FTS Technology Group

03/21/2026

📬 Quick question for agency owners:

Does your staff know what to do if they receive a suspicious email? Do they know who to call? Is there a process?

For most small agencies, the honest answer is no — and that gap is exactly what hackers count on.

We covered this in our latest blog post, including a simple action plan for what to do if someone clicks something they shouldn't have.

👇 Read it here:
https://ftstechnology.com/post/The-Phishing-Email-Fooling-Agency-Staff-Right-Now

03/18/2026

⚠️ Could your team spot a fake email from a carrier?

Phishing scams targeting insurance agencies have gotten remarkably sophisticated. They don't look like spam anymore — they look like routine emails from carriers, compliance providers, or even colleagues.

In Part 2 of our Protect Your Agency series, we break down exactly what these emails look like, the red flags to watch for, and what to do immediately if someone clicks.

This one is worth sharing with your whole team. 👇
https://ftstechnology.com/post/The-Phishing-Email-Fooling-Agency-Staff-Right-Now

03/17/2026

❄️ OFFICE CLOSURE NOTICE – Tuesday, March 17th ❄️

Due to continued snow removal operations in the wake of Blizzard Elsa, our office will remain CLOSED on Tuesday, March 17th. We appreciate your patience as our community works through the cleanup.

📞 Fully contracted businesses: You have our emergency contact number — please don't hesitate to reach out if something can't wait!

🧹 If you're still out there clearing snow, please take it slow and stay safe — the snow will get cleared, but there's no rushing your safety!

Another massive THANK YOU to all of our plow operators, police, fire, EMS, emergency workers, and utility crews who are STILL out there working hard to restore our community. Your dedication does not go unnoticed — we are so grateful! 🚒🚓❤️

We hope to be back open Wednesday. Stay warm and be safe, Algoma! ⛄

03/16/2026

❄️ OFFICE CLOSURE NOTICE – Monday, March 16th ❄️

Due to Blizzard Elsa and the City of Algoma’s street parking ban in effect until 2:00 PM Monday, our office will be CLOSED on Monday, March 16th to allow for the massive snow cleanup effort underway.

📞 Fully contracted businesses: You have our emergency contact number — don’t hesitate to use it if needed.
🧹 Please stay safe while clearing snow — take your time and don’t overdo it!
A huge THANK YOU to all of our incredible plow operators, police, fire, EMS, emergency workers, and utility crews working tirelessly to keep our community safe. We see you and we appreciate you! 🚒🚓❤️
We look forward to seeing everyone Tuesday.

Stay warm, Algoma! ⛄

03/14/2026

📌 Did you catch our latest blog post?

We kicked off a 6-part series called Protect Your Agency — written specifically for small independent insurance agents.

Part 1 explains why agencies like yours are being targeted by cybercriminals right now, what data makes you attractive to hackers, and what the consequences of a breach actually look like.

If you know another agency owner who should read this, tag them or share it their way. 👇
https://ftstechnology.com/post/Why-Insurance-Agencies-Are-Hackers-Favorite-Target

03/13/2026

⚠️ Heads Up — Winter Storm & Your Starlink Dish
With up to 32 inches of snow expected in Wisconsin this weekend, we want to give you a heads up about your Starlink service.
Starlink dishes have a built-in snow-melt feature, but heavy, fast-accumulating snowfall like what's forecast can overwhelm it — leading to snow buildup on the dish and potential service outages.
If you lose your Starlink connection during the storm, snow accumulation on the dish may be the cause. Carefully clearing the snow off may resolve the issue and restore your service.
🔹 Please only attempt this if you can do so safely
🔹 Clearing your dish is done at your own risk
🔹 Stay safe out there — no internet connection is worth an injury
We'll be monitoring things on our end. Don't hesitate to reach out if you have questions. Stay warm, Northeast Wisconsin! ❄️

03/12/2026

🔒 Is your insurance agency safe from hackers?

Most small agency owners assume cybercriminals are only going after big corporations. The reality? Independent agencies are actually prime targets — and the reason comes down to the data you handle every day.

Social Security numbers. Financial records. Client home addresses. To a hacker, a small agency's client files are worth a lot — and small offices typically have far fewer defenses than larger companies.

We've been seeing it happen to agencies in our region. That's why we wrote this article — not to scare you, but to make sure you know what you're up against.

Read Part 1 of our Protect Your Agency series 👇
https://ftstechnology.com/post/Why-Insurance-Agencies-Are-Hackers-Favorite-Target

03/11/2026

🧠 Wednesday Tech Trivia

You use it every day… but do you know its real name?

The # symbol actually has an official name.

❓ What is it called?

A) Hash
B) Pound Sign
C) Octothorpe
D) Tic-Tac-Toe Grid

Drop your guess in the comments! 👇

I’ll reveal the answer later today.

03/06/2026

Thank you Valerie for the ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Google review!

We really appreciate the support from our customers across Northeast Wisconsin. Reviews like this help small local businesses like ours grow.

02/11/2026

Imagine curling… but with old computers and laptops. 😂
If tech recycling was an Olympic sport, we’d be going for gold. 🥇💻

What piece of “vintage tech” do you remember using back in the day?

12/23/2025

A little install in the Kaukauna/Combined Locks area today. Picture taken during setup testing so not everything is complete in this picture. Customer is opening a new office space. We were brought in by one of our data wiring partners. They are handling the data wiring, cameras, and door access systems.

12/19/2025

The holidays are busy enough—hackers are counting on it. 🎄
A recent fake “GoDaddy” email looked real enough to fool almost anyone. One click could’ve meant stolen credit card info.
Learn what to watch for and how to stay safe this holiday season. 🔐

Hackers love the holidays. Learn how a fake GoDaddy email could steal credit card info—and how to protect your business this season.