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The world of technology is changing fast and creating vast new opportunities while the risks facing companies are becoming more complex. Our team regularly updates this library with articles and white papers that we think everyone should read if they want to stay informed about the exciting world of technology. Enjoy!
You've heard a lot about the Dark Web. But, is it really a threat to your company, if you haven't been breached? Absolutely.
Ransomware is not something that happens to other people. It can happen to even the smallest company, and with the ransoms growing each year, this can be devastating for many small and mid-sized businesses. If you want help preparing your company to withstand these attacks, please contact Aeko at info@aekotech.com.
Average Ransomware Payment Increased 13% to $41,198 in Q3, 2019
The average payment for the keys to unlock files encrypted by ransomware has risen by 13% to $41,198 in quarter 3, 2019.Very few people can resist opening an email about an upcoming raise. But be careful. That's the latest phishing scam. Employee training is key to avoiding hostile scams that can cost your company vast sums of money. At Aeko, we specialize in helping our clients make sure their employees are alert and trained not to fall victim to these scams. info@aekotech.com
Phishing Campaign Uses Salary Increase Ploy: Report
A new phishing campaign lures employees with a message about a salary increase, according to researchers at the security firm Cofense. The campaign is designed toLeadership is one of those terms we all throw around, but how do you know if your boss is a true leader? How do you know if you are a true leader? Why does this matter? According to this article, three out of four employees report their boss is the worst or most stressful part of their job. Sound familiar? Read on...
4 Signs Your Manager Is A Poor Leader
Leadership is everywhere, here is how to tell if your leader is one to trust and look up to.This is a brief abstract from a longer paper with simple suggestions for helping your employees improve their critical thinking when it comes to business decisions. Having employees tuned into critical thinking and decision-making is a significant factor in your company's success. It's a 2-minute read and well worth it.
To Improve Your Employees’ Critical Thinking, Help Them Practice
One important aspect of critical thinking is the ability to compare ideas clearly and succinctly. It’s a skill that, like any other, grows with practice. To help your employees get better at sorting through a range of information, give them informal opportunities to try. For example, after a clien...If you are not familiar with Business Email Compromise (BEC) scams, you should take a minute to read this article. These are sophisticated yet simple frauds that can cost your company a lot of money. Let us know if you would like to talk about your internet security. info@aekotech.com
Florida city sends $742K to fraudsters as it bites the BEC hook
“Here’s our new bank account number,” the scammers said. When the real construction firm sent their invoice, payment was made to the crooks.This is a unique statistic on the way managers feel about cyber-security. "39 percent of cybersecurity and IT executives indicate their company is under-prepared to handle a data breach and 66 percent prefer negotiating with a used car salesperson over dealing with a breach, according to an Avertium survey." If you are avoiding cyber-security issues, please give us a call. At Aeko we can make cyber-security painless. 817-923-2419
People are the very first element in a pragmatic cybersecurity strategy - Help Net Security
The Aventium survey findings point to the continued criticality of the human element in identifying and addressing cyber threats.Pretty much everyone has heard about credit card skimmers at the gas pump. Get ready for the next wave: Virtual credit cards skimmers. www.aekotech.com
FBI Issues Payment Card Skimming Warning
The FBI issued a warning this week about skimmer attacks designed to steal payment card data from e-commerce sites. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security alsoThis is an excellent look at the science (that you can apply) of creating an exceptional customer experience. "The fact is, there’s a whole science to shaping great customer experiences and, contrary to what many business people think, it’s not all common sense."
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5 Words That Could Undermine Your Customer Experience Strategy
There’s more to customer experience than meets the eye – which is why a single, seemingly innocuous phrase can mean trouble for any business that’s trying to transform its customer experience.This situation included an employee how accessed, downloaded and sold patients' personal health records. At Aeko, we continue to
Florida Health System Slapped With $2.1 Million HIPAA Penalty
Federal regulators have smacked Jackson Health System with a $2.1 million civil monetary penalty for a series of HIPAA violations. The case is one of only a handfulIT Answers Every Manager Should Know.
By Brian Rodgers
CEO of Aeko Technologies
Most business owners and senior managers make certain they are informed and knowledgeable about the various parts of their business. However, when it comes to Information Technology (IT) operations and security, a great many owners and managers have been perfectly content to abdicate all responsibility to “the IT guy” (…)
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