It’s the most wonderful (and risky) time of the year for online shoppers. Between Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and year-end sales, millions of consumers will spend hours browsing, buying, and clicking through digital deals. Unfortunately, cybercriminals are also gearing up for their own version of the holiday rush, launching phishing scams, fake online stores, and…

Why Your Business Needs a Data Audit Before Using Any Automation Tools  Small and midsize businesses are eager to see what tools like Microsoft Copilot can do for their teams. The promise of automation, efficiency, and smarter workflows is exciting, but before you roll anything out, it’s important to ask one crucial question: Is your…

Time to Upgrade  Windows 11: the obvious solution to the Windows 10 End of Life problem. Windows 11 delivers a competitive edge for small and mid-sized businesses through stronger security, faster performance, and modern tools that help your people work smarter. Don’t put your systems at risk, start maximizing the advantages right now.  Windows 11…

Including Files in Teams, Email in Outlook, Documents and Files in OneDrive or SharePoint  Many businesses assume that Microsoft 365 automatically backs up their data. The reality? Microsoft’s built-in retention policies only go so far. That means if emails, Teams messages, or OneDrive files are accidentally (or maliciously) deleted, you may be out of luck. …

What it Means for Your Business and What to Do  If your business is still running Windows 10, the clock is ticking. On October 14, Microsoft will officially end support for its most widely used operating system. That means no more security patches, bug fixes, or technical support, leaving millions of devices vulnerable to cyberattacks. …

Why Your Business Needs an AI Usage Policy Generative AI tools like ChatGPT have quickly become everyday business helpers, streamlining tasks, boosting creativity, and even improving customer support. But while they offer exciting benefits, there’s a hidden risk many small businesses overlook. They may accidentally expose your company’s sensitive data.  Chances are, your team is…

From Dial-Up to Co-Owner  Brett’s journey into tech began in the early ’80s, sparked by a love for dial-up modems and Bulletin Board Systems. That passion led him through roles in LAN/WAN administration, startups, and large corporations-ultimately landing him at TeamMIS, where he’s grown into a co-owner of the firm.  “Technology came naturally to me,”…

Windows 10 EOL Gives Cybercriminals a Golden Opportunity   Cybercriminals are waiting and preparing for Windows 10 EOL next month. It’s an opportunity that leaves a wide-open door they can easily exploit   When Microsoft officially ends support for Windows 10, more than 200 million devices worldwide will no longer receive critical security updates. For hackers, this…