We learned late last month that as part of the price increases to certain M365 packages, Microsoft added audio conferencing as part of the base package when Teams is also part of the package. Previously, this was a $4 add-on – so this helps offset some of the price...
“Authentication” is the process of proving that you are who you say you are. Traditionally that's been done with a username and a password. Unfortunately, authenticating with a username/password alone is simply not good enough in today’s world. Usernames are often...
After March 1 2022, clients paying by credit card will need to re-enter their credit card information into the SpireTech billing portal. This is because we are changing merchant account processors to Stripe to save money on processing fees. At SpireTech last year,...
As previously advised in this newsletter, SpireTech has been tracking Microsoft’s upcoming price increases. There are two types of increases, and effective dates for these increases. The first price increase is effective March 1, 2022 affects six popular M365...
During the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, cybercrime has seen an incredible 600% increase — and it’s not slowing down. This alarming trend means that proper cybersecurity implementation is more important than ever. A large number of these attacks are ransomware...
As you may or may not be aware, the well-known brewery and hospitality chain McMenamins suffered a data breach following a ransomware attack during the month of December. During the attack, threat actors stole business records, payroll and human resources data files...
The covid pandemic has undoubtedly sent ripple effects through every industry over the last 2 years causing various layers of issues forcing businesses to immediately shift, adapt, and overcome. It’s refreshing to hear from many of our clients and their teams that...
Thank you for continuing to trust SpireTech as your IT partner. From everyone here at SpireTech, we want to wish you and yours a healthy, positive, safe, and SECURE 2022! As we reflect each year to learn, understand, and strive to be better, we are excited to continue...
Cybersecurity threats are an ongoing issue for various industries from medical practices to architecture and engineering firms. Unfortunately, the consequences can often be disastrous, leading to breaches in confidential data or sensitive client information. These...
From all of the employees at SpireTech – we wish you and yours happy holidays and a prosperous new year!