With the rapid adoption of cloud environments, IoT devices, and remote workforces, the attack surface of many organizations has grown exponentially. Each new system or endpoint introduces potential vulnerabilities that need to be identified, managed, and mitigated. This expanded attack surface makes it difficult to track all the moving parts, leaving organizations vulnerable to breaches.

The first line of defense in any robust IT infrastructure is controlling who can physically access critical hardware and data centers. Implementing security measures like biometric authentication, RFID badges, and access control systems drastically reduces the risk of unauthorized entry. This is particularly crucial for preventing insider threats and external breaches that could lead to data theft or system tampering.

In this article, you will learn effective ways on how to manage IT costs. Recently, IT departments face increasing pressure to reduce costs while maintaining high-quality services. A McKinsey and University of Oxford study found that large IT projects, on average, run 45% over budget and 7% over time while delivering 56% less value than predicted. This alarming trend emphasizes the need for effective IT cost management strategies.

Network access control (NAC) is a critical component of any organization’s cybersecurity strategy. As companies adopt increasingly flexible work environments and emerging technologies like the Internet of Things (IoT), their networks have expanded rapidly. More users, devices, and access points mean more potential vulnerabilities that attackers could exploit. Implementing NAC solutions lets organizations stay securely connected despite relying on a complex, dynamic infrastructure.

In separate incidents this past month, I’ve helped clients troubleshoot network problems that turned out to be due to misconfigured switches. In all cases, the errors turned out to be things that I don’t think should ever have been changed from their default settings. So I thought it might be useful to have a brief discussion about how switches work and what features should or should not be used in normal office environments.

Learning how to manage IT infrastructure remotely is an essential capability for businesses of all sizes, particularly with the rise of distributed workforces. With the right tools and strategies, IT teams can effectively monitor and troubleshoot systems from anywhere, ensuring smooth operations and minimal downtime. This guide will cover best practices for maintaining control over your network, regardless of your team’s location.

Determining the optimal number of IT staff is a challenge that significantly impacts a company’s efficiency, security, and ability to innovate. IT staffing ratios—representing the proportion of IT personnel relative to end-users or devices—serve as vital metrics in this assessment.

Kiosks are a part of everyday life, we use them at stores for self-checkout, at doctors’ offices to check in, and so much more. But how do you make one? Certainly, you can’t just take an Android tablet and make it a kiosk, right? Well, it just so happens that you can! This blog walks through that process in NinjaOne, starting with enabling NinjaOne MDM, all the way through locking a tablet into single- or multi-app kiosk mode!

Seasons change, but some things remain the same, like NinjaOne’s No.1 G2 ranking for Endpoint Management, Patch Management, and RMM. For the 18th straight quarter, NinjaOne continues to lead the way, setting the bar high in endpoint and patch management as rated by G2 reviewers. We’re honored by this recognition and deeply grateful to you for your trust. Customer needs drive every product update and innovation, ensuring that we always deliver an exceptional experience to you.