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How to Pass Your IT Insurance Audit with Flying Colours Preparing for an IT Insurance Audit (Without the Stress) One of our clients recently had to go through an IT insurance audit before renewing their policy. They scored an impressive 93%, and the insurance company was happy to continue coverage. We were equally happy because it meant we were providing excellent managed IT services. (The 7% was from a concern in their system that was outside our work!) That experience got us thinking: IT insurance audits can feel a bit intimidating, but they’re actually a great opportunity. They show how well your current systems protect your organization and where you might need to tighten things up. Let’s break it down in a simple, no-stress way. What’s an IT Insurance Audit, Really? In short, the insurance company wants to make sure you’re doing your part to protect your systems. The better...

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and at IT Horizons, we’re here to help you and your team navigate the digital world safely. While cyber threats continue to evolve, there are things you can do to secure your personal and professional information. Here are seven simple steps:   1. Use Strong Passwords Don’t use the same password for all your logins. Create complex passwords using letters, numbers, and symbols. Managing multiple passwords? Try using a password manager for increased security and convenience. We’ve found that BitWarden is a good, user-friendly option for managing passwords within an organization. You can customize it to provide just enough access for those who need it, and nothing more. Going passwordless is becoming a strong up and coming authentication method. It requires enrolling a PIN and matching your biometric (fingerprint) with your Windows devices using Windows Hello for Business. For all other devices you would use...