Workplace by Direct

11/02/2026

Your internal IT team doesn't have to do it all alone.

Co-managed IT adds the expertise, coverage, and extra hands your team needs without handing over the keys. Fully managed IT puts day-to-day technology management in the hands of an outside provider.

Neither model is automatically better. The right fit depends on your team, your workload, and where you need support most.

Find out which approach makes sense for your business.

Compare staffing, cybersecurity, costs, and support to find the right IT model for your business.

10/30/2026

Your employees might already be using AI at work. But do you know what tools they're using and what company information they're sharing?

In a recent Pigeon605 article, Workplace by Direct's Joe Henderson and Don DeVore discuss the growing cybersecurity risks of AI, the importance of clear workplace policies, and how businesses can take advantage of AI without putting sensitive information at risk.

Read the full article: https://workplace-it.com/ai-cybersecurity-risks-businesses/

Your employees may already be using AI at work. Learn how to reduce cybersecurity risks, protect sensitive information, and establish safer AI policies.

10/30/2026

As Cybersecurity Awareness Month comes to a close, it’s a good reminder that staying secure takes ongoing attention.

From MFA and employee training to email security and threat monitoring, there are a lot of pieces to keep track of. That’s where Workplace can help.

We’ll help you build a stronger security strategy, protect your business, and keep your team one step ahead of threats.

10/28/2026

Think you’d spot a phishing email before you clicked?

Look for the red flags: unexpected links or attachments, urgent requests, unfamiliar sender addresses, requests for sensitive information, and anything that just feels off.

A few extra seconds to stop and check can help prevent a much bigger problem.

We broke down 8 ways to spot a suspicious email before you click.

Read the full article below.

Email is one of the most common ways cybercriminals try to access business systems.

10/26/2026

AI tools are powerful. That doesn't mean they need access to your company's sensitive information.

Before pasting something into an AI tool, ask:

Would I be comfortable sending this outside the company?

If the answer is no, don't paste it.

10/23/2026

Your employees can be one of your biggest cybersecurity risks, but they can also be one of your strongest defenses.

According to Verizon’s 2025 Data Breach Investigations Report, the human element was involved in 60% of breaches analyzed. That includes things like credential abuse, social engineering, errors, and interacting with malware.

That’s why cybersecurity awareness matters. The right training, tools, and support can help your team recognize threats and respond with confidence.

10/21/2026

The wait is over! Our Cybersecurity for Small Businesses webinar is here.

Our team breaks down common cybersecurity threats, overlooked security risks, and practical ways to better protect your business.

It's free, takes about 20 minutes, and there's no sign-up required.

Watch the full webinar: https://workplace-it.com/ai-readiness-review/

10/20/2026

Employee offboarding isn't just an HR task.

Email. Cloud apps. VPN. Files. Admin accounts.

When someone leaves, their access should be removed everywhere, immediately.

10/19/2026

Would your employees know when something is worth reporting?

Sometimes the biggest cybersecurity mistake is saying nothing because you’re not sure.

Our Cybersecurity for Small Businesses webinar goes live October 21 and looks at how better awareness and faster reporting can help stop small warning signs from becoming bigger problems.

Watch it here:
workplace-it.com/ai-readiness-review/

10/17/2026

Cybersecurity is more than firewalls and software. Your people, passwords, emails, and everyday technology habits all play a role.

Workplace can help your business:

👉 Train employees to spot phishing and suspicious emails
👉 Strengthen MFA, passwords, and user access
👉 Navigate AI-related security risks
👉 Identify practical ways to reduce your overall cyber risk

You don’t have to figure it all out on your own. We can help you build a stronger, smarter approach to cybersecurity.