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What does an IT support company do?
IT can be a daunting industry for many, and although the majority of people use IT every day of their lives for both work and leisure, once something goes wrong many can be at a loss for what to do. This is where an IT support company, like CiS could help – by offering the help and guidance you need, not only when something goes wrong but also as a preventative measure.
The Home Office of the Future
On this edition of The Business Brunch, join Paul Ballinger from STL Communications, Kellie Peters from Databasix and Neill Lawson-Smith from CIS, as they discuss the pros and cons of working from home and what the expectations are from customers.
The Home Office of the Future
Many are now having to embrace working from home as part of their daily diet of work, so how can you make it better, how can you ensure you’re doing it right, how can you ensure you’ve got all the bases covered?
The Home Office of the Future
Many are now having to embrace working from home as part of their daily diet of work, so how can you make it better, how can you ensure you’re doing it right, how can you ensure you’ve got all the bases covered?
What are the biggest threats to your business?
As the world limps on and businesses in the UK contend with the challenges of another period of lockdown, B4 members representing the Business Services, IT & Communications Hub marked Data Protection Day on Thursday 28th January 2021 by discussing what the major threats were to their businesses. With thanks to Darren Aston (Aston & James), Neill Lawson-Smith (CIS Ltd), Paul Ballinger (STL Communications), Salim Benadel (Storm Internet) and Kellie Peters (Databasix).
B4 Community Building Day
It’s B4 Community Building Day at B4. So we’re highlighting some recent and not so recent articles and press releases posted by B4 members over the past year or so.
B4 Sustainable Business Day
It’s B4 Sustainability Day at B4. So we’re highlighting some recent and not so recent articles and press releases posted by B4 members over the past year or so.
Business Services & Tech Day
It’s Business Services & Tech Day at B4. So we’re highlighting some recent and not so recent articles and press releases posted by B4 members over the past year or so.
Christmas is cancelled – But not for the food...
So…..just like most other companies this year we cancelled our Office Christmas Party because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Transforming Lives Through Ethical IT Recycling
What happens to your IT equipment when your business no longer has a use for it?
Has Business & IT Changed Forever?
The enforced lockdown due to the Coronavirus has placed a new demand for IT systems and technology like never before.
Could your business cope with 2 virus attacks: COVID-19...
With businesses adapting to working from home to ensure the business can continue either by staying above the water or thriving during these uncertain times, cyber security hasn’t always been at the forefront at the beginning.
How Artificial Intelligence is Revolutionising the Cyber Security Industry
It wasn’t that long ago that AI (Artificial Intelligence) was considered a terrifying product of the future, with robots taking over the world. However, AI at present is commonplace with elements of it touching all our lives.
Staying Ahead of the Game with CIS – Seven...
How clued up on cyber security is your business? On average, cybercrime already costs UK organisations £3000 per year, making cyber knowledge a must-have for your team. Luckily, updating your files and folders to avoid potential cyber-attacks does not have to be a chore.
Aspiring to new heights
Team Trifecta completes the Three Peaks Challenge for Charity. In aid of three Oxfordshire-based charities, 18 local business leaders scaled the three highest peaks in England, Scotland and Wales within 24 hours comprising the Trifecta 3Peaks Challenge.
30 Years of success has taught us… It’s still...
For Oxfordshire-based managed IT services provider CIS, 2019 marks 30 years of successfully supporting local business growth and business continuity. CIS have gone from strength to strength, with up to 30% YoY growth, dozens of awards, multiple acquisitions, and a prosperous future ahead.
High Stakes: Cybercrime and the $600bn dollar question
The war against cybercriminals has reached a critical point and businesses should ready themselves for an attack every 14 seconds, says Neill Lawson-Smith FBCS, MD of CIS Ltd
Has Private Cloud had its day?
From the days of MSN Messenger, iTunes, Gmail and AOL. We have always been consuming Cloud Computing. However, over the last few years there is no doubt that Cloud Computing has revolutionised the business sector.
3 Peaks, 3 Teams, 3 Charities The Trifecta
There’s a buzz going around Oxfordshire about business leaders teaming up with charities to pull off a fantastic charity challenge. What you’ve heard is true, and it’s called the Trifecta!
Culture Club
By empowering its staff and creating a structure for their success, CIS has developed an award-winning formula that provides first-class service and support to its own customers. B4 spoke to Founder and Managing Director, Neill Lawson-Smith.
CIS Ltd Awarded Employer of the Year at the...
CIS Ltd took home two key awards at the annual V4B Awards this month. The firm won Employer of the Year and its CEO Richard Marsh was also appointed joint Business Leader of the Year – underlining the firm’s commitment to ensuring both its staff and customers are given equal amounts of support, training and inspiration in a highly skilled environment. It was also a finalist in the Large Business of the Year award.
Placing Your Trust in the Hands of A Stranger
Leaning towards outsourcing your IT but looking to assess the benefits from extended support?
Encrypt and Invest to Secure Your Future
Securing data is a must to prevent yourself from becoming just another statistic, says Gareth Johnson
GDPR and the Significance of Encryption
By working with an MSP to encrypt your data you can ensure its security and forget about having to report any breaches to the ICO, says Gareth Johnson.
GDPR: A Reason to Move to the Cloud?
Among the many benefits cloud offers for businesses today, including lower CAPEX and OPEX, it can also help firms to comply with the latest EU regulation, says Gareth Johnson.