WEI Tech Exchange

Top Cybersecurity Trends For 2024

By Shawn Murphy |   Jan 04, 2024

As the 2024 New Year has arrived, so does the opportunity to make educated predictions for what the future holds for cybersecurity. Fundamentally, a cybersecurity strategy is an integral component of business strategy because it allows the business to harness risk. Since cybersecurity is often driven by compliance mandates and overly restrictive policies, cybersecurity teams are sometimes seen as the “department of no.” However, that need not always be the case.

Empower A Security-First Strategy With Lenovo ThinkShield Asset Intelligence

By Greg LaBrie |   Nov 28, 2023

In the constantly changing world of cyber threats, it's crucial for organizations to strengthen their defenses. While advanced security features are important, they become less effective if basic security measures, like building a “security-first” culture in the workplace, are overlooked.

SOAR Use Case: SEC Requirements For Cyber Reporting

By Todd Humphreys |   Nov 15, 2023

Today’s discussion on sustainability is increasingly prevalent in ongoing dialogues, touching on varied issues from governmental budgeting practices to environmental concerns over global population growth. The state of sustainability is also a hot topic when it comes to cybersecurity as the aging reliance on human-led incident response grows flawed. The rationale for this shift is straightforward:

• Cyberattacks are escalating in frequency, severity, and sophistication.
• Modern business environments necessitate rapid IT responses, with processes required to move at breakneck speeds.
• Regulatory compliance requirements are becoming more stringent and complex.

Is Your Public Enterprise Equipped To Meet New SEC Disclosure Requirements?

By Greg LaBrie |   Nov 09, 2023

Investors with significant stock in public companies expect a high level of disclosure on information concerning new market competitors, shifts in product demand, and operational disruptions stemming from either natural disasters or cybersecurity. In catering to this need for transparency, the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has recognized that cybersecurity incidents also warrant equal attention.

These Five Strategies Can Help Accelerate Healthcare Digital Transformation

By Patrick Gamble |   Oct 31, 2023

Just like many other industries embracing digital transformation, the healthcare sector is also on a transformative journey. Many local hospitals and clinics that were once buried in paperwork have hopped aboard the digital train via the cloud. This move is motivated by the goal of improving patient care, making patient information easier to access by patients and their families, enhancing treatment outcomes, and streamlining business operations.

Top 5 Reasons to Embrace Juniper Network's AI-Driven SD-WAN

By Greg LaBrie |   Aug 08, 2023

In the competitive world of technology, one of the biggest challenges for IT leaders is adapting to evolving tactics and changes in network connectivity. This is similar to professional sports, as offensive and defensive schemes often change during a season due to trending playbook wrinkles. Team leaders that deploy dated scheming eventually fall behind in on-field play and their win-loss record will reflect this. In the world of IT, outdated network architectures and middleware lead to more serious burdens with hindered device management and security. As a result, many enterprises can’t fully enjoy the benefits of cloud technologies and digital transformation.

Four Reasons Why Your Organization Needs To Adopt DDI Automation

By Fred McHugh |   May 09, 2023

Enterprises face significant challenges when it comes to managing routine activities such as DDI (DNS, DHCP, IPAM), network reporting, and auditing efficiently and cost-effectively. Additionally, reliance on a handful of individuals with expertise in DDI management forces organizations to monopolize the valuable time of these experts, leaving less time for strategic projects.

5 Items That Make Lenovo ThinkPad An Ideal Endpoint Device

By Greg LaBrie |   May 04, 2023

It’s been a wild ride the past three years, and our team has learned an awful lot about the transformative power of digital technology and the exploitable vulnerability that it introduces. Here are some examples:

• Password authentication is no longer secure.
• Enterprise users and the devices they work on are under siege by threat actors.
• Bolt-on security is no longer a viable approach to securing our digital devices.
• Internal IT must also focus on innovative solutions, not updates and password resets.
  

5 Solutions to Alleviate Challenges From Retail Pharmacy Staffing Shortages

By David Fafel |   Dec 21, 2022

Due to no staffing, our pharmacy will be closed on Thursday, December 21, 2022.

For months, signs reading like this have been a frequent occurrence at retail pharmacies across the country. Amid a national shortage of pharmacists and technicians, pharmacy closures and reduced hours have become the new norm. As a result, pharmacies have extended wait times to fill prescriptions, had less availability for vaccines and patient consults, and have seen growing customer dissatisfaction.

The sad reality is that the shortage is likely to worsen. But technology can help retail pharmacies weather the talent shortage.

Discover the Self-Driving Network That Juniper Mist Delivers

By Greg LaBrie |   Mar 17, 2022

Just as the AI-driven app on your smartphone navigates you to a new destination, IT leaders also believe there should be an AI-driven app that assists with managing a self-driving network. Well, turns out there is such an app available for that, and it is called Mist AI from Juniper, a recognized leader in AI for IT operations (AIOps).