Feb 24, 2021
Azure, Government Cloud, Office 365
February 23rd was a huge day for Microsoft and the Defense Industrial Base (DIB). In a series of posts on the public sector blog, it was announced that Microsoft would now support DFARS 202.204-7012 in Azure Commercial and GCC. This…
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Feb 08, 2021
Government Cloud, Office 365, Security
You do NOT need GCC High to Meet CMMC That’s correct, you do not need GCC High to meet CMMC. There are no requirements in the Cyber Security Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) that require GCC High. HOWEVER, if you handle…
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Jan 04, 2021
Government Cloud, Office 365, Security
Protecting your data is of paramount importance for every organization, no matter what kind of data they hold. But some data requires special protection, particularly when it comes to handling government information. This information comes with some stringent requirements for…
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Dec 08, 2020
Finance, Office 365, Security
In January of this year, credit union trends were focused on uncertainty in the economic environment, demographic changes in the customer base, and disruptors in the financial services space. Specifically, credit unions were concerned with digital transformation. How could they: Create…
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Nov 30, 2020
Office 365
One concern when using cloud services is whether your service of choice supports PCI DSS compliance. If you are handling any kind of financial information, credit card companies require PCI compliance. This is intended to protect you and your customers…
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Nov 23, 2020
Office 365, Security
With the fast-paced workplace modernization and the need to reduce operational costs, it’s time for the financial institutions to think outside the box. Luckily for you, there’s a ready solution instore; Microsoft 365 financial industry helps companies leverage emerging cloud…
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Oct 19, 2020
Office 365, Security
Data loss prevention is paramount for every organization. That means keeping sensitive data from malicious actors and also preventing the accidental dissemination of this data. What you or your company considers sensitive data may vary based on your industry, but…
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Sep 28, 2020
Enterprise Mobility Suite, Office 365, Security, Windows
Understanding Microsoft 365 business licensing in terms of the differences between the Business and Office 365 enterprise options is going to be important if you want to incorporate either in your business operations. Here’s some information to help you understand…
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Sep 14, 2020
Active Directory, Azure, Office 365, Security
Migrating from the local Active Directory (AD) to Azure AD is a necessary undertaking for organizations that wish to harness the full benefits of cloud computing. Single sign-ins for many devices and applications, centralized management and storage of credentials, and…
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Sep 09, 2020
Microsoft Teams, Office 365
Microsoft’s Office 365 is a comprehensive platform with IT-based business solutions that help organizations operate effectively. If you’re not currently using it, you’d be wise to consider migrating your entire organization onto the platform, especially for a remote team. You…
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Sep 01, 2020
Enterprise Mobility Suite, Office 365, Security, Windows
Note: This article was updated on September 1st 2020. Older comments below may contain out of date information. Choosing an Office 365 license is a critical step before migrating to the cloud. With multiple options for small, medium and enterprise…
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Aug 10, 2020
Government Cloud, Office 365, Security
Since 2018, the DoD has required NIST 800-171 compliance for certain DoD contracts. However, they’ve struggled with low adoption rates across the Defense Industrial Base (DIB), confusing auditing systems, and overall friction relating to compliance. In an effort to broaden compliance,…
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