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Making Working Remotely Work

March 9, 2017/in Blog Post, Newsletter, Tips /by Guest Author

By Lawrence Strauss, Strauss and Strauss Working remotely is trending. Yet, according to the American Community Survey, while telecommuting dramatically rose 79 percent between 2005 and 2012, telecommuters made up only 2.6 percent of the American work force; a pretty small percentage, and the true number is difficult to really get a handle on, as […]

Meet Your “Typical” Hacker – Know Thine Enemy

March 7, 2017/in Blog Post, Industry News, Managed IT, Security /by 3mediaweb

Imagine sitting in your chair watching TV after a long day in the office, you look up and there’s a stranger rummaging through your refrigerator… a little disconcerting at best! You would likely stand up and ask: “Who are you and how did you get into my house?” You would likely call the Police. This […]

Why Is Data Loss So Serious?

February 28, 2017/in Blog Post, Data-Backup, Managed IT, Security /by ABaker

Data Loss Can Completely Cripple Business Operations. In the event of extreme data loss such as the loss of an entire database, even temporarily, it is not uncommon for the impacted business processes to fail at multiple levels. The organization may be rendered helpless, unable to fulfill orders and struggling to update employee records. Producing […]

Tour of the new maintenance facility of the WRTA

February 23, 2017/in Blog Post, Industry News, Newsletter /by Garin Livingstone

Bryley’s President, Gavin Livingstone, who currently chairs the Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce (WRCC) Ambassadors, arranged for a group of 20 WRCC Ambassadors and staff to tour the new Worcester Regional Transit Authority (WRTA) maintenance facility at 42 Quinsigamond Avenue, Worcester. The tour was conducted by Jim Parker, General Manager of Central Mass Transit Management […]

The Costly Consequences of Losing Your Business Data – Would You Take the Risk?

February 21, 2017/in Blog Post, Data-Backup, Managed IT /by ABaker

Lost data is not a trivial matter. Don’t play with fire! Prevention is worth an ounce of cure. Like it or not, technology occasionally fails. It can happen to you. Why take the risk when instead you could be taking steps to protect your data and prevent disasters. Being prepared is always the best option. […]

Do’s and Don’ts of Password Security

February 14, 2017/in Blog Post, Industry News, Security /by 3mediaweb

We can’t say enough about the importance of passwords for your security Strong passwords are the frontline against cyberattacks. Passwords are the primary gatekeeper to secure your data, so it’s imperative to ensure it they’re as strong as possible. We have compiled a list of DOs and DO NOTs to help you create secure passwords. […]

It’s here! Announcing the launch of our new responsive-design Web site

February 10, 2017/in Announcement, Blog Post, Newsletter /by ABaker

After months of hard work and dedication, we are delighted to officially announce the launch of our responsive-design Web site that went live on February 7, 2017. The URL hasn’t changed. Take a look at www.bryley.com. Bryley Systems is a Managed IT Services Provider and a Managed Cloud Services Provider serving clients throughout New England. […]

5 Reasons Content Marketing on Social Media is Essential to Your Business’ Success

February 9, 2017/in Blog Post, Newsletter, Tips /by Guest Author

This week’s blog has been prepared by Russell Mangsen, Principal Consultant at Namra Consultion Group, LLC (NCG). Founded in 2016, NCG understands the importance of maintaining a strong online presence through social media channels. The organization seeks to create an online community for their clients and in turn develop long-term, trusting partnerships. Social media marketing […]

A Cybersecurity Plan Is NOT Optional – No Matter What Size Your Organization Is!

February 7, 2017/in Blog Post, Managed IT, Security /by ABaker

In 2016, cybercrime was on the rise, and within the past 5 years, the main targets have become smaller organizations. As organizations attempt to educate themselves on this evolving threat, computer hackers are hard at work looking for new vulnerabilities to exploit. IT professionals and business owners need to keep track of ongoing trends in […]

How and Why Is Cloud Computing Beneficial for Small and Medium Organizations?

January 31, 2017/in Blog Post, Cloud, Tips /by ABaker

Cloud computing is not just for large organizations. That’s a fact. Many small businesses are migrating to the cloud and experiencing benefits that were never possible before. Cloud computing allows people access to a wide range of applications via the Internet. Prior to the advent of cloud computing, software had to be downloaded and installed on […]

Brief Review of Cloud Trends in 2016 and Beyond

January 26, 2017/in Blog Post, Cloud, Newsletter /by Garin Livingstone

Cloud trends include1: Options – Switching Public Cloud platforms and Private Cloud compliance Familiarity – Greater understanding leads to refinement in selections Growth – Cloud tends to be the primary engine for IT growth Benefits – Reduction in costs leads all other benefits Options Approximately 43% of companies using Public Cloud services that were surveyed […]

Bryley Basics: Working with Webroot

January 12, 2017/in Blog Post, How To, Newsletter, Security /by Garin Livingstone

Greg Livingstone (Engineer) and Gavin Livingstone (President), Bryley Systems Inc. Webroot1 is a cybersecurity firm with “…leadership in developing next-generation approaches to prevent attacks, and a proven technology base that spans millions.”2 Webroot’s SecureAnywhere® Nex-Gen Endpoint Security (NGES) is a small-footprint (<1Mb) agent with Cloud-based threat intelligence designed to deliver advanced, next-generation, endpoint security. Webroot NGES […]

Case Study – Transportation Company Relies on Bryley Systems to Stabilize Technology

January 10, 2017/in Blog Post, Managed IT /by Garin Livingstone

The Company: RTA Transit Services, Inc., a private company operating on behalf of the Worcester Regional Transit Authority The Worcester Regional Transit Authority (WRTA) service area includes over half a million in population and is the second-largest regional transit authority in Massachusetts, serving 35 communities. WRTA maintains a fleet of 47 buses including four clean […]

Beware! Fake Update Request from Firefox Is a Virus!

December 22, 2016/in Announcement, Blog Post, Newsletter, Security, Tips /by Michelle Denio

By Michelle Denio, Technical Support Supervisor, Bryley Systems Thanks to a vigilant Bryley Systems client, we can now alert you to a new malware threat. A Bryley client submitted a service ticket about a Firefox update on his home computer. I was immediately suspicious because the supposed update had come through as a java script […]

Be Aware! How to Spot Phishing Emails

December 20, 2016/in Blog Post, Security, Tips /by ABaker

Phishing emails are malicious emails sent by criminals attempting to compromise your personal information. They often appear to be legitimate. So beware! Most phishing emails are disguised as messages from an authoritative entity asking you to visit a website and enter personal information. These websites are set up to gather personal details, which they can […]