Google constantly works to enhance security and reduce the prevalence of spam in Google Workspace and Gmail inboxes. AI-powered defenses successfully filter out almost 15 billion undesired emails each day. Google stops over 99.9% of spam, phishing, and malware threats. Still, as spamming techniques evolve, threats to user security persist. Google will deploy new rules […]
https://www.cumulusglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Spam.png512512Allen Falconhttps://www.cumulusglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Cumulus-Global-logo-with-spacing.pngAllen Falcon2023-12-06 08:30:542023-12-13 09:56:30Google Upgrade Prevents SPAM and Defines Email Best Practices for 2024
Updated January 3, 2003: Clarification on length of grace periods. With the move to pooled storage across all subscriptions, Google no longer supports legacy options for additional storage for Google Workspace. As such, many individuals and businesses find themselves approaching or exceeding the pooled Google Workspace storage limit for their accounts. What Happens Next After […]
00Allen Falconhttps://www.cumulusglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Cumulus-Global-logo-with-spacing.pngAllen Falcon2023-11-17 09:00:232024-01-03 11:35:52Manage Storage in Google Workspace and Understand Limits
If you are a sole practitioner, a solopreneur, or the owner of smaller businesses, you face unique technology challenges. You, and businesses like yours, are uniquely dependent on your technology. Your computer and phone are critical tools without which your business can screech to a halt. Avoiding IT problems is critical. And yet, you do […]
https://www.cumulusglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Problem-and-Solution.jpg10001000Allen Falconhttps://www.cumulusglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Cumulus-Global-logo-with-spacing.pngAllen Falcon2023-11-14 08:10:562025-10-09 13:56:173 Secrets to Avoiding IT Problems
We have all seen and heard the warnings about the ever increasing number of cyber attacks against small business. More than crypto-ware, small and midsize businesses are targets of other forms for ransomware, impersonation, crypto-mining, and business email compromise attacks. The threats are real, as are the operational and financial risks to your business. Multi-Factor […]
Power Partner Award highlights B2B partners that support startups across all business functions and empower growth Westborough, MA – Cumulus Global is pleased to share that Inc. Business Media announced the second consecutive inclusion of Cumulus Global in the Power Partner Awards. The Inc. Power Partner Awards honor B2B organizations across the globe with proven […]
https://www.cumulusglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/PowerPartner2023.250.png250250Allen Falconhttps://www.cumulusglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Cumulus-Global-logo-with-spacing.pngAllen Falcon2023-10-31 16:30:422023-10-31 17:17:08Cumulus Global Named to Inc.’s Second Annual Power Partner Awards
A Google Chat upgrade is rolling out as of September 30, 2023. Google will be upgrading the format of all spaces organized by conversation topic to in-line threaded spaces in batches. The changes take place over the course of several months. Upgrades for each space may take a few minutes to complete. In some cases, […]
00Allen Falconhttps://www.cumulusglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Cumulus-Global-logo-with-spacing.pngAllen Falcon2023-09-04 13:00:152023-10-05 11:00:09Upgrade Coming to Spaces in Google Chat: From Conversation Topics to in-line Threading
We recently posted about the AI warning we received from a partner about the use of AI tools and protecting their confidential information. Beyond the specifics of the warning, we quickly saw a much broader context. Using AI tools, if not managed carefully, will result in unauthorized data disclosures, breaches, or leaks. These disclosures may […]
00Allen Falconhttps://www.cumulusglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Cumulus-Global-logo-with-spacing.pngAllen Falcon2023-08-17 10:54:102026-05-11 21:34:14AI and Privacy Issues: Data Leaks and Breaches
Cumulus Global Partners with Evertreen to Offset CO2 with Reforestation Projects August 10, 2023 – Westborough, MA – Cumulus Global announces a dramatic expansion of our company’s sustainability efforts. Partnering with Evertreen, Cumulus Global is supporting reforestation projects in four countries trees. Joining a reforestation program helps the company offset emissions from commuting, business travel, […]
https://www.cumulusglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Cumulus-Global-logo-with-spacing.png00Allen Falconhttps://www.cumulusglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Cumulus-Global-logo-with-spacing.pngAllen Falcon2023-08-10 15:00:492023-08-31 14:48:52Cumulus Global Grows its Sustainability with Evertreen Reforestation Initiative
We recently received our first AI Warning. This was not a a general warning such as, “anything built for good can be use for evil” or “AI can replace you.” We received a direct warning about specific uses of artificial intelligence services and our contracts. The warning we received applies to you as well. Some […]
00Allen Falconhttps://www.cumulusglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Cumulus-Global-logo-with-spacing.pngAllen Falcon2023-07-20 11:00:052025-08-03 21:16:00Our First AI Warning: Why Using AI Services Can Breach Your Contracts
Small businesses and solopreneurs depend on their technology in ways that differ from larger organizations. Our laptops and desktops are critical to daily operations and access to cloud services, including Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace, is our lifeline. Without IT staff and spare equipment, we rely on our own abilities and outside help to keep […]
Company’s Best-in-Class Innovation, Services, and Growth Recognized for Second Consecutive Year on the Most Prestigious List Of Managed Service Providers Worldwide JUNE 29, 2023 – Westborough, MA – For the second consecutive year, Cumulus Global received recognition in the 2023 Channel Futures MSP 501 rankings, landing at 220 on the list. The global ranking identifies […]
https://www.cumulusglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Cumulus-Global-logo-with-spacing.png00Allen Falconhttps://www.cumulusglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Cumulus-Global-logo-with-spacing.pngAllen Falcon2023-06-29 13:30:282025-07-22 22:23:10Cumulus Global Recognized on the 2023 MSP 501
Cumulus Global Streamlines IT Operations With Next-Gen Managed Services TL; DR: Meet Cumulus Global, a cloud solutions agency that works to streamline and simplify your IT infrastructure. With more than 40 years of experience in the industry, Allen Falcon, CEO of Cumulus Global, tells us how the company aims to help small-to-medium businesses and the […]
https://www.cumulusglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Cumulus-Global-logo-with-spacing.png00Allen Falconhttps://www.cumulusglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Cumulus-Global-logo-with-spacing.pngAllen Falcon2023-06-15 14:00:192025-07-22 22:22:23Cumulus Global in the News: Next-Gen Managed Services Featured on HostingAvice.com
As we discussed in recent blog posts, Google and Microsoft clouds operate under a shared responsibility model for data protection. Google and Microsoft run internal backup systems to protect you should they have hardware or software issues. You, however, are responsible to backup your cloud, including Google Workspace or Microsoft 365. You need to protect your […]
00Allen Falconhttps://www.cumulusglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Cumulus-Global-logo-with-spacing.pngAllen Falcon2023-05-30 14:00:122023-06-26 19:32:33Backup Your Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 Cloud: Use Cases Beyond Restore
The term “SaaSOps” was first coined by David Politis, founder of BetterCloud. SaaSOps, short for Software-as-a-Service Operations, is the suite of processes, skills, and responsibilities for managing the lifecycle of software delivered as a cloud service. Most small and midsize businesses use multiple SaaS applications. By effectively and efficiently managing these applications, we reduce operating […]
https://www.cumulusglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Layered-Clouds.jpg7501000Allen Falconhttps://www.cumulusglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Cumulus-Global-logo-with-spacing.pngAllen Falcon2023-05-03 15:28:482023-06-07 11:19:23SaaSOps: Adapting the enterprise model for small and midsize businesses
In any client environment, it is critical for you to protect your admin account with current security best practices. Most cloud services have multiple levels of admin accounts, including a super admin with the ability to access, manage, and change every configuration and security settings. In many cloud services, “super admin” accounts also have blanket […]
https://www.cumulusglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Data-Protection-Security-1.png564800Allen Falconhttps://www.cumulusglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Cumulus-Global-logo-with-spacing.pngAllen Falcon2023-04-21 10:00:002023-05-24 19:18:45Security Best Practices to Protect Your Admin Accounts
Roughly 53% of the more than 33 million small and midsize businesses in the US rely on cloud services. The vast majority use Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace for basic productivity tools: email, calendars, contacts, and files. The popularity is due, in part, to the ease of deployment. You can quickly deploy either of the […]
https://www.cumulusglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Layered-Clouds.jpg7501000Allen Falconhttps://www.cumulusglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Cumulus-Global-logo-with-spacing.pngAllen Falcon2023-04-17 08:30:582023-04-20 14:41:21The High Cost of Low Adoption
As noted in a recent article published by American City Business Journals, the state and future of remote work are still up for debate. Remote work and hybrid work arrangements continue to face resistance. Our reduced need for office space still impacts city centers and commercial real estate markets. And yet, employees still want remote […]
https://www.cumulusglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Layered-Clouds.jpg7501000Allen Falconhttps://www.cumulusglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Cumulus-Global-logo-with-spacing.pngAllen Falcon2023-03-23 15:00:112023-03-24 08:56:31The State and Future of Remote Work
As small and midsize businesses (SMBs), most of us have cloud strategies centered around productivity suites for email, calendars, chat, and file services. Beyond Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace, we need cloud strategies for small businesses that differ from those used by larger organizations. Although our goals and objectives may be similar, we differ in the […]
https://www.cumulusglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Cumulus-Global-logo-with-spacing.png00Allen Falconhttps://www.cumulusglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Cumulus-Global-logo-with-spacing.pngAllen Falcon2023-03-20 09:00:392023-05-25 19:58:21Effective Cloud Strategies for Small Businesses
Cloud Computing Trends Earlier this month, CRN published a story covering Flexera’s 2023 State of the Cloud Report. Flexera provides software and systems to manage enterprise private and public clouds. The report on cloud computing trends originates with an annual survey of 750 technology leaders across sectors, geographies, and size of the business. While the […]
As we proceed into 2023, we begin receiving reports and analysis of 2022, the year that was. Now is a time when we gather data and perspectives on the past year. This new information helps guide us to better decisions in the year ahead. With respect to Cyber Attacks, the information is definitely both positive […]
Google Upgrade Prevents SPAM and Defines Email Best Practices for 2024
/in GeneralGoogle constantly works to enhance security and reduce the prevalence of spam in Google Workspace and Gmail inboxes. AI-powered defenses successfully filter out almost 15 billion undesired emails each day. Google stops over 99.9% of spam, phishing, and malware threats. Still, as spamming techniques evolve, threats to user security persist. Google will deploy new rules […]
Manage Storage in Google Workspace and Understand Limits
/in GeneralUpdated January 3, 2003: Clarification on length of grace periods. With the move to pooled storage across all subscriptions, Google no longer supports legacy options for additional storage for Google Workspace. As such, many individuals and businesses find themselves approaching or exceeding the pooled Google Workspace storage limit for their accounts. What Happens Next After […]
3 Secrets to Avoiding IT Problems
/in Cybersecurity, GeneralIf you are a sole practitioner, a solopreneur, or the owner of smaller businesses, you face unique technology challenges. You, and businesses like yours, are uniquely dependent on your technology. Your computer and phone are critical tools without which your business can screech to a halt. Avoiding IT problems is critical. And yet, you do […]
The #1 Security Solution that Costs You Nothing: Multi-Factor Authentication
/in GeneralWe have all seen and heard the warnings about the ever increasing number of cyber attacks against small business. More than crypto-ware, small and midsize businesses are targets of other forms for ransomware, impersonation, crypto-mining, and business email compromise attacks. The threats are real, as are the operational and financial risks to your business. Multi-Factor […]
Cumulus Global Named to Inc.’s Second Annual Power Partner Awards
/in General, NewsPower Partner Award highlights B2B partners that support startups across all business functions and empower growth Westborough, MA – Cumulus Global is pleased to share that Inc. Business Media announced the second consecutive inclusion of Cumulus Global in the Power Partner Awards. The Inc. Power Partner Awards honor B2B organizations across the globe with proven […]
Upgrade Coming to Spaces in Google Chat: From Conversation Topics to in-line Threading
/in GeneralA Google Chat upgrade is rolling out as of September 30, 2023. Google will be upgrading the format of all spaces organized by conversation topic to in-line threaded spaces in batches. The changes take place over the course of several months. Upgrades for each space may take a few minutes to complete. In some cases, […]
AI and Privacy Issues: Data Leaks and Breaches
/in GeneralWe recently posted about the AI warning we received from a partner about the use of AI tools and protecting their confidential information. Beyond the specifics of the warning, we quickly saw a much broader context. Using AI tools, if not managed carefully, will result in unauthorized data disclosures, breaches, or leaks. These disclosures may […]
Cumulus Global Grows its Sustainability with Evertreen Reforestation Initiative
/in General, NewsCumulus Global Partners with Evertreen to Offset CO2 with Reforestation Projects August 10, 2023 – Westborough, MA – Cumulus Global announces a dramatic expansion of our company’s sustainability efforts. Partnering with Evertreen, Cumulus Global is supporting reforestation projects in four countries trees. Joining a reforestation program helps the company offset emissions from commuting, business travel, […]
Our First AI Warning: Why Using AI Services Can Breach Your Contracts
/in AI in Google Workspace, GeneralWe recently received our first AI Warning. This was not a a general warning such as, “anything built for good can be use for evil” or “AI can replace you.” We received a direct warning about specific uses of artificial intelligence services and our contracts. The warning we received applies to you as well. Some […]
Small Business Summer Savings
/in GeneralSmall businesses and solopreneurs depend on their technology in ways that differ from larger organizations. Our laptops and desktops are critical to daily operations and access to cloud services, including Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace, is our lifeline. Without IT staff and spare equipment, we rely on our own abilities and outside help to keep […]
Cumulus Global Recognized on the 2023 MSP 501
/in General, NewsCompany’s Best-in-Class Innovation, Services, and Growth Recognized for Second Consecutive Year on the Most Prestigious List Of Managed Service Providers Worldwide JUNE 29, 2023 – Westborough, MA – For the second consecutive year, Cumulus Global received recognition in the 2023 Channel Futures MSP 501 rankings, landing at 220 on the list. The global ranking identifies […]
Cumulus Global in the News: Next-Gen Managed Services Featured on HostingAvice.com
/in General, NewsCumulus Global Streamlines IT Operations With Next-Gen Managed Services TL; DR: Meet Cumulus Global, a cloud solutions agency that works to streamline and simplify your IT infrastructure. With more than 40 years of experience in the industry, Allen Falcon, CEO of Cumulus Global, tells us how the company aims to help small-to-medium businesses and the […]
Backup Your Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 Cloud: Use Cases Beyond Restore
/in GeneralAs we discussed in recent blog posts, Google and Microsoft clouds operate under a shared responsibility model for data protection. Google and Microsoft run internal backup systems to protect you should they have hardware or software issues. You, however, are responsible to backup your cloud, including Google Workspace or Microsoft 365. You need to protect your […]
SaaSOps: Adapting the enterprise model for small and midsize businesses
/in Blog, GeneralThe term “SaaSOps” was first coined by David Politis, founder of BetterCloud. SaaSOps, short for Software-as-a-Service Operations, is the suite of processes, skills, and responsibilities for managing the lifecycle of software delivered as a cloud service. Most small and midsize businesses use multiple SaaS applications. By effectively and efficiently managing these applications, we reduce operating […]
Security Best Practices to Protect Your Admin Accounts
/in Blog, GeneralIn any client environment, it is critical for you to protect your admin account with current security best practices. Most cloud services have multiple levels of admin accounts, including a super admin with the ability to access, manage, and change every configuration and security settings. In many cloud services, “super admin” accounts also have blanket […]
The High Cost of Low Adoption
/in Blog, GeneralRoughly 53% of the more than 33 million small and midsize businesses in the US rely on cloud services. The vast majority use Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace for basic productivity tools: email, calendars, contacts, and files. The popularity is due, in part, to the ease of deployment. You can quickly deploy either of the […]
The State and Future of Remote Work
/in Blog, GeneralAs noted in a recent article published by American City Business Journals, the state and future of remote work are still up for debate. Remote work and hybrid work arrangements continue to face resistance. Our reduced need for office space still impacts city centers and commercial real estate markets. And yet, employees still want remote […]
Effective Cloud Strategies for Small Businesses
/in Blog, GeneralAs small and midsize businesses (SMBs), most of us have cloud strategies centered around productivity suites for email, calendars, chat, and file services. Beyond Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace, we need cloud strategies for small businesses that differ from those used by larger organizations. Although our goals and objectives may be similar, we differ in the […]
Cloud Computing Trends, Challenges & Provider Insights in 2023
/in Blog, GeneralCloud Computing Trends Earlier this month, CRN published a story covering Flexera’s 2023 State of the Cloud Report. Flexera provides software and systems to manage enterprise private and public clouds. The report on cloud computing trends originates with an annual survey of 750 technology leaders across sectors, geographies, and size of the business. While the […]
A Notable Shift in Cyber Attacks
/in Blog, GeneralAs we proceed into 2023, we begin receiving reports and analysis of 2022, the year that was. Now is a time when we gather data and perspectives on the past year. This new information helps guide us to better decisions in the year ahead. With respect to Cyber Attacks, the information is definitely both positive […]