Entries by Allen Falcon

XChange of Ideas – Security

Looking at what we learned during three packed days at the XChange 2022 Conference, we have much to share.  The XChange conferences help IT service providers, like Cumulus Global, explore emerging trends, challenges, products, and solutions.  While we attend to improve our service offerings and business, many of the insights will benefit your business as […]

Expect an Increase in Cyber Attacks

The U.S. Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency, part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, is warning businesses to be prepared to defend against cyber attacks originating from Russia. “Every organization—large and small—must be prepared to respond to disruptive cyber activity,” the agency says in its warning. Our security vendors, analyzing aggregate data, are starting […]

Cumulus Global Awarded MSP 500 Status for Fourth Consecutive Year

For the fourth consecutive year, CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named Cumulus Global to its Managed Service Provider (MSP) 500 list in the Pioneer 250 category for 2022. The list recognizes innovative and forward-thinking services providers throughout North America. The award focuses on service providers who deliver best-of-breed services and solutions that […]

Deadline 3/1/22: Microsoft 365 Price Increase

On March 1, 2022, the pricing for Microsoft 365 will increase.  Depending on your current subscription and licensing, you will see a Microsoft 365 price increase ranging between 10% and 25%. You can, however, minimize or avoid the increase. Details Monthly per user pricing with an annual commitment* will increase as follows: *Pricing for monthly […]

Deadline 1/31/22: Google Workspace Transition

The deadline for managing your Google Workspace transition: Jan. 31, 2022. As we have noted in past posts and communications, the transition to Google Workspace may significantly impact your subscription fees, with increases that can double or triple your cost. Limited incentive discounts are available; you must act now! What Does the Jan. 31, 2022 […]

Different Types of Email Security Features

Different Types Of Email Security Solutions Can Help Protect your Business When launched Cumulus Global 15 years ago to provide small and midsize businesses (SMBs) with email security and security solutions. As early adopters, we saw how managed cloud services and solutions made enterprise grade solutions affordable and effective for small businesses.  While much as […]

Technology Solutions for Solopreneurs and VSBs

Technology Solutions for Solopreneurs Entrepreneurs are a unique breed.  Solo entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, even more so. If you are a solopreneur, or lead a very small business, you face some unique business and IT challenges. One of these challenges is balancing your business and your personal lives.  To do this, you want and need your technology […]

Google Workspace Transition Update

When Google announced the transition from G Suite to Google Workspace in October 2020, the deadline for transitioning was left open. This is no longer the case. The deadline for transitioning to Google Workspace from G Suite is January 31, 2022. As we have noted in past posts and communications, the transition to Google Workspace […]

4 Pillars of Cloud Security: The Most Important Strategies to Know

Learn about the four pillars of cloud security that can help you reduce risk, increase agility, and run more efficiently: (C/I/A), external threat protection, data loss protection, and compliance. While Cyber Security month comes and goes, the four pillars of cloud security remain integral to long term business success.  In what seems like a never-ending […]