IT Horizons Blog

Being a Data Steward means protecting people’s information with care and transparency. As more of our work and lives move into the cloud, it’s important to understand where data lives, who looks after it, and what rules apply. In this blog, we’ll walk through the basics of the cloud, data residency and sovereignty, and why having a trusted data steward matters. What Is the Cloud? Whenever you use cloud services to save your photos or documents, back up your business information, or use online apps, your data is being stored on a real computer servers. The cloud is just a network of these servers that store, manage, and process your data so you can access your files and use software over the internet. When you use cloud-based services, your information isn’t floating in space. In reality, your data lives on physical servers, in multiple datacenters, somewhere in North America. Of...

Your friendly guide to making IT less overwhelming—for good Are you wondering if your business needs IT managed services? Or maybe you’re concerned about whether it fits your budget? If your company has more than four or five computers, it’s probably time to consider IT managed services. The good news is, it’s more accessible than you might think. Let’s do a quick check-in. Have you ever found yourself: Spending more time fixing computer issues than doing your actual job? Wishing you could plan—rather than react—when it comes to technology expenses? Noticing a chaotic mix of different computers and software in your office? Relying on just one person for computer support (and dreading what happens if they get sick or take a vacation)? Watching “computer support” happen off the side of someone’s desk? Seeing files saved all over the place instead of in one central, safe location? Having staff use personal...