TechTalk Detroit

While moving into a new office space is exciting, it can at times be a daunting task. Join Chuck and Brian as they discuss how to properly move into your new space. 

Learn how to create a one-year business plan for IT professionals.

Cybersecurity in a Remote Workforce
Concerns revolving around network security, phishing emails, and password protection has become a new focus for businesses.

In this 30 minute interview with Brad from Arctic Wolf, Brian and Chuck discuss:

• How did Arctic Wolf initially transition to working fully remote? (02:10)
• What does Arctic Wolf do? (04:17)
• Has there been a noticable increase of cyberattacks during the COVID-19 pandemic? (05:45
• What are some tactics cybercriminals are using during this time? (07:24)
• What are some common scams cybercriminals are using? (08:30) 
  • Phishing emails
  • Making emails appear they are being sent from legitimate sources, such as hospitals
• What should you do differently when it comes to network security and working from home? (12:22) 
  • Be skeptical of email addresses you do not recognize
• How do you properly secure your network systems during this time? (12:49) 
  • Follow the basics of security
     • Be diligent
     • Use a password manager
     • Utilize MFA as often as you can
     • Make sure your computer systems are updated
     • Double check where your emails are coming from
• Should every business partner with a managed security operations center (SOC)? Furthermore, what is the overall value of doing so? (14:43) 
  • 20 Critical Security Controls (CIS) 
• Company reputation after a data breach (17:25)
• Why small businesses are a main target of cyberattacks. (18:18)
• Tools and tactics cybercriminals use to hack small/medium businesses (19:50) 
  • Small businesses are entry points to larger enterprises
• How is Arctic Wolf keeping company culture alive virtually? (22:46)

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Learn what steps Microsoft is taking to better support their partners during the pandemic.

In this interview, Chuck and Brian speak with Hannah L from Microsoft about:

• What will become of Microsoft’s larger events like Ignite and Inspire? (01:20)
• Microsoft Inspire event updates (01:45) 
  • The event will become a fully virtual experience
  • Inspire will be a free event in 2020
• What is the value of attending Microsoft’s Inspire? (03:49)
• What are the advantages of events moving to a virtual space? (05:58)
• How Microsoft is enabling its employees to work remotely (12:12) 
  • Microsoft has pledged to keep paying all retail workers
  • Microsoft has allocated funding to help parents
  • Employees were given funds to upgrade home offices
• What guidance is Microsoft giving to current employees? (14:40)
• The transition to working fully remote (15:47)
• Microsoft giving back to the community (17:30)
• Microsoft’s reputation with partners (17:45)

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With so many options, how do you know the correct plan is right for your business.
Join Chuck and Brian as they discuss how to choose the right Microsoft 365 plan for your business. 

With special guest George Cabon from Datto.

Chuck and Brian discuss work-life balance while working from home. 

Join Chuck and Brian as they discuss how financial firms can stay secure and compliant while working remotely.