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Reciprocal Technologies has been serving the Indiana area since 2013, providing IT Support such as technical helpdesk support, computer support and consulting to small and medium-sized businesses.
Today’s workforce is more digitally fluent than ever. Smartphones, cloud apps, instant communication; it’s all second nature to most of us. The question becomes, does this everyday agility in using technology automatically translate into mastering the specific, often complex, technology your business relies on? Today, we will go into this very topic. There’s a crucial difference between general technology use...
Sometimes, a real-world event vividly illustrates the importance of digital security basics. The recent NFL draft provided just such a case, involving an unlocked iPad, a prank call, and significant consequences. The story centers around Shedeur Sanders, a highly anticipated draft prospect, and Jeff Ulbrich, the Atlanta Falcons’ Defensive Coordinator. To maintain security during the draft, prospects use special phone...
You can’t run a business these days without hearing about how AI is changing the technology landscape and what that means for your organization. It gives SMBs like yourself some serious power, often enough to do more complex tasks that it couldn’t otherwise do without significant time and effort investments. But sometimes it’s more about the easy wins, so that’s...
Is your business technology a tangled web of frustrations? You’re certainly not navigating this digital dilemma alone. We frequently hear from organizations grappling with sluggish networks, outdated software that feels like a relic from the dial-up era, and the ever-present anxiety of safeguarding crucial business data. This technological turbulence doesn’t have to be your reality. Today, we’re charting a course...
Windows is, for the most part, the default operating system you can expect to see in a business setting. That said, some owners have never used a Windows computer before, instead using a simple Chromebook or a Mac. Still, it’s good to know how Windows works, especially since it seems there’s a significant gap in knowledge. Today, we’re exploring how...
Government organizations face significant cybersecurity challenges due to the increasing sophistication of cyber threats that pose risks to data integrity, operational efficiency, and national security. Protecting public data is not merely a technical issue; it’s essential for maintaining the trust of citizens. Key challenges include: Outdated Systems: Many government agencies rely on legacy systems that are vulnerable to attacks. Insufficient...
Cybersecurity isn’t the most fun thing to talk about, but it’s still important. This is especially for your employees who are on the front lines, the most likely folks to encounter threats during their day-to-day tasks. Today, we want to cover how your business can build better cybersecurity training practices that can keep your business secure for the long haul....
There are a lot of sketchy parts of the Internet, but the sketchiest of all might be the Dark Web. Located on a part of the Internet that search engines don’t index and inaccessible to most web browsers, the Dark Web is a place where cybercriminals thrive. It’s a place where stolen data is put up for sale, and if...
More often than not, you have an employee on staff who rolls their eyes whenever you have to send out another cybersecurity email or reminder. This “who cares” mindset is dangerous and can infect your business in a profoundly disturbing way. Today, we want to get into why this “who cares” mindset is so dangerous and what’s really at stake...
While the goal of cybersecurity is always to prevent threats from taking advantage of your infrastructure, this is becoming more and more challenging as time wears on and threats evolve to changes in cybersecurity discourse. A recent podcast episode from Illumio, “Trust & Resilience: The New Frontlines of Cybersecurity,” explores how trust has become a vulnerability that attackers exploit in...
While technology is an important part of your business, it shouldn’t be distracting you from carrying out your company’s mission. Indeed, it can be difficult to stay up-to-date on the latest practices and solutions, and it can feel impossible to keep up. While you could adopt the “good enough” policy that many businesses settle for, we think you should take...
Are you constantly looking to improve your small business and stay ahead of the game? Let’s talk about some tech that can seriously boost how you operate: artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing, and cybersecurity.
Managed IT offers small business owners a complete solution for handling their technology needs. These services include: 24/7 network monitoring Data backup and recovery Cybersecurity measures Software updates and maintenance Effective IT management is crucial for small businesses. Technology is essential for daily operations, productivity, and staying competitive. By outsourcing IT management to a managed service provider in Indianapolis IN,...
Are you making security a priority for your business? While it’s one thing to protect your network, it’s another to protect your business’ physical location. If you don’t implement processes and solutions to secure your office, you might be in a position where someone could steal equipment, data, or worse. Here are some ways to prioritize physical security for your...
The Internet of Things (IoT) is becoming one of the most exciting tech trends out there, but it is difficult to know where to start. It means using Internet-connected smart devices to help businesses run better. Some companies think IoT is too expensive or too complicated, but when done right, it can actually save a lot of money and make...
Running a small business is already a juggling act. Now toss managing IT into the mix and watch the balls start to bounce in every direction. IT for small businesses isn’t just plugging in a few computers and setting up Wi-Fi. It’s an ever-growing web of systems, tools, security measures, and the occasional mysterious error message that nobody understands. Let’s...
Modern cybersecurity requires you to lock down numerous access points to protect your business, using various tools to accomplish sufficient security precautions. The password manager is one such tool that can genuinely save your metaphorical bacon.
Let’s explore how this essential tool works and why it is valuable for your business to implement.
Imagine for a moment a world where you don’t have to distribute devices to your employees and can instead rely on your team to provide them. With Bring Your Own Device, or BYOD, businesses can leverage employee-owned devices to their advantage for work-related purposes. There is a catch, though: you have to make sure they’re used safely.
IT infrastructure refers to the essential components that support an organization’s Indianapolis IT services, including hardware, software, networks, and facilities. As the growing tech industry continues to expand rapidly, understanding the significance of a robust IT infrastructure is crucial for businesses seeking success. The tech industry is projected to reach an estimated $1 trillion in spending by 2027. Organizations rely...
Malware can be scary to talk about, but it’s a topic that you should be intimately familiar with, or at least aware of, if you want to keep your business running. These days, you can’t do much of anything online without potentially exposing yourself and your organization to a security risk. Today, we want to explore the different types of...