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IT Disaster Recovery planning is a critical part of your continuity strategy. You need a plan that prepares you to keep your business running in a range of potential disaster scenarios. Business emergencies can strike at any time whether it’s a malware attack, natural disaster or pandemic. It’s vital to have a plan in place to make sure your business can continue to accomplish work, maintain compliance, and keep unproductive downtime to a minimum. Without comprehensive disaster recovery planning, you’re left vulnerable to any and all emergency situations, including: - Permanent data loss as onsite copies of your data and documentation are destroyed - Severe downtime as your business scrambles to replace destroyed hardware and get up and running again - Major financial damages, from the cost of lost business to the cost of replacement hardware, and onsite damages As with most initiatives, the first step is to create a workable plan. The four main priorities of an effective IT Disaster Recovery Plan are: 1. Protecting Data 2. Protecting Property 3. Maintaining Continuity 4. Mitigating Employee Risks Read more about building a successful IT disaster recovery plan >> https://hubs.li/Q02Ht-dT0 #DisasterRecovery #DisasterRecoveryPlan

Managed cybersecurity services are a great fit for organizations that do not have the internal expertise to keep up with cybersecurity best practices, tools, and threats. It makes sense—considering the devastation that a cyberattack can bring—to hire professionals who oversee an organization’s cybersecurity. Minimum costs for outsourced cybersecurity services start around $2,000 - $3,500 per month and go up from there. On a per-user basis, that breaks down to a range between $195 and $350 per user, including support and maintenance. If you already have support (whether in-house or outsourced), the cybersecurity portion on its own is typically $35 - $65 per user. The cost of cybersecurity services depends on the size of your organization, the complexity of your IT environment, and your specific needs, such as regulatory compliance. Depending on what managed cybersecurity services model you choose, let’s look at the options—and the prices. Standalone Managed Cybersecurity Outsourced cybersecurity services typically begin at a minimum cost of $2,000 to $3,500 per month, with prices increasing depending on scope and complexity of services. Co-managed IT services + Managed Cybersecurity Costs can vary quite a bit depending on the scope of services, depth of monitoring, and speed of response to security incidents. Organizations requiring 24/7 real-time monitoring, rapid incident response, and continuous threat intelligence updates may have higher service fees. Managed IT Services + Managed Cybersecurity When you use a managed IT services provider, you can expect baseline cybersecurity services as part of your package. Once you get into the $100-$200 per user/month range, you start to receive proactive cybersecurity services that cover most of the baseline needs for your organization. For every tool that your provider utilizes, there’s typically a licensing fee that can run anywhere from $5 per user/month to $30 and up. Managed services with cybersecurity baseline items included is often the best option for smaller organizations that want a totally seamless IT management and cybersecurity experience. The managed IT services company should work with you to develop a roadmap for technology improvements, including cybersecurity. Learn more about what's included in managed cybersecurity services and how to choose the right provider for your organization >> https://hubs.li/Q02HtFrk0 #CybersecurityCosts #PricingGuide #ManagedCybersecurity

There are many reasons why you’re considering using outsourced cybersecurity services. Perhaps you want to augment your internal IT team, it may have become evident that your current IT provider doesn’t have the security expertise that you need – or worse, you’ve experienced a cyber incident. These top 10 tips for choosing an outsourced cybersecurity company will help you evaluate what each provider offers before you pick the right one for your business. 1. Do you have experience with compliance frameworks? 2. Will you provide a vCISO? 3. Will you provide robust account management? 4. How will your team and my IT team work together? 5. Are you the right size for us? 6. What cybersecurity certifications do you have? 7. Is incident response included? 8. Can you perform vulnerability assessments, pen tests, or gap analyses? 9. What upfront investments might be required? 10. What measures do you take to ensure that your own company is secure? Take a deeper look at these 10 questions and the answers you can expect >> https://hubs.li/Q02Htt0j0 #Cybersecurity #ManagedSecurity #TipsandTricks

Anthony R. was managing a restaurant when he discovered the world of IT and the QuickJobs program at Midlands Technical College that would provide the path to a new profession. Read Anthony's story and find out how he built his skills and career at VC3 > https://hubs.li/Q02HjnRB0 #EmployeeSpotlight #WorkCulture #WorkatVC3

We're excited to announce that Inline Computer & Communications has been acquired by VC3! Greg Hammer, Inline Computer & Communications CEO, said, “At Inline, we’ve made it our mission to provide our clients with superior technology services, keep our lines of communication open with them, and speak in plain language so that they understand what’s going on. We have been in business in the Tri-Cities since 1988, providing support to a wide variety of industries and deepening our compliance expertise over time. When we looked at the years ahead, we realized that further growth in our capabilities and customer service needed to happen by partnering. VC3 offered a unique opportunity to maintain our company culture and continuity of service to clients while providing us a national backbone of support, resources, and expertise. Together with VC3, Inline looks forward to the next chapter of our business.” We're thrilled about this new chapter and sincerely thank our valued clients for their trust and support. Stay tuned for more updates as we embark on this journey together! Read the full press release here: https://hubs.ly/Q02Hr9H90 #acquisition #ITservices #AIMhigher

Under a managed IT services arrangement, the MSP assumes responsibility for proactively monitoring, managing, and maintaining your IT environment, typically under a subscription-based model. The goal of managed IT services is to ensure the reliability, security, and performance of your IT infrastructure, allowing you to better focus on your core business objectives. By outsourcing IT management to a trusted provider, organizations can benefit from improved efficiency, reduced downtime, enhanced security, and predictable IT costs. In general, the price range for managed IT service packages runs from ✨$99 to $250 per user per month.✨Where your organization stands on this $99 to $250/user/month price range depends on the scale of the services you require. https://hubs.li/Q02H0chp0 #ManagedIT #PricingGuide #ITservices

💰How Much Should You Spend on IT? Some organizations overspend on information technology and get frustrated by a lack of return on their investment. Others underspend and sink into technical debt—calculated as the future cost of taking IT shortcuts. You need a “just right” spending strategy. But how do you allocate your technology dollars and build a technology budget that aligns with your organization’s strategy and drives value? While IT spending can vary for every organization and industry, there are three common starting points for benchmarking. 1. IT Spending by Industry and Percent of Revenue 2. IT Spending by Number of Users 3. Allocation of Funds Toward Innovation To fully understand your position with IT spending, it’s important to view the big picture and make decisions with all information in your hands. https://hubs.li/Q02H0lLV0 #Budgeting #ITbudet #SpendingBenchmark

We are excited to formally welcome FPA Technology Services, Inc. - A VC3 Company to the VC3 brand! 🎉 Today FPA Technology Services email addresses and website migrated to VC3. com We are excited to celebrate this milestone - Cheers to our team in Woodland Hills, CA!

On our team, every member has a seat at the table, with open forums for feedback and a collective process that invites us all to contribute to make things better. If you're seeking a career where your ideas and feedback are not just welcomed but essential, we invite you to join us. Find your place on our team > https://hubs.li/Q02DCd-_0 #CompanyCulture #Feedback #WorkatVC3

🍽️ Want FREE lunch on VC3? Ask us how! 🍽️ 🏙️ We will have a full team out at the Municipal Association of SC Annual Meeting this week! Come say "hi" to Neal and Dave at the VC3 booth and DON'T MISS our 10 Tech Demos throughout the week! 👋 Bill Piper will be presenting "Cybersecurity for Small Cities" at the Tennessee Municipal League Annual Conference on July 22nd - sharing cybersecurity through the lens of compliance and mandates. Come by the VC3 booth at the Tennessee Municipal League Annual Conference to say "hi" to McKenzie and chat more about your cybersecurity needs.