Remote work, initially a temporary response to global circumstances, has become a permanent fixture for many enterprises and the clients we serve. This shift magnified the need for fast, secure access to critical applications from any location, pushing businesses to rethink traditional security strategies.
Today’s fast-paced demands of cybersecurity require a workforce that is both highly skilled and diverse. However, many large and medium enterprises face ongoing challenges in attracting and retaining cyber talent. Economic uncertainties have led to hiring slowdowns and cutbacks, despite the rising need for cybersecurity due to increasing threats. Key skills in demand include programming, threat analysis, and cloud security, with soft skills like communication also being crucial. Upskilling and internal training are highlighted as strategies to address workforce gaps.
At WEI, our team understands that diversity and inclusion are more than just buzzwords—they're essential components of innovation and business success. As a minority-owned IT solutions provider, WEI is proud to offer our Technical Apprenticeship for Diverse Candidates service, designed to cultivate and integrate diverse talent into the IT workforce.
Hybrid work strategies have transformed how organizations ensure a consistent and secure experience for employees, regardless of their location. Similarly, organizations should expect the same level of consistency and security for their compute infrastructure throughout its lifecycle.
WEI CyberSecurity GTM Leader Todd Humphreys was recently featured in The CIO World’s magazine issue, The Most Trusted Cybersecurity Leaders To Follow, 2024. Todd, who joined WEI in 2023, details his career journey within cybersecurity, WEI’s unique approach to developing next-gen cybersecurity solutions, and why the WEI culture was a major factor in joining the award-winning IT solutions provider. Below is a brief excerpt from the feature article.
Higher education institutions today require a higher standard of network as they face unprecedented demands on their network infrastructure. Often, the list of demands on wireless infrastructure exceeds that of a corporate enterprise. Notable expectations include:
Compute platforms have evolved from basic infrastructure components to the digital backbone of modern businesses. With data volumes skyrocketing and business demands intensifying, organizations are shifting towards more agile, scalable, and efficient computing solutions. The traditional on-premises model is increasingly being replaced by hybrid cloud environments that combine the strengths of both worlds. Today, compute platforms are central to transforming data into value, thus powering critical applications, and accelerating workloads.
In an era where technology is the backbone of education, institutions across the United States are facing unprecedented challenges in adapting to the fast-evolving digital landscape. To empower these institutions with cutting-edge IT solutions, WEI is proud to announce its partnership with the NorthEast Regional Computing Program (NERCOMP) as a Solutions Partner. This collaboration signifies a new chapter in educational IT, where innovation meets the unique needs of higher education.
The Internet browser has become an indispensable tool in the modern workplace – even outperforming other commonly used software like Microsoft Office or the CRM apps commonly found in corporate settings. However, traditional browsers weren’t designed with enterprise needs in mind; they were built for consumers, focusing on shopping, streaming, and social media. This challenge forces IT teams to develop a browser cybersecurity strategy, resulting in a complex, fragile, and costly environment that often frustrates users with delays and disruptions.
When a student driver attends their initial driving lesson, one of the first discussions is centered around blind spots. When driving, we rely on mirrors and active awareness to monitor our surroundings, but blind spots still remain. According to the National Highway Safety Administration, there are an estimated 840,000 blind spot related accidents in the United States each year. Despite these blind spots, people continue to drive as the ability to get someplace quickly and easily fills a basic necessity.
