Category: IT Management

Be aware of the latest nation-wide text messaging scam Have you received a text that looks like either of these? These are fraudulent attempts to lure you into divulging person information or downloading malicious viruses. Smishing This type of texting scam is called Smishing, also known as SMS Phishing. Similar to the Phishing emails that you’ve probably […]

From supply chain partners to software providers, relying on third-party vendors is essential. These relationships drive our operations. However, every external connection introduces potential risks.  Supply chain attacks are no longer a rare occurrence. Cybercriminals actively target vulnerabilities within these complex networks, putting businesses of all sizes at risk. Data breaches, service disruptions, and reputational damage are […]

A massive data breach rendering thousands of car dealerships offline and a flawed update crashing millions of Windows systems around the globe… just 31 days apart. The damage amounted to over $6 billion in financial losses for the affected businesses.   With several months between now and then, what have we learned from the CDK and CrowdStrike […]

The holidays inch closer and our to-do list piles up. During the busy season of year-end budgets, new year planning, and gift shopping for family and friends, some chores invariably fall behind. Perhaps you haven’t cleaned your desk, watched that webinar, or started that project you’re procrastinating. All of those are fine to put off […]

Imagine starting your day with a cup of coffee, ready to tackle your to-do list, when an email that appears to be from a trusted partner lands in your inbox. It looks legitimate, but hidden within is a phishing trap set by cybercriminals.   This scenario is becoming all too common for businesses, both big and small.   Phishing scams are […]

40 years since Century Business Products was founded in 1984, we are ecstatic to celebrate the milestone! However, Century isn’t the only one celebrating an anniversary—read on as we recognize our two longest-tenured employees and wish our subsidiary company, Catalyst IT, a happy anniversary as well!  If you have not watched our motivating video recap with […]

In today’s dynamic digital landscape, technology is the engine powering business success. However, managing complex IT infrastructure and tech can be a resource drain for many organizations.    Here’s where a strategic IT service provider becomes your indispensable ally. Not all providers are built the same. While a basic provider ensures your systems function, a […]

For businesses, Software as a Solution (SaaS) can offer unparalleled opportunities to enhance efficiency, scalability and overall operations. These solutions have evolved into robust opportunities for users, leading many to believe that they do not need any additional backup. Myths related to cloud data backup and software solutions have the potential to hurt your business.  […]

In today’s business landscape, data isn’t just vital—it’s the very lifeline that fuels business decisions, drives innovations and shapes strategies. However, businesses often find it difficult to effectively manage the vast amounts of data they hold, and that’s where data management comes into play.      Simply put, data management is all about collecting, storing and […]

When creating a budget for your business, it’s important to remember that technology costs are more than just operational expenses. They should be considered an investment that can drive your organization toward unprecedented productivity, growth, and profitability.     Your technology budgeting process shouldn’t just be about numbers and spreadsheets. Instead, it should be about shaping […]