The Latest from Century / Catalyst

Their data was backed up by their IT provider. Or at least, that’s what they thought.  It only took one day for everything to fall apart.  Their IT provider was hit by a supply chain cyberattack. Tools were compromised. Clients were exposed. Data was locked down and held for ransom.  So, they did what anyone would do. They went to restore […]

Just as spring is the perfect time to clean out an old closet or finally go through your desk drawers, it is also the perfect time to clean up your technology. Technology often gets overlooked when people think of spring cleaning—but it is just as important.   Password fatigue, messy file storage, unused tools, and even dirty keyboards quietly add friction and risk over time. A little […]

Introducing the TASKalfa MZ10500i and MZ9500ci Series, part of Kyocera’s all new Nova Series, which streamlines workflows, brings professional clarity to output, and optimizes operational costs.  Kyocera’s fastest and most productive device is here. What’s New?  The Kyocera Nova Series introduces meaningful advancements in uptime, image consistency, scanning intelligence, and production‑class reliability—bringing light production capabilities into a more accessible A3 MFP platform.  💙 Still the […]

Society Isn’t Ready for AI Deepfakes AI deepfakes are no longer limited to viral videos or fake images online.   Today, artificial intelligence can replicate a person’s face, voice, and mannerisms in real time. AI can do it well enough to be used in phone calls, video chats like FaceTime or Teams, and other live interactions where people assume what they see […]

Century & Catalyst IT launched into 2026 with a surge of energy as teams across our branch locations converged in Sioux Falls for a day packed with problem‑solving, hands‑on demos, and big‑picture strategy.   What followed was a fast‑moving blend of collaboration, skill‑building, and fresh insights that set the tone for the year ahead. Read on to find out which of […]

Your inbox might be lying to you. And cybercriminals are hoping you won’t notice.   Most people think email works like Caller ID. If you recognize the phone number, you can trust the caller. That is a dangerous misconception.  Imagine receiving an urgent email from your boss and frantically following their instructions… only to find out later that the email didn’t actually come from your boss, even though the “from” address was correct. That’s the very real threat of Email Spoofing.  You cannot trust an email simply because you recognize […]

Kyocera has been named the Best A4 Manufacturer by The Cannata Report for the seventh consecutive year, making this Kyocera’s eighth total time receiving the award. The distinction comes from The Cannata Report’s Frank Awards which celebrates remarkable service, reliability, and innovation across the office technology industry each year. This award highlights Kyocera’s remarkable commitment to producing high-quality, reliable, and sustainable A4 printing solutions that drive […]

If a stranger knocked on your door, would you let them walk into your house without verifying who they are?  Of course not. Yet that’s exactly how many businesses treat their digital environments by trusting users, devices, and applications without confirming who they are or what they’re doing.  Trust is a privilege and a vulnerability.   […]

Century Business Products has been a Kyocera Premier Dealer and an Elite Servicing Dealer since the inception of the awards. We’re excited to be recognized as a Kyocera Platinum Partner for yet another year! Being a Platinum Partner means Century has provided excellence in customer service, attained Kyocera’s revenue goals, solidified high level training for […]

AI-powered tools have become essential in modern workflows, offering automation and convenience. Free AI note-taking apps, in particular, are gaining traction among individuals and businesses looking to simplify documentation. While these free AI tools may seem like a smart shortcut, they often come with hidden risks, especially when it comes to security and compliance.  A […]