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The data security equivalent of leaving your keys in the doorOlly DenhardFounder, IT Trouble Free[post_published]We all take great care to keep our homes secure. Yet some business owners and managers don’t have the same attitude towards their business and its data security. Which is crazy. Because there are a lot more people trying to access your business’s data, than trying… (Read More)

MileIQ: Automatic mileage tracker ​Olly DenhardFounder, IT Trouble Free[post_published]Tracking milage when driving for a business is one of the most commonly forgotten tasks. However did you know there is an app that can track milage automatically for you? You probable already have it as its part of Microsoft 365. Here are some details.  Would you like to discuss upgrading your… (Read More)

Excel: Making life easier with ‘Smart Lookup’Olly DenhardFounder, IT Trouble Free[post_published]Excel isn’t just for crunching numbers. It’s got a host of very clever features to make your life easier, and you more productive.  Here’s one you might not know about. It’s where Excel can look up the contents of a spreadsheet cell for you.Would you like to discuss upgrading your… (Read More)

Keep a look out for malware traps!Olly DenhardFounder, IT Trouble Free[post_published]For years we have been warning businesses that your emails are the most likely place to experiance a cyber attack. But your emails are not the only way for a cyber criminal to break in to your systems! Here are some other malware scams to look out for.Would you like… (Read More)

 Millions of smart phones are lost each yearOlly DenhardFounder, IT Trouble Free[post_published]For every 100 mobile devices your business purchases did you know that up to 5 of them will be lost or stolen? Potentially this could mean that could mean that criminals could access your data. Here's our simple solution to protect all your devices.Would you like to discuss upgrading… (Read More)

How to spot a ransomware attack before real damage is doneOlly DenhardFounder, IT Trouble Free[post_published]One of the most terrifying things that can happen to your business is a ransomware attack. This is where a hacker encrypts all your data, making it unusable. They won’t undo the damage unless you pay a big fee, the ransom fee. The reason they can… (Read More)

Why the 3CX phone system could be the solution for your business.Olly DenhardFounder, IT Trouble Free[post_published]Finding a phone system provider that integrates with your CRM and helps you manage your customers could change the way you work!  We’ve recently received enquiries from several white goods repairers asking for help to address their issues around finding a reliable, flexible phone system.… (Read More)

Are you protecting your business from cyber-crime?Olly DenhardFounder, IT Trouble Free[post_published]Increasing by at least 50% since 2018, cyber-crime now accounts for over $1 trillion in annual losses to the worldwide economy each year. These criminals are targeting businesses just like yours. So, it makes sense you should put protecting your business high on the list of priorities, and sooner rather… (Read More)

Increasing by at least 50% since 2018, cyber-crime now accounts for over $1 trillion in annual losses to the worldwide economy each year. These criminals are targeting businesses just like yours. So, it makes sense you should put protecting your business high on the list of priorities, and sooner rather than later! To help, we’ve prepared our 5 step plan to prepare and protect your business in 2021 (Read More)