Payroll fraud is no longer a “big company problem.” In fact, small businesses lose millions each year to business email compromise (BEC), stolen credentials, and unauthorized payroll changes. If you want to prevent payroll fraud with managed IT, you must go beyond basic antivirus and hope-for-the-best email security. At SofTouch Systems, we built Cyber EssentialsContinue reading “How Cyber Essentials Prevents Payroll Fraud”
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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”
The Digital Shield Model: Your First Layer Starts Here
A layered cybersecurity model for small businesses only works when the first layer actually stops threats, yet most companies build security backward. They start with policies, add tools later, and assume good intentions will compensate for weak foundations. Unfortunately, attackers do not respect intentions. They exploit gaps, move fast, and rely on the fact thatContinue reading “The Digital Shield Model: Your First Layer Starts Here”