Category: Data Protection
While the migration to the cloud with databases, enterprise applications, and many other processes has been a no-brainer for many companies, highly regulated industries oftentimes face a slightly slower, more complicated move to the cloud. Some industries have made moves to acknowledge and address the changing IT landscape. In 2013 HIPAA extended compliance rules beyond […]
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In a recent post, we proposed a few “database resolutions” for the new year. At the top of that list was “Stop Reacting, Get Proactive.” The value of ending the cycle of “deal with it as it happens” with your databases cannot be overstated. Busy IT teams are tasked with doing more with less resources. […]
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Are you concerned that your current security infrastructure may not accurately detect today’s sophisticated attacks? Do you know how applications are being used on your network? How does your enterprise security stack up against similar organizations? If these are the types of questions you are asking, then it is time to evaluate your network security. […]
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Both LightEdge and OnRamp have been in business for over two decades. Having extremely similar journeys, our paths crossed in July of 2018 when LightEdge acquired OnRamp. Since then, the two companies have been working as one to bring customers the best in highly compliant and secure cloud and colocation services. Each company has experienced […]
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The whole month of October is National Cybersecurity Awareness month, which is the perfect time to reflect on past strategies and get better protected. This month, take time to look at your current cybersecurity strategy and determine whether your business can identify, detect and respond to threats appropriately. If not, it is time to get […]
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Right now, many areas of the United States are experiencing natural disasters. With hurricane season at its peak and tornados, snow, and wildfires affecting other areas of the country, there is no better time to update your disaster recovery plan. While natural disasters seem to be top of mind right now, not all emergencies come […]
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Smart business leaders understand the importance of ongoing cybersecurity and insider threats education. They know that their entire team must be well-educated on the importance and best practices of cybersecurity. While employees may not intentionally act maliciously, they could be putting their company’s data at risk. Unfortunately, educating entire teams with little to no technical […]
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Emergencies and disasters rarely come with advance notice. Without a proper business continuity plan in place, business productivity can plummet, and operations can suffer serious downtime. Each incident can elicit different consequences, so being prepared for anything gives companies the best shot at survival. Getting a current and well-tested plan in the hands of a […]
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Data Center Security Guide In a rush to build or expand the facility, many colocation providers overlook the single most important factor that should be built into every detail: data center security. Everything from networks and power generators to the physical infrastructure should be designed and installed with data center security top of mind. Most […]
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For most businesses, acquiring space from a data center colocation provider is the better business and technical decision. Maintaining a private facility requires excess time, money and expertise that could be better allocated to the core mission of your company. The increasing security and compliance demands can be too much for in-house data centers to […]
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