Author Archives: Darla Liebl

The Ultimate Guide to Network Monitoring Solutions for Your Bank

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With the 24/7 threat of cybercriminals watching your business for any sign of weakness, do you have the right solutions to match? If not, it’s time to arm your bank with the best in network monitoring tools and services. What Is Network Monitoring? Network monitoring is the practice of constantly checking and analyzing the traffic […]

Data Loss Prevention in Banking: Why It Matters and How to Start

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Losing customer data should be as scary as someone pulling a real-life bank heist. Data converts to dollars and cents, and for a banking institution, losing sensitive information can have severe consequences. From financial penalties to reputational damage, data loss in the banking industry is a major setback. What does your bank have in place […]

Disaster Recovery Planning and Testing: How to Prepare Your Bank for a Power Outage

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We know all about power outages at home—make sure you have a flashlight with extra batteries, keep some non-perishable food items on hand, and have a backup plan for charging your phone. But what about power outages at your bank? Are you prepared for the potential consequences of losing power in your financial institution? In […]

Ultimate Checklist for Managing Your Bank’s IT Hardware

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When it comes to the world’s most stringent security environments, banks consistently rank at the top. IT hardware management is a crucial aspect of secure banking operations. For banking professionals and IT managers, there’s an unrelenting pressure to maintain 24/7 access, top-tier performance, and ironclad security. But with so many moving parts, it can be […]

How to Use the FFIEC Cybersecurity Assessment Tool to Fortify Your Bank

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In a world teeming with digital threats, the banking sector isn’t just a target; it’s the bullseye. Every advanced cyber maneuver calls for an equally precise and proactive defense. After all, the stakes are high—your customers’ financial security and trust are on the line. That’s why the Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC) developed its […]

RESULTS Technology Recognized on Cloudtango’s MSP Select 2024

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Every year, Cloudtango honors the most successful managed service providers (MSPs) in the United States. In this tenth edition, MSP Select continues to highlight technical excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction provided by the industry across the United States, in what has become a reliable reference due to its independent, unbiased approach, as well as in-depth analysis. For 2024, technical […]

Microsoft is Annoying

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Microsoft has recently made a couple of announcements … and we are not amused. First, they started enforcing a multi-factor authentication (MFA) requirement to access Microsoft 365, with just a few days warning to consumers. We wholeheartedly support the use of MFA but are disappointed in how Microsoft rolled out this change. Secondly, as announced […]

Why Your IT Provider Needs to Complete a SOC 2 Audit Regularly 

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Service Organization Control 2 (SOC 2) is more than a set of guidelines—it’s a framework for trust. And a SOC 2 audit is not just a regulatory hoop to jump through for your IT provider; it’s a testament to a company’s commitment to safeguarding your sensitive information against breaches that have become all too common. […]

When Is the Right Time to Replace Your Bank’s Aging Computers?

bank employee on aging computer

It’s a busy Monday morning at your bank. Customers are lining up, transactions are coming in, and suddenly, the computer system crashes. The culprit? Outdated technology that could no longer handle the demands of modern banking operations. Technology is evolving at a breakneck speed. As banking professionals, we’ve all felt the powerful tidal wave of […]

5 Reasons Why Your IT Provider Needs to Specialize in Banks

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Services always come down to this fundamental question: generalist or specialist? Could you get the IT help that you need for your bank with any provider out there? A bank is a highly regulated and complex organization, with unique legal, financial, and customer demands. Its IT systems are no exception. In fact, bank IT systems […]