Your Staff Must Know”
Tax Season Scams: What Texas SMBs Must Watch For
Tax season brings more than paperwork and deadlines for Texas small businesses. It also brings a predictable spike in scams that target owners, office managers, and anyone involved in payroll, bookkeeping, or vendor payments. While the tactics change each year, the goal stays the same: pressure someone into moving money or handing over sensitive informationContinue reading “Tax Season Scams: What Texas SMBs Must Watch For”