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What Is the AI Culture Assessment? A Smarter Starting Point for Responsible AI Adoption

AI is already showing up in the workplace, but many organizations lack visibility into how it is being used. The AI Culture Assessment helps MSPs...

By: Zach Morrison
July 14, 2026

Phishing Tests Aren’t Enough: Why Remediation Is the Missing Link in Security Awareness

Phishing simulations show who clicks, but without follow-up, they rarely change behavior. Phishing remediation closes the gap by turning failures into learning opportunities, reinforcing training...

By: Zach Morrison
July 8, 2026

Why Continuous Training Beats One-and-Done Cyber Awareness

Cyber threats evolve constantly, which means annual cybersecurity training is not enough to keep employees prepared. Learn how continuous training, phishing simulations, remediation, and short...

By: Zach Morrison
June 30, 2026

The AI Boomerang Effect: Why Companies (and AI) Still Need Employees

The AI Boomerang trend is proving that AI does not eliminate the need for skilled employees. Instead, organizations need people who know how to use...

By: Zach Morrison
June 24, 2026

5 AI Risks: Why Your Clients Need an AI Readiness Assessment

Shadow AI is already in your clients’ businesses. 42% of office workers are using AI tools at work, and 1 in 3 keep it secret...

By: Art Gross
September 3, 2025

Making AI ROI Measurable: A Practical Approach That Works

Every client asks: "What's the ROI of AI tools?" Fair question. But here’s one back: When did you last calculate the ROI of Excel? Or...

By: Art Gross
August 20, 2025

How AI Awareness Training Leads to Better AI Readiness for All

Security Awareness Training (SAT) gave MSPs a way to introduce cybersecurity without needing to be security experts. It was simple, valuable, and easy to explain....

By: Art Gross
August 12, 2025

From Microsoft 365 to AI: Using What You Know to Guide Clients

The Microsoft 365 analogy that makes AI adoption finally make sense. Many MSPs tell me: "I don't feel ready to talk AI with clients. I'm...

By: Art Gross
August 7, 2025

The ‘AI Intern’ Mindset: Helping Your Clients Adopt AI Effectively

Want to know the simplest way to explain AI to your clients? Stop talking about "generative AI" or "large language models." Instead, say this: "Think...

By: Art Gross
July 31, 2025

Boost ROI and Safety With Cybersecurity Training for Employees

You already play a key role in helping your clients work smarter, stay secure, and grow stronger. They rely on your expertise to guide their...

By: Nicole Kurtz
July 23, 2025

Addressing Shadow AI Risks With Your AI Readiness Framework

AI is already in your clients' tools—are they protected? Discover how MSPs can lead with clarity, uncover risks, and guide clients toward safe AI use....

By: Nicole Kurtz
June 19, 2025

3 Conversations Every MSP Should Be Having with Clients About AI

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a future trend—it’s happening right now. Your clients are hearing about it in meetings, reading about it in the...

By: Art Gross
June 12, 2025

The AI Glass Ceiling: How Uncertainty Blocks Real Progress

Most surveys about AI in the workplace show two extremes: excitement or fear. But in reality, most people are somewhere in between. They’re curious, but...

By: Art Gross
May 21, 2025

Where AI Meets Cybersecurity: A Practical Starting Point for MSPs

MSPs are already their clients’ trusted security partner. Adding AI guidance to your services isn’t a stretch - it’s the logical next step....

By: Art Gross
April 30, 2025

Americans receive mixed results in cybersecurity IQ

While it is true that Americans are becoming more aware of the need to protect their information online through methods such as utilizing strong passwords...

By: Art Gross
April 10, 2017

Downtime of a Ransomware Attack – Costly Concern

We all know that ransomware can be detrimental to businesses, but just how much could an attack cost your business? According to a survey released...

By: Art Gross
April 7, 2017

TV Show – Chicago Med a Ransomware Victim

You know ransomware is a real threat when it starts showing up on TV shows. Chicago Med is a victim of a ransomware attack on...

By: Art Gross
April 7, 2017

Security Awareness Training is Essential for Small Businesses

According to research by the Ponemon Institute, approximately 80% of business data breaches are a result of human error. An article over on Entrepreneur explores...

By: Art Gross
April 5, 2017

Article: 35% of LinkedIn users’ passwords are weak enough to hack

Although it is no secret that some significant breaches have occurred with cybercriminals stealing user’s information and passwords from sites like LinkedIn and Yahoo, business...

By: Art Gross
March 31, 2017

MSPs need to offer their clients security solutions

In an article over at Business Solutions, Ellen Jennings, CEO of BEI, talks about cloud based security services that every MSP should offer....

By: Art Gross
March 27, 2017

Ransomware attacks keep growing and are costing businesses $1B

It is no secret that cybercrime has been increasing rapidly, but the statistics may surprise you. According to a report released by PhishMe, 2016 saw...

By: Art Gross
March 26, 2017

Protect Yourself from a Ransomware Disaster in 3 Simple Ways

As awareness of ransomware continues to grow globally, so does the sophistication and efforts of cybercriminals to successfully carry out these detrimental attacks on large...

By: Art Gross
March 16, 2017

5 Real Incidents That Show How AI Can Accidentally Leak Company Data

Employees are using AI tools like ChatGPT to work faster, but without oversight, it’s creating a new risk called Shadow AI. From leaked source code...

By: Chris Gross
April 8, 2026

AI Fluency Is Becoming a Defining Trait of Great Leaders

AI is transforming how organizations operate, but most are not seeing real results. The missing link is AI fluency, not just access to tools. Leaders...

By: Zach Morrison
April 1, 2026

Why Generative AI Training Is No Longer Optional

Artificial intelligence is already shaping the modern workplace, often through employee-driven adoption known as Shadow AI. While AI tools can significantly boost productivity, using them...

By: Zach Morrison
March 25, 2026

The AI Risk Your Organization Might Be Underestimating

A recent LinkedIn poll asked cybersecurity professionals which AI risk concerns them most. Surprisingly, Shadow AI received far fewer votes than we expected. But what...

By: Zach Morrison
March 18, 2026

Training That Sells: How Certifications Drive Revenue in 2026

Cybersecurity training is evolving beyond compliance. Today, MSPs can offer certifications in cybersecurity, AI awareness, and productivity tools that provide real professional value for end-users....

By: Zach Morrison
March 11, 2026

March Madness is Here and So is Our Full-Court Press in Cybersecurity

March Madness is all about preparation, strategy, and execution — and the same is true for cybersecurity in the age of AI. As threats accelerate,...

By: Zach Morrison
March 4, 2026

When AI Hallucinates: What ‘The Pitt’ Reveals About Cybersecurity and the Power of Human Oversight

AI-assisted tools promise efficiency in healthcare, but AI hallucinations can quietly introduce clinical and cybersecurity risk. As highlighted in The Pitt, human proof-checking and governance...

By: Zach Morrison
February 25, 2026

How to Mitigate AI Risk Without Killing Productivity: Part 3 of a 3-Part Series

Blocking AI isn’t a realistic strategy, and it won’t eliminate risk. The real solution is secure AI adoption paired with practical employee training that reduces...

By: Chris Gross
February 18, 2026

What Is a Botnet?

You may hear the word ‘bot’ used in conversations, especially around cybersecurity. But often we use it without really knowing exactly what it means or...

By: Art Gross
September 14, 2022

Compromised Data Comes in Many Forms

No Big Deal Right? A friend recently mentioned an email that she received regarding an investment app that she had downloaded on her phone. The...

By: Art Gross
April 11, 2022

Tax Scams: What to Look Out for This Season

Many of us dread this time of year for the obvious reason …tax time can be well, very taxing. Add to the challenge of it...

By: Art Gross
April 5, 2022

Baseline Cybersecurity Assessment for Remote Employees

Our recent launch of the Baseline Employee Cybersecurity Assessment provides MSPs with a new tool to add to their prospecting and baseline risk detection efforts....

By: Art Gross
January 31, 2022

Password Hygiene: A Vital Cybersecurity Assessment for Teams

Our recent launch of the Baseline Employee Cybersecurity Assessment provides MSPs with a new tool to add to their prospecting and baseline risk detection efforts....

By: Art Gross
January 17, 2022

Cybersecurity Agents Unite!

It’s holiday blockbuster season! The time of year when the big screens are full of movie releases that are expected to pull in the crowds...

By: Art Gross
December 6, 2021

How to Create an Incident Response Plan [Update]

We often discuss the proactive approach that you should take when it comes to cybersecurity. Security risk assessments will identify the gaps, ongoing training will...

By: Art Gross
November 29, 2021

Class is Canceled

This past week Howard University had to cancel classes due to “unusual activity on the University’s network”. As a result, their Enterprise Technology Services (ETS)...

By: Art Gross
September 13, 2021

AI Risk Starts Inside the Business: Part 1 of a 3-Part Series

AI risk is already inside most businesses. Employees are using unsanctioned AI tools, exposing sensitive data and trusting outputs that can be confidently wrong. This...

By: Chris Gross
February 3, 2026

Adopt AI In The Workplace to Build AI Culture For Your MSP

MSPs want to deliver AI services but often don’t know where to start. The answer is closer than they think. Before selling AI to clients,...

By: Chris Gross
January 27, 2026

From Prompt to Profit: Why MSPs Must Lead the AI Adoption Journey

AI is transforming the business landscape faster than any technology before it—yet most SMBs are adopting it unsafely, unknowingly, and without guidance. In From Prompt...

By: Zach Morrison
December 9, 2025

New Gradient Integration: A Win for Your MSP Partner Program

Breach Secure Now is excited to announce its integration with Gradient MSP's newly released Pricing Benchmark Assessment tool. This collaboration underscores BSN's commitment to providing...

By: Art Gross
August 9, 2024

Breach Secure Now & Gradient MSP

Breach Secure Now is a partner-focused business. We work for the MSP community to provide them with the most comprehensive cybersecurity solutions for their clients....

By: Art Gross
October 17, 2022

Breach Secure Now Integrates With CloudRadial

Since Breach Secure Now was founded by an MSP. We have strong roots in understanding our partners' unique opportunities and challenges. We are proud to...

By: Art Gross
June 12, 2022

Can AI Productivity Become Too Much? The Rise of Output Overwhelm

AI is helping teams move faster than ever, but more output doesn’t always mean more progress. As idea generation accelerates, many organizations are struggling to...

By: Nicole Kurtz
April 15, 2026

5 Real Incidents That Show How AI Can Accidentally Leak Company Data

Employees are using AI tools like ChatGPT to work faster, but without oversight, it’s creating a new risk called Shadow AI. From leaked source code...

By: Chris Gross
April 8, 2026

AI Fluency Is Becoming a Defining Trait of Great Leaders

AI is transforming how organizations operate, but most are not seeing real results. The missing link is AI fluency, not just access to tools. Leaders...

By: Zach Morrison
April 1, 2026

Why Generative AI Training Is No Longer Optional

Artificial intelligence is already shaping the modern workplace, often through employee-driven adoption known as Shadow AI. While AI tools can significantly boost productivity, using them...

By: Zach Morrison
March 25, 2026

The AI Risk Your Organization Might Be Underestimating

A recent LinkedIn poll asked cybersecurity professionals which AI risk concerns them most. Surprisingly, Shadow AI received far fewer votes than we expected. But what...

By: Zach Morrison
March 18, 2026

Training That Sells: How Certifications Drive Revenue in 2026

By: Zach Morrison
March 11, 2026

March Madness is Here and So is Our Full-Court Press in Cybersecurity

March Madness is all about preparation, strategy, and execution — and the same is true for cybersecurity in the age of AI. As threats accelerate,...

By: Zach Morrison
March 4, 2026

When AI Hallucinates: What ‘The Pitt’ Reveals About Cybersecurity and the Power of Human Oversight

AI-assisted tools promise efficiency in healthcare, but AI hallucinations can quietly introduce clinical and cybersecurity risk. As highlighted in The Pitt, human proof-checking and governance...

By: Zach Morrison
February 25, 2026

Initial Access Brokers: Who Are They?

Imagine if a locksmith created a key for your home or business, then sold a copy of that key to a burglar. They didn’t steal...

By: Art Gross
May 2, 2022

Removable Media & Cybersecurity

According to the United States Government Depart of Commerce National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), a removable media device or portable storage device is:...

By: Art Gross
April 25, 2022

Dangerous Malware Disguised as Antivirus Software

It is so easy to become complacent in our cybersecurity behaviors. But Android users should be given a shake this week and alerted to malware...

By: Art Gross
April 18, 2022

Nothing But InterNET – How to Explain the Dark Web

As an MSP, your clients know you’re there to “take care of the computers”. The scenario is often (but not always) that they have their...

By: Art Gross
March 14, 2022

Baseline Cybersecurity Assessment for Remote Employees

Our recent launch of the Baseline Employee Cybersecurity Assessment provides MSPs with a new tool to add to their prospecting and baseline risk detection efforts....

By: Art Gross
January 31, 2022

Cybersecurity Agents Unite!

It’s holiday blockbuster season! The time of year when the big screens are full of movie releases that are expected to pull in the crowds...

By: Art Gross
December 6, 2021

How to Create an Incident Response Plan [Update]

We often discuss the proactive approach that you should take when it comes to cybersecurity. Security risk assessments will identify the gaps, ongoing training will...

By: Art Gross
November 29, 2021

Black Friday Scams

Don’t Be Scammed By a Turkey It’s Thanksgiving week and that also means that the holiday season has officially started for most of us. And...

By: Art Gross
November 22, 2021

A Cyber-Safe New Year – Smart Tips to Start 2026 Secure

As cyber threats grow more sophisticated, AI is becoming cybersecurity’s most powerful ally. From detecting phishing scams to monitoring unusual user behavior, artificial intelligence is...

By: Zach Morrison
January 6, 2026

How BSN Training is Transforming the Way MSPs and Organizations Work

Cybersecurity isn’t just about protection, it’s about potential. At Breach Secure Now, awareness training is driving real productivity gains. In fact, 92% of BSN users...

By: Zach Morrison
November 24, 2025

Maximize Security with Our Enhanced Security Risk Assessment

Managing and mitigating security risks is crucial for every business. As a Managed Service Provider (MSP), your ability to offer comprehensive security solutions can significantly...

By: Art Gross
September 10, 2024

Dashboard Tag Filtering

Dashboard Tag Filtering Grouping items together with tags is an effective way to put order to the items that you write, collect, and store electronically....

By: Art Gross
June 27, 2022

5 Real Incidents That Show How AI Can Accidentally Leak Company Data

Employees are using AI tools like ChatGPT to work faster, but without oversight, it’s creating a new risk called Shadow AI. From leaked source code...

By: Chris Gross
April 8, 2026

Why Generative AI Training Is No Longer Optional

Artificial intelligence is already shaping the modern workplace, often through employee-driven adoption known as Shadow AI. While AI tools can significantly boost productivity, using them...

By: Zach Morrison
March 25, 2026

The AI Risk Your Organization Might Be Underestimating

A recent LinkedIn poll asked cybersecurity professionals which AI risk concerns them most. Surprisingly, Shadow AI received far fewer votes than we expected. But what...

By: Zach Morrison
March 18, 2026

Training That Sells: How Certifications Drive Revenue in 2026

By: Zach Morrison
March 11, 2026

March Madness is Here and So is Our Full-Court Press in Cybersecurity

March Madness is all about preparation, strategy, and execution — and the same is true for cybersecurity in the age of AI. As threats accelerate,...

By: Zach Morrison
March 4, 2026

When AI Hallucinates: What ‘The Pitt’ Reveals About Cybersecurity and the Power of Human Oversight

AI-assisted tools promise efficiency in healthcare, but AI hallucinations can quietly introduce clinical and cybersecurity risk. As highlighted in The Pitt, human proof-checking and governance...

By: Zach Morrison
February 25, 2026

How to Mitigate AI Risk Without Killing Productivity: Part 3 of a 3-Part Series

Blocking AI isn’t a realistic strategy, and it won’t eliminate risk. The real solution is secure AI adoption paired with practical employee training that reduces...

By: Chris Gross
February 18, 2026

AI Risk Starts Inside the Business: Part 1 of a 3-Part Series

AI risk is already inside most businesses. Employees are using unsanctioned AI tools, exposing sensitive data and trusting outputs that can be confidently wrong. This...

By: Chris Gross
February 3, 2026

5 Real Incidents That Show How AI Can Accidentally Leak Company Data

Employees are using AI tools like ChatGPT to work faster, but without oversight, it’s creating a new risk called Shadow AI. From leaked source code...

By: Chris Gross
April 8, 2026

Why Generative AI Training Is No Longer Optional

Artificial intelligence is already shaping the modern workplace, often through employee-driven adoption known as Shadow AI. While AI tools can significantly boost productivity, using them...

By: Zach Morrison
March 25, 2026

The AI Risk Your Organization Might Be Underestimating

A recent LinkedIn poll asked cybersecurity professionals which AI risk concerns them most. Surprisingly, Shadow AI received far fewer votes than we expected. But what...

By: Zach Morrison
March 18, 2026

Training That Sells: How Certifications Drive Revenue in 2026

By: Zach Morrison
March 11, 2026

March Madness is Here and So is Our Full-Court Press in Cybersecurity

March Madness is all about preparation, strategy, and execution — and the same is true for cybersecurity in the age of AI. As threats accelerate,...

By: Zach Morrison
March 4, 2026

When AI Hallucinates: What ‘The Pitt’ Reveals About Cybersecurity and the Power of Human Oversight

AI-assisted tools promise efficiency in healthcare, but AI hallucinations can quietly introduce clinical and cybersecurity risk. As highlighted in The Pitt, human proof-checking and governance...

By: Zach Morrison
February 25, 2026

AI Risk from Outside the Business: Part 2 of a 3-Part Series

External AI risk isn’t hypothetical. Cybercriminals are already using AI to scale phishing, impersonation, and social engineering attacks that are harder than ever to detect....

By: Chris Gross
February 11, 2026

AI Risk Starts Inside the Business: Part 1 of a 3-Part Series

AI risk is already inside most businesses. Employees are using unsanctioned AI tools, exposing sensitive data and trusting outputs that can be confidently wrong. This...

By: Chris Gross
February 3, 2026

Can AI Productivity Become Too Much? The Rise of Output Overwhelm

AI is helping teams move faster than ever, but more output doesn’t always mean more progress. As idea generation accelerates, many organizations are struggling to...

By: Nicole Kurtz
April 15, 2026

5 Real Incidents That Show How AI Can Accidentally Leak Company Data

Employees are using AI tools like ChatGPT to work faster, but without oversight, it’s creating a new risk called Shadow AI. From leaked source code...

By: Chris Gross
April 8, 2026

AI Fluency Is Becoming a Defining Trait of Great Leaders

AI is transforming how organizations operate, but most are not seeing real results. The missing link is AI fluency, not just access to tools. Leaders...

By: Zach Morrison
April 1, 2026

Why Generative AI Training Is No Longer Optional

Artificial intelligence is already shaping the modern workplace, often through employee-driven adoption known as Shadow AI. While AI tools can significantly boost productivity, using them...

By: Zach Morrison
March 25, 2026

The AI Risk Your Organization Might Be Underestimating

A recent LinkedIn poll asked cybersecurity professionals which AI risk concerns them most. Surprisingly, Shadow AI received far fewer votes than we expected. But what...

By: Zach Morrison
March 18, 2026

Training That Sells: How Certifications Drive Revenue in 2026

By: Zach Morrison
March 11, 2026

March Madness is Here and So is Our Full-Court Press in Cybersecurity

March Madness is all about preparation, strategy, and execution — and the same is true for cybersecurity in the age of AI. As threats accelerate,...

By: Zach Morrison
March 4, 2026

When AI Hallucinates: What ‘The Pitt’ Reveals About Cybersecurity and the Power of Human Oversight

AI-assisted tools promise efficiency in healthcare, but AI hallucinations can quietly introduce clinical and cybersecurity risk. As highlighted in The Pitt, human proof-checking and governance...

By: Zach Morrison
February 25, 2026

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