How MSPs Can Prevent Supply Chain Attacks
How MSPs Can Prevent Supply Chain Attacks Chris Swagler | November 9th, 2022 A new era of supply chain attacks is emerging, affecting numerous clients directly and indirectly. Various headline-grabbing incidents, including SolarWinds and Log4j, are only the tip of the iceberg as supply chain attacks increased by 650% in 2021. As the potential […]
What is Cybersecurity Risk Management for MSP?
What is Cybersecurity Risk Management for MSP? Chris Swagler | November 5th, 2022Cybersecurity risk management is an approach used by Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and other IT professionals to prioritize incoming and probable cyber threats. Implementing an effective cybersecurity risk management plan will ensure that threats are mitigated, lowering dwell time and the damage […]
What MSPs Should Know About the Strengthening American Cybersecurity Act
What MSPs Should Know About the Strengthening American Cybersecurity Act Chris Swagler | November 1st, 2022 The Strengthening American Cybersecurity Act of 2022 which was recently enacted has specific implications for managed service providers (MSPs). This is the first time that MSPs’ internal security has been addressed in law. According to Title II, MSPs […]
How Cybersecurity Companies Can Enhance MSPs’ Offerings
How Cybersecurity Companies Can Enhance MSPs’ Offerings Chris Swagler | October 26th, 2022 Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) continue to have a high demand for cybersecurity companies, with many expressing a desire to buy security solutions from their trusted managed service providers (MSPs). Despite the significant opportunity, numerous MSPs lack the expertise to provide […]
MSPs Must Maintain High Expectations for Cybersecurity Companies
MSPs Must Maintain High Expectations for Cybersecurity Companies Chris Swagler | October 11th, 2022MSPs have a lot riding to ensure their clients have a positive experience and secure environment. Research indicates that 95% of MSP clients who changed providers did so because they were dissatisfied with the service they received. To meet the expectations, […]
Three Significant Cybersecurity Threats That Concern MSPs
Three Significant Cybersecurity Threats That Concern MSPs Chris Swagler | October 6th, 2022Managed service providers (MSPs) have been the target of cybersecurity threats that are gaining public attention. According to a survey of 200 MSPs across the United States, 74% experienced a cyberattack in the last year, with 83% reporting that their SMB clients […]
7 Main Cybersecurity Features MSPs Should Utilize
7 Main Cybersecurity Features MSPs Should Utilize Chris Swagler | October 3rd, 2022The most important success factor for Managed Service Providers (MSPs) is customer trust. Nonetheless, it’s only possible with the right company partnerships. MSPs need to select cybersecurity companies with tailored and strategic service and toolset offerings that can meet each customer’s evolving […]
Why SpearTip Is An Ideal Cybersecurity Company For MSPs
Why SpearTip Is An Ideal Cybersecurity Company For MSPs Chris Swagler | September 19th, 2022 When MSPs are choosing a cybersecurity company that can provide all their cybersecurity needs, SpearTip is the ideal cybersecurity company and here’s why. In the past five years, 60% of companies have experienced a cyberattack that financially damaged their business. 52% […]
Foundational Cybersecurity Practices for MSPs and Their Clients
Foundational Cybersecurity Practices for MSPs and Their Clients Chris Swagler | September 13th, 2022Managed service providers (MSPs) want to provide their clients with the best services, including maintaining their data security and updating their systems. Having a complete command of information security fundamentals is the first step in communicating between MSPs and their […]
Why Threat Actors Are Increasingly Targeting MSPs
Why Threat Actors Are Increasingly Targeting MSPs Chris Swagler | August 30th, 2022It’s becoming more important for managed service providers (MSPs) to maintain a robust security posture as more companies outsource their IT and data workloads. Malicious threat actors are always looking for new ways to identify and exploit vulnerabilities. Threat actors are increasingly […]
