AI in Google Workspace – Slides

Google Workspace is a comprehensive and secure platform that empowers organizations to be more productive, collaborative, and creative. This series explores the power of AI built within Google Workspace across each of the workspace apps. In this post, we cover AI in Slides. AI in Slides Google Slides are a collaborative tool for communicating ideas. […]

Managed Cloud or Traditional IT Services: Pros and Cons

IT Services for small and midsize businesses have evolved over the years. The technologies and IT systems we use are more capable and complex. We face new and ongoing challenges related to collaboration and security. Our IT is a critical component of our business infrastructure.  The management and support of our information technology and services […]

AI in Google Workspace – NotebookLM

Google Workspace is a comprehensive and secure platform that empowers organizations to be more productive, collaborative, and creative. This series explores the power of AI built within Google Workspace across each of the workspace apps. In this post, we cover AI in NotebookLM AI in NotebookLM NotebookLM is a research and learning assistant, powered by […]

Microsoft Recall: Tool or Trouble?

Windows 11 now includes Recall, a productivity feature that lets you search and find information you have previously seen on your screen. Like most productivity tools, increased capabilities and benefits come with new risks to consider. What is Windows Recall? Windows Recall takes a snapshot of your screen every few seconds and when your screen […]

AI in Google Workspace – Sheets

Google Workspace is a comprehensive and secure platform that empowers organizations to be more productive, collaborative, and creative. This series explores the power of AI built within Google Workspace across each of the workspace apps. In this post, we cover AI in Sheets. AI in Sheets Google Sheets is a spreadsheet and data analysis tool […]

Leadership Thoughts: Noteworthy Blog Posts – May ’25

As small business owners and leaders, you carry the responsibility for the direction and success of your business.  And while Cumulus Global provides managed cloud services and Cloud Forward IT service and support that help you thrive and grow, we understand your responsibilities are broader than just IT.  Here is a curated list of blog […]

AI in Google Workspace – Docs

Google Workspace is a comprehensive and secure platform that empowers organizations to be more productive, collaborative, and creative. This series explores the power of AI built within Google Workspace across each of the workspace apps. In this post, we cover AI in Docs AI in Docs Google Docs is an editor built for collaboration. Using […]

AI in Google Workspace – Meet

Google Workspace is a comprehensive and secure platform that empowers organizations to be more productive, collaborative, and creative. This series explores the power of AI built within Google Workspace across each of the workspace apps. In this post, we cover AI in Meet. AI in Meet Google Meet offers business-grade video and voice conferencing designed […]

Why Not Prevent AI Data Breaches?

To state the obvious, AI data breaches and leaks will damage your business. Even sharing sensitive or protected information internally will cause problems. Less obvious is the fact that you have already shared information that should not be shared. You should expect that private, sensitive, and protected information in Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 has […]

AI in Google Workspace – Drive

Google Workspace is a comprehensive and secure platform that empowers organizations to be more productive, collaborative, and creative. This series explores the power of AI built within Google Workspace across each of the workspace apps. In this post, we cover AI in Drive. AI in Drive  Gemini in Drive helps you quickly find answers and […]

AI in Google Workspace – Gmail

Google Workspace is a comprehensive and secure platform that empowers organizations to be more productive, collaborative, and creative. This series explores the power of AI built within Google Workspace across each of the workspace apps. In this post, we cover AI in Gmail. AI in Gmail AI in Gmail lives in the Gemini Side Panel.  […]

AI in Google Workspace – Gemini App

Google Workspace is a comprehensive and secure platform that empowers organizations to be more productive, collaborative, and creative. This series explores the power of AI built within Google Workspace across each of the workspace apps. We begin with the Gemini App in Google Workspace. The Gemini App The Gemini App is a Large Language Model […]

Save or Spend? IT Decisions for Turbulent Times

Radical changes in government policies, along with unpredictable tariffs and trade policies,  create a level of economic uncertainty that impacts our business decisions. Across all aspects of our businesses, including IT services, is it time to save or spend? Background According to Economic Policy Uncertainty*, the Global Economic Policy Uncertainty Index is the highest it’s […]

Inc. Names Cumulus Global to the 2025 Inc. Regionals Northeast List

Companies on the Inc. Regionals: Northeast list added $6.7 billion to the Northeast US economy Westborough, MA – April 1, 2025 – Cumulus Global proudly announces Inc.’s recognition Cumulus Global at No. 152 on its 2025 Inc Regionals: Northeast list. The company’s inclusion on the fifth annual listing of the fastest growing private companies in […]

Microsoft or Google Calling? Call Your Trusted Advisors

You work with an IT service provider that learns your business, priorities, and IT needs. They work to address your needs and priorities within your budget and in alignment with your business goals and objectives. When economic conditions shift, the vendors with whom your IT service provider partners – Google, Microsoft, and others – get […]

The 3 Most Common Cloud Admin Oversights

If you use Google Workspace or Microsoft 365, managing your services requires time and effort. Failing to do so can lead to wasted money and security risks. Here are the three most common cloud admin oversights we encounter. 1 – Data and Account Retention Policies Every business has some degree of employee turnover. Whether you […]

US Cybersecurity Policy Shift Increases Risk of Successful Cyber Attacks

The current United States administration continues to issue and execute dramatic changes in US policies and programs. For businesses, tariffs and their potential impact on the economy and various business sectors gets most of the media attention. Getting less attention, US Cybersecurity Policy changes will have an immediate and potentially devastating impact on many businesses […]

Cumulus Global Receives CRN® MSP 500 Recognition for 2025

Company Celebrates 6th Year of Recognition as an Industry Leader Westborough, MA, March 3, 2025 – Cumulus Global proudly shares that 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 2025. CRN’s annual MSP 500 list is a comprehensive […]

Debunking Cyber Insurance Myths

Your business faces an ever-increasing array of cyber threats. Beyond protections, cyber insurance is an essential component of a robust risk management strategy. Therefore, understanding cyber insurance realities is necessary for you to make sound security and business decisions. In this post, we focus on debunking common cyber insurance myths. MYTH: Cyber Insurance Policies Offer the […]

Email Cybersecurity Risks: 3 Things to Know

As we have shared in the past, cyber attacks constantly change and evolve. We face new attack vectors, or methods, and old methods reappear. Email remains the most common starting place for cyber attacks. These attacks may be direct, or they may be the first step of a larger attack. Over the last few months, […]