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[ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Your Small Business and AI](https://datalyst.net/blog/your-small-business-and-ai) Monday, 20 October 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Business](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/business) [ ![Your Small Business and AI](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/October_2025/10-20-25/b2ap3_large_SMBizAI_1675657592_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/your-small-business-and-ai "Your Small Business and AI") A significant and growing number of small businesses are either actively using AI tools or exploring their potential, motivated by the promise of increased efficiency, cost savings, and gaining a competitive edge. It's an exciting movement, proving that AI isn't just for huge mega corporations. Small businesses are using AI for everything from generating marketing content and handling customer service inquiries with chatbots to analyzing customer data and automating back-office tasks. The goal is to compete faster and smarter. Tags: [Small Business](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/small-business) [Technology](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/technology) [AI](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/ai) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/your-small-business-and-ai#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/your-small-business-and-ai) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Why It Frequently Takes 3 Weeks for New Employees to Become Productive](https://datalyst.net/blog/why-it-frequently-takes-3-weeks-for-new-employees-to-become-productive) Friday, 17 October 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Business](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/business) [ ![Why It Frequently Takes 3 Weeks for New Employees to Become Productive](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/October_2025/10-17-25/b2ap3_large_NewEmployee_676445085_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/why-it-frequently-takes-3-weeks-for-new-employees-to-become-productive "Why It Frequently Takes 3 Weeks for New Employees to Become Productive") Congratulations! After a long and arduous interview process, you’ve found the ideal candidate for your business. They’re enthusiastic and experienced, but as soon as they sit down, they realize that they aren’t properly equipped to do their job. This is precisely how to start a new hire on the wrong foot. Not only is it discouraging for them, but it is also expensive for you. While it may be tempting to blame individuals in these situations, they actually indicate a systemic shortcoming in your onboarding process. The only effective way to prevent these outcomes is to create procedures that ensure everyone on your team—new people included—can fully contribute. Tags: [Workplace Tips](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/workplace-tips) [Productivity](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/productivity-1) [Efficiency](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/efficiency) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/why-it-frequently-takes-3-weeks-for-new-employees-to-become-productive#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/why-it-frequently-takes-3-weeks-for-new-employees-to-become-productive) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Windows 10 Is Now Unsupported!](https://datalyst.net/blog/windows-10-is-now-unsupported) Wednesday, 15 October 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Technology](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/technology) [ ![Windows 10 Is Now Unsupported!](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/October_2025/10-15-25/b2ap3_large_Unsupported_686180522_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/windows-10-is-now-unsupported "Windows 10 Is Now Unsupported!") Today is the first day of the post-Windows 10 era, and if you are still running a PC with the popular operating system, trouble could be ahead if you don’t make a move immediately. In today’s blog, we will talk about your options going forward. Let’s get right into it. Tags: [Microsoft](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/microsoft) [Software](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/software) [Windows](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/windows) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/windows-10-is-now-unsupported#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/windows-10-is-now-unsupported) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [A Guide for Plymouth County Businesses Suffering Death by a Thousand Subscriptions](https://datalyst.net/blog/a-guide-for-plymouth-county-businesses-suffering-death-by-a-thousand-subscriptions) Tuesday, 14 October 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/best-practices) [ ![A Guide for Plymouth County Businesses Suffering Death by a Thousand Subscriptions](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_articles/1639/b2ap3_large_Too_Many_Subs_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/a-guide-for-plymouth-county-businesses-suffering-death-by-a-thousand-subscriptions "A Guide for Plymouth County Businesses Suffering Death by a Thousand Subscriptions") You open the company credit card statement, your eyes glazing over. There it is again: a swarm of charges—potentially, a few you don’t even recognize. Each is a small monthly fee, but together, they represent a significant, untamed expense. This *"SaaS sprawl"* is a silent profit killer. If this sounds painfully familiar, you're not alone, and there's a clear path back to control. Tags: [Software](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/software) [Saving Money](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/saving-money) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/a-guide-for-plymouth-county-businesses-suffering-death-by-a-thousand-subscriptions#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/a-guide-for-plymouth-county-businesses-suffering-death-by-a-thousand-subscriptions) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [How Well Does a 4-Day Workweek Work? Ask Iceland!](https://datalyst.net/blog/how-well-does-a-4-day-workweek-work-ask-iceland) Monday, 13 October 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Business](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/business) [ ![How Well Does a 4-Day Workweek Work? Ask Iceland!](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/October_2025/10-13-25/b2ap3_large_4workweek_170625989_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/how-well-does-a-4-day-workweek-work-ask-iceland "How Well Does a 4-Day Workweek Work? Ask Iceland!") The idea of a four-day workweek (where employees work the same schedule, minus one day a week) has long been campaigned for, with numerous anecdotes supporting its efficacy. One very successful example is provided by the nation of Iceland, which implemented initial trials of reduced work with just under 1 percent of its population, or about 2,500 people, back in 2015. These efforts have increased over the years, and today, almost 90% of Icelandic workers work 36 hours per week with no negative ramifications to the economy. In fact, Iceland’s society has enjoyed significant benefits during this experiment. Tags: [Current Events](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/current-events) [Productivity](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/productivity-1) [Workplace Strategy](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/workplace-strategy) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/how-well-does-a-4-day-workweek-work-ask-iceland#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/how-well-does-a-4-day-workweek-work-ask-iceland) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [3 Ways to Stop Smartphone Data Theft](https://datalyst.net/blog/3-ways-to-stop-smartphone-data-theft) Friday, 10 October 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/best-practices) [ ![3 Ways to Stop Smartphone Data Theft](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/October_2025/10-10-25/b2ap3_large_SmartPhoneTheft_1692173260_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/3-ways-to-stop-smartphone-data-theft "3 Ways to Stop Smartphone Data Theft") It’s everyone’s worst nightmare—checking your pockets or purse, then checking them again, trying to feel around for your smartphone, but it’s not there. Where did you leave it, or where did it fall out? Or worst of all, did someone steal it? Regardless of how you lost your smartphone, you need to take these three simple steps to ensure whoever finds it can’t steal your data. Tags: [Data](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/data) [Smartphone](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/smartphone) [Mobile Device](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/mobile-device) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/3-ways-to-stop-smartphone-data-theft#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/3-ways-to-stop-smartphone-data-theft) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Six Options for Business Virtualization](https://datalyst.net/blog/six-options-for-business-virtualization) Wednesday, 08 October 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Technology](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/technology) [ ![Six Options for Business Virtualization](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/October_2025/10-08-25/b2ap3_large_Virtualize_979363189_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/six-options-for-business-virtualization "Six Options for Business Virtualization") How does your business use virtualization? We guarantee you that at least part of your infrastructure is virtualized to some degree, even if you don’t realize it. From hardware infrastructure to your desktop infrastructure, there are plenty of options for how your business can leverage virtualization for considerable impact. Tags: [Virtualization](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/virtualization) [Technology](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/technology) [Business](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/business) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/six-options-for-business-virtualization#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/six-options-for-business-virtualization) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Why and How a Technology Refresh is Actually Worth It](https://datalyst.net/blog/why-and-how-a-technology-refresh-is-actually-worth-it) Monday, 06 October 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Technology](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/technology) [ ![Why and How a Technology Refresh is Actually Worth It](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/October_2025/10-06-25/b2ap3_large_TechRefresh_687555127_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/why-and-how-a-technology-refresh-is-actually-worth-it "Why and How a Technology Refresh is Actually Worth It") It’s easy to skimp here and there when you run a business. After all, it isn’t cheap, and you have to make difficult decisions every day for where you’re prioritizing your spending. One area where you can’t scrimp on a substandard investment is your technology; especially an old computer that has broken down over and over again. If you’re not careful, that broken computer could be holding you back and costing you profit. Tags: [Technology](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/technology) [Upgrade](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/upgrade) [Computer](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/computer) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/why-and-how-a-technology-refresh-is-actually-worth-it#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/why-and-how-a-technology-refresh-is-actually-worth-it) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Analytics Can Help You Put Your Business in Better Position](https://datalyst.net/blog/analytics-can-help-you-put-your-business-in-better-position) Friday, 03 October 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Miscellaneous](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/miscellaneous) [ ![Analytics Can Help You Put Your Business in Better Position](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/October_2025/10-03-25/b2ap3_large_MoneyBall_977014380_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/analytics-can-help-you-put-your-business-in-better-position "Analytics Can Help You Put Your Business in Better Position") In the movie Moneyball, Billy Beane and the Oakland A's changed baseball forever. Faced with a tiny budget in the early 2000s, Beane ignored traditional scouting and used data to find talented, undervalued players. This sabermetrics approach allowed a small-market team to consistently beat rivals with much bigger budgets, proving that data, not just money, can lead to success. Today, those same principles apply to every business. In a competitive world, companies of all sizes and industries can use data to make smarter decisions, optimize resources, and build a stronger business for less. Tags: [Data](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/data) [Technology](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/technology) [Saving Money](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/saving-money) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/analytics-can-help-you-put-your-business-in-better-position#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/analytics-can-help-you-put-your-business-in-better-position) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Saving Your Data Can Be as Easy as 3-2-1](https://datalyst.net/blog/saving-your-data-can-be-as-easy-as-3-2-1) Thursday, 02 October 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/best-practices) [ ![Saving Your Data Can Be as Easy as 3-2-1](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/October_2025/10-01-25/b2ap3_large_SaveData_215905031_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/saving-your-data-can-be-as-easy-as-3-2-1 "Saving Your Data Can Be as Easy as 3-2-1") It is remarkable how much more capacity our data storage tools have than they had upon their initial invention, and how much data we’ve amassed in that time. The first-ever commercial hard drive was the size of two refrigerators, and held a mere five megabytes of data. For context, that’s about five photographs. Today, hard drives hold exponentially more data, and it is critical that you are doing everything you can to protect this data from any circumstance, from fire, severe weather, or cyberattack. So, are you? Too many business owners aren’t sure… but there’s a way you can be. Tags: [Backup](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/backup) [Cloud](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/cloud) [Data Recovery](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/data-recovery) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/saving-your-data-can-be-as-easy-as-3-2-1#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/saving-your-data-can-be-as-easy-as-3-2-1) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Strengthen Your Business During Cybersecurity Awareness Month](https://datalyst.net/blog/strengthen-your-business-during-cybersecurity-awareness-month) Wednesday, 01 October 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![Strengthen Your Business During Cybersecurity Awareness Month](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/Alert%20Blog/b2ap3_large_cybersecurity_603251058_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/strengthen-your-business-during-cybersecurity-awareness-month "Strengthen Your Business During Cybersecurity Awareness Month") Cybercriminals don’t always go after the toughest targets—they go after the easiest ones. Businesses without even the most basic protections are at the greatest risk. This Cybersecurity Awareness Month, it’s the perfect time to revisit your defenses and make sure you’re not leaving the door open. Here are the essentials to get started—and the next steps to take your security even further. Tags: [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/best-practices) [Password](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/password) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/strengthen-your-business-during-cybersecurity-awareness-month#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/strengthen-your-business-during-cybersecurity-awareness-month) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Digital Tug-of-War: Achieving Both Productivity and Cybersecurity](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content/digital-tug-of-war-achieving-both-productivity-and-cybersecurity) Tuesday, 30 September 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Newsletter](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content) [ ![Digital Tug-of-War: Achieving Both Productivity and Cybersecurity](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/October_2025_Newsletters/1.0/b2ap3_large_LEAD_TugOWar_3001247_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content/digital-tug-of-war-achieving-both-productivity-and-cybersecurity "Digital Tug-of-War: Achieving Both Productivity and Cybersecurity") Do you feel like you’re walking a tightrope between getting things done and maintaining the security of your network and data? You’re not alone. Ultimately, we’re all trying to be as productive as possible, and we want to use all the cool collaboration tools, work from anywhere, and get things done fast. Tags: [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Software](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/software) [Efficiency](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/efficiency) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content/digital-tug-of-war-achieving-both-productivity-and-cybersecurity#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content/digital-tug-of-war-achieving-both-productivity-and-cybersecurity) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [How to Hire an IT Vendor You’ll Never Want to Fire (Us)](https://datalyst.net/blog/how-to-hire-an-it-vendor-you-ll-never-want-to-fire-us) Monday, 29 September 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/best-practices) [ ![How to Hire an IT Vendor You’ll Never Want to Fire (Us)](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/September_2025/09-29-25/b2ap3_large_ITVendor_1438519216_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/how-to-hire-an-it-vendor-you-ll-never-want-to-fire-us "How to Hire an IT Vendor You’ll Never Want to Fire (Us)") How do you know when it’s time to fire one of your vendors? Better yet, how do you know when you’re better off firing your IT vendor to find a better option? These kinds of situations can be stressful, but they’re not impossible. We’re here to help you make the call, as well as to offer a better alternative that saves you time, energy, and money. Tags: [Small Business](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/small-business) [IT Services](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/it-services) [Managed Service](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/managed-service) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/how-to-hire-an-it-vendor-you-ll-never-want-to-fire-us#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/how-to-hire-an-it-vendor-you-ll-never-want-to-fire-us) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Cybersecurity Made Easy: Four Tips for Every User](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content/cybersecurity-made-easy-four-tips-for-every-user) Saturday, 27 September 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Newsletter](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content) [ ![Cybersecurity Made Easy: Four Tips for Every User](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/October_2025_Newsletters/1.0/b2ap3_large_Cybersecurity_901490820_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content/cybersecurity-made-easy-four-tips-for-every-user "Cybersecurity Made Easy: Four Tips for Every User") From online banking and shopping to social media and remote work, we're constantly sharing information. While our digital lives offer incredible convenience, they also expose us to a growing number of cyberthreats. Cybercriminals are always looking for new ways to exploit vulnerabilities and steal personal information. Fortunately, by adopting a few key habits, you can significantly reduce your risk and protect your data. Here are four things every user needs to remember to help them avoid cyberthreats. Tags: [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [User Tips](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/user-tips) [Phishing](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/phishing) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content/cybersecurity-made-easy-four-tips-for-every-user#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content/cybersecurity-made-easy-four-tips-for-every-user) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Managed IT Helps Your Business AND Your Employees](https://datalyst.net/blog/managed-it-helps-your-business-and-your-employees) Friday, 26 September 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Business](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/business) [ ![Managed IT Helps Your Business AND Your Employees](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/September_2025/09-26-25/b2ap3_large_ITExpert_1501238568_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/managed-it-helps-your-business-and-your-employees "Managed IT Helps Your Business AND Your Employees") Do you have an internal IT department for your business? Small businesses often don’t have dedicated IT staff, and if they do, chances are they’re overwhelmed with tasks and constantly playing catch-up (IT is a big job, after all). In fact, they might feel like they can never take time off *because* they’re so busy. If you want to ensure your business always has the IT it needs, then you should consider outsourcing as an option. Tags: [IT Services](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/it-services) [Business](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/business) [Managed Service](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/managed-service) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/managed-it-helps-your-business-and-your-employees#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/managed-it-helps-your-business-and-your-employees) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [The Basic Dos & Don'ts of Business Continuity Planning](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content/the-basic-dos-don-ts-of-business-continuity-planning) Thursday, 25 September 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Newsletter](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content) [ ![The Basic Dos & Don'ts of Business Continuity Planning](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/October_2025_Newsletters/1.0/b2ap3_large_BCP_1312400980_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content/the-basic-dos-don-ts-of-business-continuity-planning "The Basic Dos & Don'ts of Business Continuity Planning") Any business can face a variety of disruptions, from natural disasters to cyberattacks. While many organizations understand the importance of preparing for the unexpected, not all of them have a solid plan in place. A well-crafted business continuity plan (BCP) is crucial for protecting your employees, customers, and bottom line. Here are some key dos and don'ts to consider when creating your business continuity strategy. Tags: [Backup](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/backup) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/best-practices) [Disaster Recovery](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/disaster-recovery) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content/the-basic-dos-don-ts-of-business-continuity-planning#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content/the-basic-dos-don-ts-of-business-continuity-planning) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Phishing Scams Are Everywhere. Here’s What You Need to Know.](https://datalyst.net/blog/phishing-scams-are-everywhere-here-s-what-you-need-to-know) Wednesday, 24 September 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![Phishing Scams Are Everywhere. Here’s What You Need to Know.](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/September_2025/09-24-25/b2ap3_large_Phishing_1655418692_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/phishing-scams-are-everywhere-here-s-what-you-need-to-know "Phishing Scams Are Everywhere. Here’s What You Need to Know.") Scams are everywhere, and it’s up to you and your team to identify them before you accidentally expose your business to something truly sinister. However, it’s often easier said than done, and scammers have gotten craftier in recent years. Today, we want to discuss three of the dead giveaways that you’re looking at a phishing scam, as well as how to address it. Tags: [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Malware](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/malware) [Phishing](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/phishing) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/phishing-scams-are-everywhere-here-s-what-you-need-to-know#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/phishing-scams-are-everywhere-here-s-what-you-need-to-know) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Quiet Cracking: The Silent Erosion of Employee Well-Being](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content/quiet-cracking-the-silent-erosion-of-employee-well-being) Tuesday, 23 September 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Newsletter](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content) [ ![Quiet Cracking: The Silent Erosion of Employee Well-Being](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/October_2025_Newsletters/1.0/b2ap3_large_CrackedEmployee_611236259_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content/quiet-cracking-the-silent-erosion-of-employee-well-being "Quiet Cracking: The Silent Erosion of Employee Well-Being") Business owners like to talk about things like time theft and quiet quitting as reasons why they wring their hands over lost productivity, and unfortunately, it’s almost always their view that it is the erosion of a strong work ethic. What if the real problem isn't about employees checking out, but rather, something far more on the nose? Let’s talk about quiet cracking. Quiet cracking is the slow, almost imperceptible breakdown of a knowledge worker's mental and emotional state under the relentless pressure of the demands of their workplace. It's not a sudden burnout, but a gradual fragmentation of their well-being, and it’s happening a lot. Tags: [IT Support](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/it-support-1) [Training](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/training) [Collaboration](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/collaboration) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content/quiet-cracking-the-silent-erosion-of-employee-well-being#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/newsletter-content/quiet-cracking-the-silent-erosion-of-employee-well-being) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [How to Make Sure Updates and Patches Don’t Create More Problems](https://datalyst.net/blog/how-to-make-sure-updates-and-patches-don-t-create-more-problems) Monday, 22 September 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Technology](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/technology) [ ![How to Make Sure Updates and Patches Don’t Create More Problems](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/September_2025/09-22-25/b2ap3_large_LayDownLaw_1306571466_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/how-to-make-sure-updates-and-patches-don-t-create-more-problems "How to Make Sure Updates and Patches Don’t Create More Problems") If you want your devices to keep running smoothly, including utility and security, you need to ensure they are updated. Updates sometimes cause problems beyond what they solve, however. What looks like a routine patch or update could impact your important applications, and if you’re not careful, you could potentially cause a downtime scenario simply by being proactive with your updates. Tags: [Best Practices](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/best-practices) [Technology](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/technology) [Upgrade](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/upgrade) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/how-to-make-sure-updates-and-patches-don-t-create-more-problems#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/how-to-make-sure-updates-and-patches-don-t-create-more-problems) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [The Right Cybersecurity Measures are a Great Confidence Booster](https://datalyst.net/blog/the-right-cybersecurity-measures-are-a-great-confidence-booster) Friday, 19 September 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![The Right Cybersecurity Measures are a Great Confidence Booster](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/September_2025/09-19-25/b2ap3_large_Cybersecurity_395026695_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/the-right-cybersecurity-measures-are-a-great-confidence-booster "The Right Cybersecurity Measures are a Great Confidence Booster") Nowadays, we’re all busy—especially at work. Collectively, our days are filled with improving our products and services, cultivating client relationships, and putting out fires left and right. Do you really have the mental bandwidth to commit to quibbling over whether or not your data is secure? The fact of the matter is that cyberattacks of all kinds are a constant threat to everyone, and could very well take your business out of commission unless you do something about it. Let’s review some steps that will help reinforce your business’ security posture and better defend your data. 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