How Attackers Turn Familiar Calendar Invites Into Security Threats Written by Bill Seybolt, Senior Cloud Advisor, Cumulus Global A new kind of cyber attack is reaching employee inboxes by hiding inside meeting invitations and notifications. Attackers turn routine calendar invites into phishing delivery tools that currently bypass email defenses. We’re seeing these invites arrive with […]
Where to Find Savings in Google’s New Incentive Model Written by Allen Falcon, Co-Founder & CEO, Cumulus Global For years, price reductions on Google Workspace subscriptions were standard practice. Organizations regularly secured price breaks by adjusting seat counts or signing multi-year agreements. Key Takeaways ✓ Routine contract renewals no longer include standard Workspace discounts ✓ […]
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The Operational Truth Behind Recent AI Headlines Written by Allen Falcon, Co-Founder & CEO, Cumulus Global Chances are, you have seen headlines about AI tools “going rogue,” such as this recent story from the New York Times about AI software that probed government websites and attempted to access restricted files without human direction. Although that […]
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Finding Cloud Support That Fits Your Business Written by Allen Falcon, Co-Founder & CEO, Cumulus Global Moving your operations to the cloud was supposed to make things easier. You cleared out the noisy server closets and gave your team instant access to work from anywhere. Although cloud providers keep physical infrastructure running, daily cloud environments […]
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Spot Unapproved Software To Protect Sensitive Files Written by Bill Seybolt, Senior Cloud Advisor, Cumulus Global If someone on your team has ever signed up for a free web app to convert a PDF or used a personal file-sharing account to send a large file, you have experienced Shadow IT. Key Takeaways ✓ Unapproved cloud […]
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How to Audit Your Tools and Build a Smart AI Strategy Written by Allen Falcon, Co-Founder & CEO, Cumulus Global Officially or not, your team is likely using artificial intelligence (AI) in their day-to-day work. The big question is whether those tools will help or hurt your business. To be truly effective, AI services need […]
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How Small Businesses and Schools Can Protect Sensitive Data While Adopting AI Written by Allen Falcon, Co-Founder & CEO, Cumulus Global Artificial Intelligence (AI) is undeniably reshaping how daily work gets done. When used properly, AI tools can help your team draft proposals, analyze spreadsheets, and summarize complex research in seconds. In fact, nearly 90% […]
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Three Ways to Protect Company Files When Your Team Uses Gemini AI Written by Allen Falcon, Co-Founder & CEO, Cumulus Global Artificial intelligence offers incredible potential for productivity. AI also creates new security challenges. Follow these three steps to protect and secure information when using Gemini AI in Google Workspace. Key Takeaways ✓Gemini AI sees […]
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As a small or midsize business, you already use the cloud for daily work. You likely run Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 for your email and calendars, and there’s a good chance you are storing and sharing files. In short, your team is already familiar with cloud tools. However, do you still keep a physical […]
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If you receive our newsletter or follow our blog, you’ve likely seen our recent posts and resources regarding proper AI usage. Our use of AI needs to be more than compliant with laws, regulations, and contractual obligations. We must be responsible and accountable for ensuring that our use of AI is both ethical and respectful […]
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Change is the only constant in the cloud world, and Google is entering the final stages of a major transition. Google will phase out Chrome Apps in favor of modern Web Apps. If your organization does not use Chrome Apps in your environment, you can safely disregard this update. However, if you rely on them […]
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In a recent survey, we learned that half of small and midsize businesses still have remote workers connecting to local systems to access files or applications. While this approach was once the standard, it misses out on the robust, managed file services now available via Microsoft 365 (SharePoint and Teams) and Google Workspace (Shared Drives). […]
The initial AI hype is wearing off, and a growing backlash is setting in. Now, your plans and investments need to reflect what’s actually happening. As recently reported in Inc., a Boston Consulting Group (BCG) study found significant gaps between AI expectations and reality. Leadership expectations for AI do not match the messy reality of […]
Google Workspace Business Starter is a robust, affordable productivity suite that handles the essentials of secure email, calendar, and document sharing services. But as your business grows, those entry-level features can start to feel like a constraint. If you are outgrowing the limits of Business Starter, here are seven reasons to consider upgrading to a […]
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Every few years, we see a shift in how businesses view their productivity suite. Small and midsize businesses that have been running on Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace for years take a pause and reconsider if it is still the right fit. Many re-evaluate, some take action and switch, and a surprising number are caught […]
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Premier Partner status reflects the company’s excellence in providing Google Workspace services. Westborough, MA, April 9, 2026 – Cumulus Global proudly announces that Google has designated the company as a 2026 Premier Partner for Google Workspace. Google’s Premier Partner Status recognizes Cumulus Global’s success delivering Google Workspace and Managed Cloud Services to small and midsize […]
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Earlier this month, we surveyed our clients about the AI services they use regularly. The results show that a majority of respondents prioritize the AI services included within their existing productivity suites. Of more than 50 respondents: 57% use Gemini for Google Workspace (including the Gemini App, Gems, and NotebookLM) 55% use Microsoft Copilot 51% […]
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No prevention is perfect. No protection is perfect. You are already a target for cyberattacks, and eventually, one will likely succeed. When that happens, you need to know what comes next. Event or Incident? Know the Difference Understanding the distinction between a cybersecurity event and an incident is critical because they carry different operational and […]
Security fatigue is real. You’ve felt it, and so have we. Cyber criminals know this, and they are waiting to capitalize on it. When we let security fatigue guide our decisions and allow our guard to drop, we become much more likely to fall victim to a cyberattack. Over the past few weeks, we have […]
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Innovative Services Drive Productive, Secure, and Affordable IT Solutions Westborough, MA, February 18, 2026 – Cumulus Global (www.cumulusglobal.com) proudly announces that its recognition by CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, to the 2026 Managed Service Provider (MSP) 500 list in the Pioneer 250. This is the 7th year CRN has recognized the company for […]
New Phishing Emails Now Evade Spam Filters
/in AI in Google Workspace, Blog, Cybersecurity, GeneralHow Attackers Turn Familiar Calendar Invites Into Security Threats Written by Bill Seybolt, Senior Cloud Advisor, Cumulus Global A new kind of cyber attack is reaching employee inboxes by hiding inside meeting invitations and notifications. Attackers turn routine calendar invites into phishing delivery tools that currently bypass email defenses. We’re seeing these invites arrive with […]
Where Have All the Google Workspace Discounts Gone?
/in Blog, GeneralWhere to Find Savings in Google’s New Incentive Model Written by Allen Falcon, Co-Founder & CEO, Cumulus Global For years, price reductions on Google Workspace subscriptions were standard practice. Organizations regularly secured price breaks by adjusting seat counts or signing multi-year agreements. Key Takeaways ✓ Routine contract renewals no longer include standard Workspace discounts ✓ […]
Why AI Agents Never “Go Rogue”
/in Blog, GeneralThe Operational Truth Behind Recent AI Headlines Written by Allen Falcon, Co-Founder & CEO, Cumulus Global Chances are, you have seen headlines about AI tools “going rogue,” such as this recent story from the New York Times about AI software that probed government websites and attempted to access restricted files without human direction. Although that […]
What Every SMB Needs in a Managed Cloud Partner
/in Blog, GeneralFinding Cloud Support That Fits Your Business Written by Allen Falcon, Co-Founder & CEO, Cumulus Global Moving your operations to the cloud was supposed to make things easier. You cleared out the noisy server closets and gave your team instant access to work from anywhere. Although cloud providers keep physical infrastructure running, daily cloud environments […]
Shield Your Data From Shadow IT
/in AI in Google Workspace, Blog, Cybersecurity, GeneralSpot Unapproved Software To Protect Sensitive Files Written by Bill Seybolt, Senior Cloud Advisor, Cumulus Global If someone on your team has ever signed up for a free web app to convert a PDF or used a personal file-sharing account to send a large file, you have experienced Shadow IT. Key Takeaways ✓ Unapproved cloud […]
9.5 Questions to Answer for a Secure AI Foundation
/in AI in Google Workspace, Blog, Cybersecurity, GeneralHow to Audit Your Tools and Build a Smart AI Strategy Written by Allen Falcon, Co-Founder & CEO, Cumulus Global Officially or not, your team is likely using artificial intelligence (AI) in their day-to-day work. The big question is whether those tools will help or hurt your business. To be truly effective, AI services need […]
How Small Businesses and Schools Can Protect Sensitive Data While Adopting AI
/in AI in Google Workspace, Blog, Cybersecurity, GeneralHow Small Businesses and Schools Can Protect Sensitive Data While Adopting AI Written by Allen Falcon, Co-Founder & CEO, Cumulus Global Artificial Intelligence (AI) is undeniably reshaping how daily work gets done. When used properly, AI tools can help your team draft proposals, analyze spreadsheets, and summarize complex research in seconds. In fact, nearly 90% […]
Secure Gemini AI in Google Workspace
/in AI in Google Workspace, Blog, Cybersecurity, GeneralThree Ways to Protect Company Files When Your Team Uses Gemini AI Written by Allen Falcon, Co-Founder & CEO, Cumulus Global Artificial intelligence offers incredible potential for productivity. AI also creates new security challenges. Follow these three steps to protect and secure information when using Gemini AI in Google Workspace. Key Takeaways ✓Gemini AI sees […]
Your Path to Full Cloud Adoption
/in Blog, GeneralAs a small or midsize business, you already use the cloud for daily work. You likely run Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 for your email and calendars, and there’s a good chance you are storing and sharing files. In short, your team is already familiar with cloud tools. However, do you still keep a physical […]
How We Use AI for Data Enrichment
/in AI in Google Workspace, Blog, General, NewsIf you receive our newsletter or follow our blog, you’ve likely seen our recent posts and resources regarding proper AI usage. Our use of AI needs to be more than compliant with laws, regulations, and contractual obligations. We must be responsible and accountable for ensuring that our use of AI is both ethical and respectful […]
Countdown to The End of Chrome Apps
/in Blog, GeneralChange is the only constant in the cloud world, and Google is entering the final stages of a major transition. Google will phase out Chrome Apps in favor of modern Web Apps. If your organization does not use Chrome Apps in your environment, you can safely disregard this update. However, if you rely on them […]
11 Reasons for Remote Desktop
/in Blog, GeneralIn a recent survey, we learned that half of small and midsize businesses still have remote workers connecting to local systems to access files or applications. While this approach was once the standard, it misses out on the robust, managed file services now available via Microsoft 365 (SharePoint and Teams) and Google Workspace (Shared Drives). […]
Avoid Unrealistic AI Expectations
/in AI in Google Workspace, Blog, GeneralThe initial AI hype is wearing off, and a growing backlash is setting in. Now, your plans and investments need to reflect what’s actually happening. As recently reported in Inc., a Boston Consulting Group (BCG) study found significant gaps between AI expectations and reality. Leadership expectations for AI do not match the messy reality of […]
7 Reasons to Upgrade Your Google Workspace Business Starter Plan
/in AI in Google Workspace, Blog, GeneralGoogle Workspace Business Starter is a robust, affordable productivity suite that handles the essentials of secure email, calendar, and document sharing services. But as your business grows, those entry-level features can start to feel like a constraint. If you are outgrowing the limits of Business Starter, here are seven reasons to consider upgrading to a […]
Google Workspace vs. Microsoft 365: Which Productivity Suite Fits Your Future?
/in Blog, GeneralEvery few years, we see a shift in how businesses view their productivity suite. Small and midsize businesses that have been running on Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace for years take a pause and reconsider if it is still the right fit. Many re-evaluate, some take action and switch, and a surprising number are caught […]
Cumulus Global Designated a Google Premier Partner
/in General, NewsPremier Partner status reflects the company’s excellence in providing Google Workspace services. Westborough, MA, April 9, 2026 – Cumulus Global proudly announces that Google has designated the company as a 2026 Premier Partner for Google Workspace. Google’s Premier Partner Status recognizes Cumulus Global’s success delivering Google Workspace and Managed Cloud Services to small and midsize […]
Gemini, Copilot, or ChatGPT? What You Want to Know
/in AI in Google Workspace, Blog, GeneralEarlier this month, we surveyed our clients about the AI services they use regularly. The results show that a majority of respondents prioritize the AI services included within their existing productivity suites. Of more than 50 respondents: 57% use Gemini for Google Workspace (including the Gemini App, Gems, and NotebookLM) 55% use Microsoft Copilot 51% […]
Cyber Attack Recovery Starts Before the Breach
/in Blog, Cybersecurity, GeneralNo prevention is perfect. No protection is perfect. You are already a target for cyberattacks, and eventually, one will likely succeed. When that happens, you need to know what comes next. Event or Incident? Know the Difference Understanding the distinction between a cybersecurity event and an incident is critical because they carry different operational and […]
Cybersecurity Fatigue: Is Your Business at Risk?
/in Blog, Cybersecurity, GeneralSecurity fatigue is real. You’ve felt it, and so have we. Cyber criminals know this, and they are waiting to capitalize on it. When we let security fatigue guide our decisions and allow our guard to drop, we become much more likely to fall victim to a cyberattack. Over the past few weeks, we have […]
Cumulus Global Receives CRN’s 2026 MSP 500 Honors
/in Blog, General, NewsInnovative Services Drive Productive, Secure, and Affordable IT Solutions Westborough, MA, February 18, 2026 – Cumulus Global (www.cumulusglobal.com) proudly announces that its recognition by CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, to the 2026 Managed Service Provider (MSP) 500 list in the Pioneer 250. This is the 7th year CRN has recognized the company for […]