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The Five Dimensions of AI Readiness: Understanding the Risks that Impact AI Adoption

AI adoption is not just a technology challenge. It is a readiness challenge. Discover how the five dimensions of AI readiness help organizations identify adoption...

By: Zach Morrison
July 21, 2026

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

Phone-Based 2FA: Not so Secure After All

In a time where data breaches have become the norm, there is no such thing as exercising too much caution when it comes to protecting...

By: Art Gross
August 3, 2018

Exactis Database Leaks 340 Million Records of Personal Data

There is a good chance you’ve never heard of the major marketing and data aggregation company Exactis, but that doesn’t mean they don’t know you....

By: Art Gross
July 30, 2018

Ransomware wreaks havoc on towns across the U.S.

Ransomware should be a concern for everyone, from small businesses to large corporations, although the likelihood of suffering from an attack may be dependent on...

By: Art Gross
July 16, 2018

Security Awareness Training – Time to Jump on the Bandwagon

Human-error; we talk about it all the time, but what exactly do we mean? Human-error occurs when an individual performs a task or does something...

By: Art Gross
June 10, 2018

10 Predictions: Why You Need Cybersecurity Awareness Training Now

There are so many predictions for 2018 when it comes to cyber security. Gathering them all would make an endless list. So let’s focus on...

By: Art Gross
March 25, 2018

NY DFS Enforcing Cybersecurity Requirements

If you are a New York Financial Services organization and have not complied with the New York Department of Financial Services (DFS) Cybersecurity Regulations (23...

By: Art Gross
March 5, 2018

Infographic: SMB Security Checklist

By: Art Gross
March 3, 2018

Small Business Cyber Security: The Ostrich Effect

The following blog first appeared on the Secure ERP blog. It is reprinted here with permission. Some small business owners will realize I’m describing them...

By: Art Gross
March 1, 2018

Stop Selling AI Tools. Start Delivering Productivity Outcomes.

Too many MSPs lead with flashy AI tools—but what clients really want are productivity outcomes. This blog breaks down how to shift the conversation, focus...

By: Art Gross
October 1, 2025

Cybersecurity Taught MSPs How To Win with AI

Cybersecurity gave MSPs a proven playbook for success. Now AI is following the same path—but at ten times the speed....

By: Art Gross
September 24, 2025

AI Consultants Are Targeting Your Clients: How MSPs Can Respond

Back in 2010, EHR consultants showed up during the implementation gold rush. They suddenly became the strategic voice in healthcare technology while MSPs became just...

By: Art Gross
September 17, 2025

Building an AI Team for MSPs: People or Skills?

As MSPs dive into AI services, one of the biggest questions is: "Do I need to hire AI experts, or can my current team handle...

By: Art Gross
September 10, 2025

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

MSP AI Adoption: You Can’t Sell What You Don’t Use

Many MSPs are rushing to offer AI services to clients while they haven’t implemented AI adoption within their own companies. The reality check: When clients...

By: Art Gross
August 26, 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

Words With Friends Hack Could Affect 218 Million Users

I’d Like a Word with You In fact, I’d like a word with all 218 million of you. Yes, that is the number of users...

By: Art Gross
October 2, 2019

Breach Accountability

This week I saw a story link come across my newsfeed to “make sure you get your money from Experian” – it was referring to...

By: Art Gross
July 31, 2019

The Blame Game

When a breach occurs, after the confusion and panic have passed (or merely settled in), the finger pointing starts. Generally, clients assume that since the...

By: Art Gross
April 30, 2019

How to Create an Incident Response Plan

Data breaches are extremely common as technology continues to advance. Of those breaches, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are a favored target for cybercriminals. In...

By: Art Gross
March 20, 2019

But You Changed Your Password – So How Did This Happen?

Anna Jones is an employee of Your Financial Services, Inc. and has used LinkedIn since 1996. It’s been a great tool for listing her employment...

By: Art Gross
March 1, 2019

Employees: The #1 Cause of Data Breaches

As the multi-billion-dollar industry of cybercrime continues to thrive, employees remain the number one cause of cyber attacks. Despite cybercriminals relentlessly targeting and attacking organizations...

By: Art Gross
October 11, 2018

Breached Records to Skyrocket with SMBs as the Biggest Targets

A lot can happen in 5 years, and unfortunately, not always for the better. According to a recent report by Juniper Research, Cybercrime & the...

By: Art Gross
September 17, 2018

Phone-Based 2FA: Not so Secure After All

In a time where data breaches have become the norm, there is no such thing as exercising too much caution when it comes to protecting...

By: Art Gross
August 3, 2018

Evolution Is a Process

In the past year, we’ve all seen how changes can be thrown at us unexpectedly. We are presented with the need to evolve and grow...

By: Art Gross
June 29, 2021

Build A Human Firewall In Minutes!

All of the minutes add up! There’s a lot to do when it comes to keeping up with multiple clients who are often in “crisis...

By: Art Gross
June 1, 2021

Guest Blog: Network Design Consultants

This week we welcome Scott McClain, owner of Network Design Consultants as he discusses his experience as an MSP with healthcare clients and how his...

By: Art Gross
May 17, 2021

Cybersecurity Awareness Month

October kicks off 2020’s cybersecurity awareness month, and if this year has given us any type of certainty, it’s that smart cyber practices are a...

By: Art Gross
October 5, 2020

Tell Me About Yourself

You can’t help someone effectively if you don’t know the details of their situation. So how can you determine what your clients need if you...

By: Art Gross
September 14, 2020

Marketing Magic

Marketing Magic Having an in-house marketing team is not always possible for small businesses. Also, it can be difficult to maintain an ever-growing and ever-changing...

By: Art Gross
July 13, 2020

Smart Appliances & Cybersecurity

And so, the season starts. Which one is it that we’re referring to? Cyber Monday, Black Friday, Prime Day…all of these sales tend to lean...

By: Art Gross
October 19, 2020

We Don’t Negotiate

The United States government has been known to take a stand of ‘we don’t negotiate with terrorists’ when it comes to discussions of ransom. Whether...

By: Art Gross
October 12, 2020

It Was to Be Expected

We knew that any type of newsworthy topic was going to give cybercriminals so much opportunity - and COVID-19 gave them so much bang for...

By: Art Gross
September 21, 2020

Dark Economy

“This pandemic is great for my business!” said very few people. Unless you’re a hacker. And then it’s likely that business is booming. We don’t...

By: Art Gross
August 17, 2020

Scare Tactics

It should hardly come as a surprise to anyone that cybercriminal activity has surged in 2020. By May of this year, the number of reported...

By: Art Gross
July 27, 2020

Small Business, Big Risk

There is no way to emphasize enough, just how important it is for small businesses to be prepared for a cyberattack. But according to a...

By: Art Gross
June 29, 2020

Double Rewards – The Rise in Ransom Payments

The rate at which data breaches are occurring is on the rise, this we know. But another corresponding rate on the rise is the dollar...

By: Art Gross
February 7, 2020

Ransomware Attacks up 105% in Q1 of 2019

Ransomware Is Not Randomware Gone are the days where you “might know” someone who has, or will, come under attack to a ransomware attack. The...

By: Art Gross
May 29, 2019

Opportunities for MSPs in Healthcare

Managed Service Providers (MSPs) are uniquely positioned to become invaluable partners to healthcare organizations by offering comprehensive cybersecurity and compliance solutions. The healthcare industry, being...

By: Art Gross
August 29, 2024

Social Security Breach: How to Protect Yourself

A hacker claims to have stolen every Social Security number (SSN). This alarming breach has sparked significant concerns, with potential implications for identity theft, financial...

By: Art Gross
August 16, 2024

Open-Source AI in Cybersecurity

Staying ahead of the curve is more than a necessity; it's a survival tactic when it comes to cybersecurity. Recently, Meta took a significant step...

By: Art Gross
August 2, 2024

Strengthening Cybersecurity: A Collective Responsibility

Cybersecurity is a critical component of business operations and the responsibility of the business and the individual. A recent breach involving TeamViewer's employee credentials underscores...

By: Art Gross
July 5, 2024

Security Awareness & AI Training Reduces Breach Risk

Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) face unique challenges and opportunities today with the threat of cybercrime and the rise of artificial intelligence. Training employees in...

By: Art Gross
June 14, 2024

AI & MSPs: Defining Your Role in the AI Revolution

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept; it's a present-day reality transforming industries worldwide. Managed Service Providers (MSPs) are uniquely positioned to lead...

By: Art Gross
May 31, 2024

Artificial Intelligence: Leadership Messaging

We continue the conversation regarding Artificial Intelligence and how important it is for executive leadership to embrace AI and convey that value to their team...

By: Art Gross
May 24, 2024

AI In Workplace Challenges

Microsoft and LinkedIn released their joint Work Trend Index "AI at Work Is Here. Now Comes the Hard Part" which explores the significant impact of...

By: Art Gross
May 17, 2024

The Benefits of Continuous Employee Learning

In today’s fast-paced business environment, adapting to technology changes and staying ahead of the competition is difficult. As an MSP, you can help your clients...

By: Art Gross
August 23, 2024

Strengthening Cybersecurity: A Collective Responsibility

Cybersecurity is a critical component of business operations and the responsibility of the business and the individual. A recent breach involving TeamViewer's employee credentials underscores...

By: Art Gross
July 5, 2024

Security Awareness & AI Training Reduces Breach Risk

Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) face unique challenges and opportunities today with the threat of cybercrime and the rise of artificial intelligence. Training employees in...

By: Art Gross
June 14, 2024

The Importance of Cybersecurity Training

Individuals have diverse learning styles. Some grasp instructions effortlessly with a single reading, while others thrive on visual or hands-on learning experiences. There is value...

By: Art Gross
December 8, 2023

End of Year Preparation

As the end of the year gets closer, it's not just the holiday season that demands our attention—it's also a crucial time for businesses to...

By: Art Gross
December 1, 2023

Establish a Cybersecurity Knowledge Baseline

The weakest link in any organization's cybersecurity infrastructure is often its employees. To address this vulnerability, it is crucial to have a baseline understanding of...

By: Art Gross
September 29, 2023

The Importance of Ongoing Training

Organizations of any size, and of all industries must adopt a proactive approach to protect their assets through a strong cybersecurity program. And an integral...

By: Art Gross
July 14, 2023

The Importance of Ongoing Cybersecurity Training

As most of us are aware, and especially in the tech industry, cybersecurity is a critical concern for businesses of all sizes. With the increasing...

By: Art Gross
March 17, 2023

Cybersecurity Stories: When Your Boss Isn’t Really Your Boss

When an employee joined a video call with their company’s CFO, everything looked normal, until it wasn’t. In one of the most bizarre cybersecurity stories...

By: Zach Morrison
November 12, 2025

The Dark Web Explained

The Dark Web isn’t just a hackers playground – it's a hidden marketplace where stolen data and credentials are traded daily. Learn what it is,...

By: Zach Morrison
November 5, 2025

Ready. Set. Accelerate to Awareness at IT Nation Connect 2025

Breach Secure Now is headed to IT Nation Connect 2025! Visit booth #417 to learn how MSPs can launch a foundational AI service offering, explore...

By: Nicole Kurtz
October 29, 2025

How MSPs Can Build a Culture That Celebrates Learning

Breach Secure Now enables MSPs to build a culture that values learning and celebrates growth. With over 15,000 certificates already shared on LinkedIn, training becomes...

By: Nicole Kurtz
October 16, 2025