Firewalls: 6 Reasons Why Small Businesses Need One

Firewalls are an essential tool in a small business’ cybersecurity arsenal, acting as a frontline defence for your internet connection. If hackers successfully breach your systems, it can quickly turn into a nightmare situation, leaving you at the mercy of these anonymous attackers. Disturbingly, it took a staggering 207 days for organisations to detect (and […]

Employee Onboarding: Securing New Beginnings

Employee onboarding is an exciting moment for every company, marking growth, fresh perspectives, and potential. But as businesses increasingly lean on digital platforms, it’s crucial that this onboarding journey is not only seamless but also secure. In today’s data-driven landscape, integrating IT and cybersecurity into the onboarding process is more than a best practice – […]

Direct Technical: A New Chapter Begins

We are proud to share the news that we have recently merged with Lewes-based Direct Technical, one of the region’s leading Private Cloud and Managed Service Providers (MSP). Harry and Greg from Direct Technical were welcomed to the wider Wessex IT team earlier this month and work is already underway to start integrating the two businesses.  This […]

Windows Server 2012 End of Life

The clock is ticking for businesses still relying on Windows Server 2012 as it is reaching end of life on October 10th, 2023. With the end of support just around the corner it’s crucial to take action and upgrade promptly. Failure to do so can leave your business vulnerable to cyber threats and non-compliant with […]

Microsoft Renames Azure AD to Microsoft Entra ID

Microsoft recently made an announcement that Azure AD (Active Directory), their popular identity and access management solution, will be undergoing a transformation and rebranding to become Microsoft Entra ID. This strategic move is part of Microsoft’s ongoing efforts to enhance and simplify secure access experiences for users. Starting from August 2023, users will gradually begin […]

Managed IT Services: the True Value for Business

Every business, regardless of its size, relies on effective IT services and systems to deliver increase productivity and quality customer service. Robust and reliable managed IT services can empower businesses to maintain a competitive edge. Since the majority of small and medium-sized businesses lack the expertise and resources to effectively manage IT internally, engaging a […]