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More ways to collaborate seamlessly outside your organization with Microsoft Teams

Being able to effectively collaborate with external partners is now essential to driving positive business outcomes. Read the blog to gain insight on how Microsoft 365 provides multiple options when collaborating with external organizations in Microsoft Teams. Read More...

Assess your cybersecurity posture

If you're not 100% sure that your cybersecurity strategy is sufficient to meet the advanced threats targeting your hybrid workforce, you're invited to book a free assessment with an expert from Five Nines IT Solutions Inc. to help you identify security gaps and make critical improvements. View: Assess your cybersecurity posture

Zero in on your cloud challenges and opportunities

Let Five Nines IT Solutions Inc. help you tackle cloud challenges and explore ways to optimize cloud computing. Schedule a meeting with our cloud experts to discuss the right path forward. View: Zero in on your cloud challenges and opportunities

Free Cyberthreat Risk Assessment

Let us help you determine if your organization shows signs of compromise and security incidents. Receive a free cyberthreat risk assessment and report when you schedule direct. View: Free Cyberthreat Risk Assessment

4 Ways Technology Can Accelerate Your Sales Cycle

Sales teams are increasingly turning to technology to accelerate sales cycles and drive greater revenue. But what type of technology should you be investing in? Should you be looking at robust CRM tools or does it make more sense to focus on operational sales workflows around billing experience and invoice management? Check out this article to discover the top ways that technology can help accelerate sales, from digitizing paper-intensive sales procedures to increasing sales funnel visibility and identifying revenue friction points. Start learning from best practices in consumer business and make progress in your digital transformation journey. Read More...

Is your agreement process killing deals?

Before you close a deal, there's a lot that happens first. Sellers must consult stakeholders and sign off on various sales agreements like NDAs, quotes, and sales contracts. Such protocols can take a long time and stall approvals, especially if they're carried out manually. With DocuSign Agreement Cloud for Sales, your company can simplify this process digitally to accelerate the sales cycle and reduce the amount of admin work for sellers. With over a dozen applications plus Salesforce, Microsoft, and Oracle integration, DocuSign Agreement Cloud helps you modernize your systems of agreement right inside your CRM. Take a closer look at how this solution benefits your sales team in this infographic. View: Is your agreement process killing deals?

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Top 6 Security Threats Targeting Remote Workers

Remote workers are under a continuous and relentless assault by cyberattackers determined to access their poorly secured data—and most remote employees don't even know it's happening. Discover the biggest threats targeting remote workers. Read More...

Cloud computing adds value well beyond agility, efficiency

For many organizations, cloud computing is adding value beyond agility and efficiency. Read the blog to learn how many businesses are expanding their products and services, achieving brand differentiation, improving customer experiences and reducing regulatory risk. Read More...

Protecting Against Cyber Threats from Nation States

When looking at cyber threats posed by nation states, organizations need to assess their risk and prioritize security accordingly. What are the goals of states and criminal gangs? What risks do they pose? Read this article for an overview and tips on protective measures. Read More...

Surface Go 2 Review and Design Specs

View this extended video about Microsoft's Surface Go 2 and learn why owners and other video viewers are saying "this 2-in-1 is gorgeous," "[competitors can] cost more than double," and "I'm in love with this device." While it's the most portable and affordable Surface 2-in-1, the Go 2 is full of well-thought-out features, including a fast charging option, far-field mics and dual cameras for room conferencing, a sensitive, removable keyboard, and full Windows OS. Its compact size and remote IT administration capabilities make the Go 2 ideal for higher education. For more information, contact Five Nines IT Solutions Inc. today.

VMWare Cloud Web Security: Helps Secure the Future of Work

VMware Cloud Web Security is a cloud-hosted service that protects workers and IT infrastructure from internal and external threats that are created when cloud-based applications are accessed. Read the whitepaper for a deeper dive into features and benefits. View: VMWare Cloud Web Security: Helps Secure the Future of Work

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Guide Interactive Tour — Optimize Financial and Operating Models

Microsoft Dynamics 365 can help you optimize your financial and operating models to create a resilient organization that thrives even in the face of impending disruption. The Microsoft Dynamics 365 Guide Interactive Tour is designed to help your organization drive performance, protect revenue, and take better care of your customers. Read More...

What aspect of the #hybridworkforce do you think poses the biggest challenge to a holistic #cybersecurity strategy? IoT devices? Employees working outside the corporate #firewall? Something else?

What aspect of the #hybridworkforce do you think poses the biggest challenge to a holistic #cybersecurity strategy? IoT devices? Employees working outside the corporate #firewall? Something else?

How would you assess your organization's efficiency in managing #cloud capabilities? Do you feel like you're optimizing your cloud budget or is there obvious waste?

How would you assess your organization's efficiency in managing #cloud capabilities? Do you feel like you're optimizing your cloud budget or is there obvious waste?

Local Governments Stay Vigilant to Cyber Threats When Acquiring Technology

Technology in cities and counties is vulnerable to hackers and malicious actors, which means local government administrators need to stay on guard. Read this blog for highlights on factors contributing to the vulnerability of government agencies. And get recommendations from the director of Baltimore's Department of Public Works on what local jurisdictions should do to bolster security. Read More...

Microsoft Surface for Higher Education

This brochure explains why IT decision makers should adopt Microsoft Surface devices to deliver more engaging and secure digital learning experiences for faculty and students. The Surface line offers easier management and improved security, as well as versatile use and seamless accessibility to today's hybrid, digital/in-person classroom experience. Read about two educational institutions that adopted Surface across their user base. For more information, contact Five Nines IT Solutions Inc. today. View: Microsoft Surface for Higher Education

Mitigating Cybersecurity Risks for Hybrid Work Environments

The distributed workforce continues to present significant security challenges. How do IT teams secure employees who are working from anywhere and on any device connected to multiple networks? Here's a great article outlining security imperatives tailored to the modern workforce. Read More...

Take the opportunity to save millions on cloud technology

With cloud spending expected to accelerate over the next several years, there is a concern that as cloud investment rises, technological inefficiencies will further deplete IT budgets. Read the blog for additional insight on cloud wastage. Read More...

What #cyberthreats pose the biggest risks to your public sector organization? RT to start a conversation.

What #cyberthreats pose the biggest risks to your public sector organization? RT to start a conversation.

DocuSign Agreement Cloud for Salesforce

If you're a Salesforce user and your work requires quotes, contracts, or other agreements, Salesforce just got even more powerful with DocuSign Agreement Cloud for Salesforce. Gain access to a suite of apps and integrations that automate how agreements are prepared, signed, acted on, and managed—all within your Salesforce CRM. For every opportunity you score, simply pick a template, click a button and generate an agreement in seconds that comes prepopulated with customer information. Watch the video to find out more about DocuSign Agreement Cloud for Salesforce and how your organization can get to Closed Won faster with a quick and painless agreement process.

How can Five Nines IT Solutions Inc. help your organization secure the future of your hybrid work environment? Contact us to schedule a meeting with one of our @VMware #hybridwork #security experts.

How can Five Nines IT Solutions Inc. help your organization secure the future of your hybrid work environment? Contact us to schedule a meeting with one of our @VMware #hybridwork #security experts.

Microsoft Endpoint Manager

Microsoft Endpoint Manager keeps data secure in the cloud and on-premises. Configuration Manager and Microsoft Intune connected on a unified platform; it delivers an intuitive administrative experience to your modern workplace. Watch this video for a demo of how it creates flexible paths to cloud management with more scale, security and intelligence. Read More...

How Microsoft Can Help SMBs Realize the Benefits of Productivity Apps in the Cloud

Productivity apps, designed to streamline day-to-day operations, may in fact do the reverse when accessed through on-premises servers. Read the Microsoft blog to gain additional insight on how SMBs can see significant operational benefits by moving their productivity apps to the cloud. Read More...

Listening to millions of IoT building sensor readings with load testing

Making sure all the experiences your employees encounter during a given workday are seamless and productive is crucial to your organization's success. Read the blog to gain insight on how Microsoft is empowering every person and every organization around the globe to achieve more with transformative new technologies. Read More...

Workers Go Back to the Office: Cybersecurity After COVID-19

When the pandemic ushered in an unprecedented period of remote work, businesses had to quickly overhaul their security operations to protect workers and devices outside the traditional corporate firewall. And now with more and more workers returning to the office, the cybersecurity landscape is changing once again. Read on to discover how companies are tackling hybrid work security challenges. Read More...

Piramel Capital & Housing Finance Leverages Microsoft Solutions to Cut Turnaround Times of Loans by 30%

When a large U.S. housing finance company was looking to set up a centralized loan origination and management system, they leveraged a range of Microsoft services to create a Loan Origination System (LOS) for end-to-end management of loans for its wholesale lending business. Read the customer story for additional insight on how Microsoft products brought a range of significant benefits to the firm's operations. Read More...

5 experts demystify post-cloud migration challenges

Organizations must think about what comes after cloud migration and prepare for the challenges that arise once workloads are transferred. Read this blog for additional insight. Read More...

Maryland Receives Nearly $1M Grant Created by Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act to Protect Small Businesses from Cyberattacks | U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen of Maryland

Cyberattacks are a growing threat to small businesses with nearly 9 in 10 small business owners surveyed by the U.S. Small Business Association (SBA) reporting being vulnerable to cyberattack. In response, U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen and the Senate Committee on Small Business & Entrepreneurship Chair Ben Cardin lauded an SBA announcement to award the Maryland Department of Commerce nearly $1M to provide tailored cybersecurity services to small businesses. Read More...

17 companies with great company culture and offering remote work setups

Company culture isn't some abstract buzzword confined to management theory textbooks; it's a powerful concept that drives employee success and business profitability. Check out the 17 companies renowned for their culture that also offer remote work opportunities. Read More...

Cloud Migration Cost Assessment

Cost optimization in Azure can be a complicated process requiring significant effort from contributors across the enterprise. A Microsoft partner, Five Nines IT Solutions Inc. uses lessons learned from successful Azure cost-optimization journeys to help our customers simplify the path. Receive a free Cloud Migration Cost Assessment when you schedule direct. View: Cloud Migration Cost Assessment

Cybersecurity Readiness Consultation

Technology and training are not enough to safeguard your organization against today's litany of cybersecurity attacks. Five Nines IT Solutions Inc. can help you infuse safe behavior into your corporate culture. Book a meeting with our experts today. View: Cybersecurity Readiness Consultation

Why VPN no longer has a place in a secure work environment

With so many companies embracing the hybrid cloud, it appears that now is the right time for companies to move away from VPNs. Read the blog to gain insight on why VPNs for secure work are outdated and can't keep up with the needs of a flexible and widespread workforce. Read More...

What Is HR Digital Transformation?

Digital transformation in the HR department translates to an improved employee experience and reduces time spent on repetitive and time-consuming manual tasks. Check out this article for better insight into the enormous impact digital signatures can have on your company's HR department. Read More...

A free assessment of your hybrid work environment

Most organizations no longer have a workforce; they have two workforces—one remote and one in-person. And these two workforces require different capabilities and solutions to meet their unique needs. We can help you assess your hybrid work strengths and weaknesses. Book your free assessment today. View: A free assessment of your hybrid work environment

Book a cloud security consultation

Let the cloud security experts at Five Nines IT Solutions Inc. help you solve your security challenges. Book a free meeting to discuss the best options for your organization. View: Book a cloud security consultation

New York is First State to Require CLE Course in Cybersecurity

Lawyers in New York have a new CLE requirement that includes one hour of coursework in cybersecurity, data privacy or data protection. Read the article for additional insight on where these requirements fit into ethical competence standards. Read More...

Dynamics 365 License Transition Guide

The Microsoft Dynamics 365 License Transition Guide provides an overview of Dynamics 365 subscription lifecycle and service plans and outlines steps for transition planning, transition process flows and reassignment. Get the guide to fast-track licensing for Dynamics 365 apps and put service and support information at your fingertips. View: Dynamics 365 License Transition Guide

Make a more personal connection with Eye Contact, now generally available

This blog post features an interview with Stevie Bathiche, a Microsoft Technical Fellow and one of the engineers behind the unique Eye Contact technology that allows users to meet each other's gaze as if they were in the same room, helping establish rapport and trust, and enabling greater inclusiveness across demographics. Please contact Five Nines IT Solutions Inc. for more information about the new Eye Contact technology. Read More...

The Security Challenges of Edge Computing

Processing data at the network's edge can reduce the latency of applications and enable richer, AI-powered functionality and user experiences. Read the blog to gain insight into why the distribution of data processing to the network's edge may require a new paradigm for cybersecurity. Read More...

How Leaders Can Make the Best of Remote Working

Discover how to adjust your corporate culture to build an efficient, engaged and collaborative remote workforce—even as many employees return to the office. Read More...

AWS, Google Cloud, and Azure: How their security features compare

Each cloud platform differs in the security tools and features they offer, and this blog breaks down how AWS, Google Cloud, and Azure compare. Read More...

Hybrid Work Communication Consultation

Five Nines IT Solutions Inc. can help you address your organization's hybrid meeting challenges. Schedule a free consultation to learn about our hybrid work enablement solutions. View: Hybrid Work Communication Consultation

How to build an organizational culture that is cybersecurity ready

Digital transformation has helped fuel the intensification of cyber threats, making cybersecurity failure a critical short-term risk. A strong cybersecurity culture goes a long way to minimize cybersecurity risks. Read this article for insight on how to build a cybersecurity-ready culture. Read More...

Free Cloud Migration Consultation

How can Microsoft Cloud for Financial Services help you optimize customer experiences and maximize employee productivity? Receive a free Cloud Migration Consultation with an expert from Five Nines IT Solutions Inc. who can help you assess strengths and goals, identify needs and implement the right solution. View: Free Cloud Migration Consultation

Hybrid Work: A Guide for Business Leaders

Microsoft has discovered that understanding and keeping pace with new employee expectations are key to making hybrid work, work. Read the eBook for additional insight on how to make the hybrid work environment work for your organization. View: Hybrid Work: A Guide for Business Leaders

Introducing the newest Surface Pro X

This video discusses the features of the newest Microsoft Surface Pro X—including Eye Contact, which makes it seem as if the user is making eye contact with their conversation partner on a video call. Please contact Five Nines IT Solutions Inc. for more information about the new Surface Pro X and Eye Contact.

Thinking about your employees who were 100% remote but are now in-person or hybrid, what are some of the biggest challenges you face in helping to facilitate the transition in a way that optimizes job satisfaction & productivity?

Thinking about your employees who were 100% remote but are now in-person or hybrid, what are some of the biggest challenges you face in helping to facilitate the transition in a way that optimizes job satisfaction & productivity?

Have you adjusted your security strategy to address the challenges of securing remote workers and their #IoT devices, as well as data spread across multiple cloud & on-prem networks?

Have you adjusted your security strategy to address the challenges of securing remote workers and their #IoT devices, as well as data spread across multiple cloud & on-prem networks?

Hybrid work is here to stay, so companies are spending more on security

Most IT decision makers believe hybrid work will be the new norm as businesses encourage staff to come back to the office. That puts the pressure on organizations to support new forms of collaboration and reshape employee experiences. Read the blog to learn how organizations meet the challenge. Read More...

Reply for tips on how to infuse smart #security behaviors into your organizational culture.

Reply for tips on how to infuse smart #security behaviors into your organizational culture.

Customer story: Odigo HR

The Odigo Group updates employee contracts every 6-12 months. That's a major reason why they depend on DocuSign eSignature technology. Digital signatures completely transform HR processes, taking the hassle out of onboarding employees and processing forms like contracts and leave requests. Check out this video for more on why The Odigo Group runs on DocuSign. Read More...

What #security challenges will you meet at the #edge? Contact us to discuss how Five Nines IT Solutions Inc. can help you address them with @VMware edge security solutions. #security

What #security challenges will you meet at the #edge? Contact us to discuss how Five Nines IT Solutions Inc. can help you address them with @VMware edge security solutions. #security

Getting People Back to the Office? Now the Transition to Hybrid Working Starts For Real

Old habits die hard, as the saying goes. Employees who are now returning to the office after working from home during the pandemic face new challenges such as commuting expenses and modified work-life balance arrangements. How can leaders facilitate the transition to ensure their hybrid employees thrive? Here's a powerful blueprint: Read More...

What To Know About Cloud-Based Security Amid Digital Transformation

As organizations continue to become more efficient due to the adoption of cloud technology, security concerns have increased as data now spreads across countless applications—both on-premises and in the cloud. Read the blog to gain insight on cloud-based security amid digital transformation. Read More...

Hybrid Work Is Doomed

Many people returning to the office are finding the readjustment challenging. Read the blog to gain insight on why the return may be more about the office as an institution and less about productivity concerns. Read More...

Implementing Azure cost optimization for the enterprise

Cost optimization in Azure can be a complicated process that requires significant effort from across the enterprise. At Microsoft Digital, the solution for reducing Azure costs involved data-driven cost-optimization techniques, investing in central governance and driving modernization across all Azure workloads. This blog describes how Microsoft Digital approached its cost optimization journey, the benefits gained and lessons learned along the way. Read the blog and use it as a blueprint to guide your organization's digital transformation journey with Microsoft Azure. Read More...

MS Cloud for FS Overview: Accelerate Innovation for Sustainable Growth

Customers in the financial services industry expect personalized service and products as well as guidance to manage and protect assets. Watch the video to get an introduction to Microsoft Cloud for Financial Services and how it helps employees more easily manage data to optimize customer experience.

Cybersecurity Training and Tech Aren't Enough

Technology is a core building block of cybersecurity strategy. So is developing and continuously adapting a strong, internal cybersecurity culture. This blog focuses on the human element of security strategy with a look at the importance of culture change. Read More...

Enable secure and productive remote work on any device

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The rise of remote work and hybrid work has increased the demand for systems that employees can access from anywhere. Check out the infographic to gain insight on how Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop enables secure and productive remote work on any device.

As Microsoft is showing, workers may never come back to the office

We have reached a point in the originally pandemic-fueled work-from-home scenario where many workers today turn down jobs that require them to spend all working hours in the office. Read the blog to see how Microsoft and other companies are responding to employees' demands for remote work time. Read More...

Meeting Request

In our hyper-connected world, virtually every organization is at risk of a cyberattack. A cyber risk assessment is an effective way to evaluate the magnitude of your risk, identify which assets are most vulnerable and determine ways to manage the risk. Receive a free cyber risk assessment from one of our experts when you schedule it direct. View: Meeting Request

Test drive the most innovative remote work solutions

Like it or not, remote work is now an institution. And that means businesses must offer solutions that maximize the comfort and productivity of their remote staff. Our team at Five Nines IT Solutions Inc. can show you innovative solutions that do just that. Book your free demo today. View: Test drive the most innovative remote work solutions

Leading New Zealand Bank Transforms Customer Experience with Dynamics 365

When Westpac NZ bank wanted to enhance customer experience and accelerate innovation, it decided to transform back-office processes by transitioning its on-prem CRM to Microsoft Dynamics 365 cloud. Today, the bank's almost 2,800 Dynamics 365 users save as much as 3,850 hours per week. Read the blog to learn how and be inspired by all the other ways the bank benefits. Read More...

It's time to implement a cloud-first strategy

Five Nines IT Solutions Inc. can help your organization innovate faster by embracing cloud-first principles. Sign up for a free cloud demo to learn more. View: It's time to implement a cloud-first strategy

Amazon Cloud Technology Enables Autonomous Driving, Connected Vehicles, and Software-Defined Cars

Amazon Cloud Technology is building a professional service team dedicated to automotive industry solutions with a focus on autonomous driving, vehicle networking, and software-defined vehicles. Read the blog to gain additional insight. Read More...

Scammers Sent Uber to Take Elderly Lady to the Bank

Email scammers sent an Uber to the home of an 80-year-old woman who responded to an email ruse to trick her into wiring money from the bank to the fraudsters. Although the woman caught on to the scam before going to the bank, her story is a chilling reminder of how far crooks will go to rip people off. Read this KrebsonSecurity blog post for insight on the rise in cyber-attacks on people over 60. Read More...

Remote work effectiveness requires adjusting expectations

In this interview, author James Stanier provides an in-depth analysis of remote work effectiveness for individuals and teams, including the critical need to adjust communications expectations. Read More...

Microsoft 365 And Surface: Better Together

This infographic outlines all the benefits that come with pairing Microsoft 365 with Surface devices. Overall, it means an 11% increase in ROI. Contact Five Nines IT Solutions Inc. for further details. View: Microsoft 365 And Surface: Better Together

Edge Computing in Hybrid Cloud: 3 Approaches

With the new concept of edge computing—even edge computing paired with IoT-based systems or with public clouds—the use of a hybrid cloud architecture takes on new dynamics. Read the blog to gain insight on what your team needs to understand about edge computing in hybrid environments, and how to best approach it. Read More...

Thinking outside the 📦, what innovations in IT do you foresee cloud technology driving in the near future? #CloudTech

Thinking outside the 📦, what innovations in IT do you foresee cloud technology driving in the near future? #CloudTech

Twilio Employees Duped by Text Message Phishing Attack

Multiple employees of Twilio, the customer engagement platform provider, were duped into providing their credentials to threat actors in a phishing campaign the company described as a "sophisticated social engineering attack." Read the blog to learn how the threat actors beat Twilio at its own game and steps taken by the victim to contain the damage. Read More...

What do you think are some of the barriers to maximizing remote work #productivity, comfort or morale? Do you have a favorite solution that has helped you and your staff overcome these barriers?

What do you think are some of the barriers to maximizing remote work #productivity, comfort or morale? Do you have a favorite solution that has helped you and your staff overcome these barriers?

Top 10 Ways Growing Businesses are Creating Value with DocuSign

DocuSign is helping small businesses drive revenue and grow their organizations in a variety of ways. From closing sales agreements faster to getting employees onboarded and productive more quickly, DocuSign is helping small businesses reach their full potential. View: Top 10 Ways Growing Businesses are Creating Value with DocuSign

The 4 factors of the new ROI equation

This brochure outlines the new ROI equation and illustrates how Surface devices and Microsoft 365 fit the equation's criteria. If you would like to learn more, please reach out to Five Nines IT Solutions Inc. for additional details. View: The 4 factors of the new ROI equation

What Is Edge Computing? Everything You Need to Know

What is Edge Computing? Everything You Need to Know Read More...

Allscripts tapping into Microsoft's cloud technology to focus on innovation

Electronic healthcare records technology company Allscripts, looking for opportunities in the community hospital market, now offers a cloud-based EHR to deliver a single patient record, including clinical and financial workflows for both inpatient and ambulatory settings of care. Read the blog to learn more about how providers are now focused on adding telehealth, self-scheduling and self-pay capabilities for their patients. Read More...

The Cyber Threats and Trends That Will Dominate Going Into 2023

Predictive intelligence assessments of threats organizations should prepare to thwart over the coming year are starting to come out. Based on commonly used tactics, techniques and procedures, predictions point to continuing increases in ransomware attacks and demands for network access among other trends. Read this blog for a summary of projected threat trends and what organizations need to address them. Read More...

Everything You Need to Work From Home Like a Pro

As we all know by now, working from home has its perks and downsides. Without the right workstation solutions, your remote employees' comfort, productivity and morale could suffer. Here are some solutions to ensure that doesn't happen. Read More...

Paperless Solutions

71% of customers expect businesses to take a stand on social movements as Gen Z will account for 40% of all consumers globally by 2020. And consumers increasingly expect companies to take action to protect the environment. DocuSign offers you the opportunity to be a pioneer of change by using digital signatures to eliminate paper processes. Check out this infographic for more on why going paperless is one of the best steps you can take to protect the environment. View: Paperless Solutions

Look to Cloud for Better Risk Management

A new survey-based study on measuring risk and risk governance indicates the public cloud is the way to go for enterprises wanting to reduce their risk exposure. Read this blog detailing a two-phased project that involved 20 executive interviews and a survey that garnered more than 600 responses. Read More...

What #cyberthreats do you fear most? RT to start a conversation.

What #cyberthreats do you fear most? RT to start a conversation.

Performance enhancements to Microsoft Teams lead to faster response times

Microsoft has been focusing on interaction response times and improving overall performance for Teams users, Read the blog to gain insight on the recent upgrades to Teams that will streamline the experience of using the platform. Read More...

Best remote work setup products

From keyboards to headphones, this blog explores the solutions that will help your remote workforce stay productive and comfortable. Read More...

Journey to the cloud via Microsoft Azure and lessons learned along the way

Longtime Microsoft veteran Pete Apple, a principal service engineer in Microsoft Digital, discusses how the company has benefitted from moving to the cloud and running on Microsoft Azure. Watch the video to gain insight on lessons learned about easy wins, top security considerations and best practices, cloud optimization approaches, segmentation, iterative processes and more.

3 Reasons to Not Delay Your Migration to Dynamics 365 in the Cloud

Elasticity, scalability and accessibility have never been more important, especially as new disruptions continue to test organizations, solutions and processes alike. Read the blog to gain insight on why moving to the cloud should be a business priority and how Microsoft Dynamics 365 can help your organization modernize, customize and keep operations more secure. Read More...

How To Introduce E-Signature Technology Into Your Business Processes

One of the barriers to adopting e-signature technology is lack of awareness. Businesses can be wary of change, and sometimes rightfully so. But digital signatures are worth adopting new technology. DocuSign eSignature technology makes it easier than ever to track progress, obtain signatures, and securely store materials. Read More...

Millennials and Gen Z — your days of remote work could be numbered, says author

Is it time for younger employees to abandon the dream of permanent remote work? See why LinkedIn's first chief HR officer thinks it's in the best interest of employers and employees to return to the office full-time. Read More...

Free Cyber Risk Assessment

A risk assessment — an exercise in identifying, analyzing and evaluating risk — is the best way to ensure the cybersecurity controls and strategies you choose align to the risks your organization faces. Receive a free Cyber Risk Assessment from one of our experts when you schedule direct. View: Free Cyber Risk Assessment

Schedule a Free Cloud Migration Consultation

Assessing your IT resources and environment to evaluate its readiness for the cloud is the first step in a migration initiative. Schedule a complimentary cloud migration consultation with an expert from Five Nines IT Solutions Inc. to make your cloud journey easier and create a best practices-based cloud environment. View: Schedule a Free Cloud Migration Consultation

Free Hybrid Meeting Space Demo

Optimize your meeting rooms to seamlessly engage and inspire teams in hybrid work collaborations. Schedule a free hybrid meeting space demo with a @Microsoft Teams expert from Five Nines IT Solutions Inc.. View: Free Hybrid Meeting Space Demo

AWS, Microsoft, Google Top Cloud AI Developer Market

Some of the largest and most innovative technology companies in the world are investing heavily in cloud artificial intelligence developer services. Read the blog to learn who Gartner has identified as the 13 leading providers. Read More...

Free Dynamics 365 Assessment

Our experts are ready to discuss your cloud migration challenges and propose and implement solutions. A complimentary cloud migration assessment is the first step. Schedule yours today. View: Free Dynamics 365 Assessment

A free demo of the newest remote work tech

You can help your remote employees remain connected, content and productive by empowering them with innovative solutions tailored to the remote workforce. Schedule your free demo today. View: A free demo of the newest remote work tech

Roundtable on Cybersecurity: The Strategies Companies Need to Keep Their Data Safe

As cyberattacks become more sophisticated and harder to trace, it's critical for companies to be ready for them. Three experts from Chicago's cybersecurity scene discuss trends in the cybersecurity arena and how companies can better prepare for cyberattacks. Read this article from Crain's Chicago Business for roundtable highlights. Read More...

Where does AI fit into your organization's future plans?

Schedule a free consultation with the AI experts at Five Nines IT Solutions Inc. to discuss which AI solutions can benefit your organization. View: Where does AI fit into your organization's future plans?

Windows Virtual Desktop on Surface

This web link outlines Windows Virtual Desktop, how it works, and the devices it works with. It highlights Microsoft Surface devices as the ideal tools to use with WVD. To learn more, please contact Five Nines IT Solutions Inc. today. Read More...

The Total Economic Impact of VMware Carbon Black Cloud

As work environments evolve, endpoint security suites have become the first line of defense for most organizations, and a critical one, as attackers today focus on the endpoint almost as much as they do the sensitive corporate servers. Read this analyst report to learn how VMware Carbon Black Cloud provides a next-gen cloud-native endpoint protection platform. View: The Total Economic Impact of VMware Carbon Black Cloud

Vietnamese financial giant improves user experience with a modern workplace for employees

SSI Securities Corporation is one of Vietnam's largest consumer brokerage firms, seeing themselves as working in "the business of success". The company is committed to unlocking opportunities in the financial market for its wide client pool. When the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted day-to-day work, SSI embarked on a company-wide digital transformation. Using a combination of tools including Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365, and Azure, the firm turned the challenge into an opportunity, increasing sales and enhancing the customer experience. Its large employee network spread across multiple cities successfully transitioned to remote work. Read More...

Microsoft Entra Verified ID

Together with the open standards community, customers and partners, Microsoft is helping create a decentralized identity system designed for security, privacy and inclusivity. Read the datasheet for additional information on the features and benefits of Microsoft Entra Verified ID., View: Microsoft Entra Verified ID

Why older CEOs hate letting employees work from home

In the era of hybrid work, the uncomfortable truth is that there's a clear age gap between proponents of returning to the office and employees who want to remain remote. Read the blog for an analysis of the major factors driving the debate. Read More...

AT&T turns up AI for drones, load balancing, 5G build out

AT&T recently outlined the company's blueprint for artificial intelligence and machine learning. Read the blog to gain insight on how AI is now the key ingredient for implementing numerous projects and platforms for AT&T. Read More...

Rising Cyberthreats Increase Cyber Insurance Premiums While Reducing Availability

Cyber insurance has been around for decades. And while more companies are looking for insurance against attacks, insurers are taking steps to limit their exposure to losses, impacting pricing and coverage. Read this WatchBlog post from the GAO on how rising cyberthreats are impacting the insurance market. Read More...

Four ways to enable the Anywhere Office

This guide presents statistics about employee preference for remote work, and introduces the Anywhere Office along with Surface devices to make the Anywhere Office a reality. If you would like to learn more, please reach out to Five Nines IT Solutions Inc. for additional information. View: Four ways to enable the Anywhere Office

Delicate subject alert: are you noticing escalating tensions between employees who want to remain remote and managers who want them back in the office? If so, how do you think the conflict ultimately plays out? #remotework

Delicate subject alert: are you noticing escalating tensions between employees who want to remain remote and managers who want them back in the office? If so, how do you think the conflict ultimately plays out? #remotework

How are rising #cyberthreats impacting cyber insurance premiums and options? Reply if you'd like to discuss how the right cybersecurity helps keep insurance costs in check.

How are rising #cyberthreats impacting cyber insurance premiums and options? Reply if you'd like to discuss how the right cybersecurity helps keep insurance costs in check.

What role, if any, does #AI play in your organization? Are you looking to expand your AI stack? If so, which areas of your business do you think can benefit most from AI and why?

What role, if any, does #AI play in your organization? Are you looking to expand your AI stack? If so, which areas of your business do you think can benefit most from AI and why?

Customer story: Odigo | Go Paperless

Access to clean water and fresh air is important for the culture of The Odigo Group. That's one of the reasons they use DocuSign eSignature technology. Paperless technology helps to conserve finite resources and reduce its overall carbon footprint. The Odigo Group is proud to partner with DocuSign in creating a sustainable future. Read More...

Polk County Schools Protects Data Centers with VMware Carbon Black Cloud Workload

When businesses around the Polk County School District started to experience ransomware attacks, they needed to begin focusing on data privacy and protection while avoiding any disruptions to the learning process. Read the customer story to learn how VMware Carbon Black Cloud Workload provided protection from threats to student data. Read More...

MS Dynamics 365 Migration Program Overview

Watch this video for an overview of the Dynamics 365 Migration Program from Alysa Taylor, Microsoft Corporate Vice President of Apps and Data Marketing, as she discusses the value of migrating to Microsoft cloud.

How can we help you be more proactive about identity & access management? Reply if you'd like one of our experts to reach out to discuss your goals and the solutions we offer to address them — including @Microsoft Entra.

How can we help you be more proactive about identity & access management? Reply if you'd like one of our experts to reach out to discuss your goals and the solutions we offer to address them — including @Microsoft Entra.

More people want to work from home, study shows

It shouldn't come as a shock that more and more employees are taking remote work opportunities for granted. But with employers increasingly demanding a return to the office, there's escalating tension between proponents of the old workforce model and remote-first employees. Read More...

Mapping Microsoft's expedition to the cloud with good cartography

The man originally charged with mapping Microsoft's expedition to the cloud, Pete Apple, recalls the intricacies and nuances the company experienced along the way. Read the blog to gain insight on the important role mapping played driving the journey. Read More...

We're Spending Billions Each Year on Cybersecurity. So Why Aren't Breaches Going Away?

A recent FBI Internet Crime Report shows it received over 847,376 cybersecurity complaints in a year, representing almost $7 million in business losses. This, despite the billions of dollars businesses and governments spend fighting these attacks. Why, with the big brains and big budgets being thrown at cybercrime, are businesses continuing to fall prey to breaches? Read this article from CPO for answers. Read More...

A new Meeting Experience at Microsoft

The way meetings are conducted has changed dramatically and the challenge of making sure live and remote employees are engaged is a very real one. Watch the video to learn how Microsoft is redesigning meeting rooms for an ideal hybrid collaboration experience. Read More...

Open source isn't working for AI

There's never been a more important time to collaborate on AI, yet there's also never been a time when doing so has been more difficult. Read the blog to gain insight on the notion that while many companies may claim to be involved in AI, there are really just three companies pushing the industry forward: Facebook, OpenAI, and Google. Read More...

Cloud Readiness Assessment

Where are you on your cloud journey? How can Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop help accelerate migration? With a cloud readiness assessment, an expert from Five Nines IT Solutions Inc. can help you gain insights into your progress, understand your cloud-readiness strengths and weaknesses, and create an action plan to bridge gaps. Schedule your free cloud readiness assessment today. View: Cloud Readiness Assessment

Ensure your remote employees are productive and happy

Your remote employees may not be completely upfront with you about their job satisfaction. Sure, they enjoy the perks of not having to commute, spending more time with their family and pets, etc., but they may be anxious about everything from compensation to building meaningful connections to the quality and comfort of their workstations. If you would like a free assessment of your remote work capabilities and advice on areas where you can improve, sign up for a free consultation with an expert from Five Nines IT Solutions Inc. View: Ensure your remote employees are productive and happy

Free Cloud Strategy Session

Balancing expected benefits with guardrails to reduce risk is essential as your organization transitions to cloud ops and cloud-native apps. Book a free consultation on crafting the right strategy for cloud transformation. View: Free Cloud Strategy Session

Fast-paced Digitalization Improves Client and User Experience at Global Bank

HSBC is one of the largest banking and financial services institutions in the world with more than 200,000 employees in over 64 countries. When driving digitalization in its complex environment became overwhelming, it turned to the Microsoft portfolio of intelligent business applications. Read the customer story to see how the solution empowers HSBC to deliver operational excellence and create more engaging customer experiences. Read More...

Improve security with remote access and verifiable ID's

Among the many benefits of Microsoft Entra Verified ID is that it can help ensure organizations consistently match the most qualified person with the right project. Request a free consultation with one of our experts to discuss how Five Nines IT Solutions Inc. can help you improve security with remote access and verifiable IDs enabled by technology solutions like Microsoft Entra. View: Improve security with remote access and verifiable ID's

Free Hybrid Work Consultation

Give your team the tools they need to deliver business results faster while working more flexibly, using Microsoft products and hybrid work solutions. The hybrid work experts at Five Nines IT Solutions Inc. can help with a complimentary hybrid work consultation. Contact us to schedule it. View: Free Hybrid Work Consultation

Complimentary Cyber Risk Assessment

Attackers are looking for more sophisticated ways to beat your cyber security, making it ripe time for an independent assessment of your cyber risks. Receive a complimentary cyber risk assessment when you schedule direct. View: Complimentary Cyber Risk Assessment

Compensation Is Becoming an Even Bigger Headache in the Remote-Work Era

The proliferation of remote work opportunities has led to a mass migration of employees moving from big cities where their offices are headquartered to smaller communities where they can work from home. This, in turn, has created a major dilemma for employers trying to figure out equitable compensation amidst the relocations in a tight labor market. Read More...

Global cloud market to reach $1 trillion but 63% of leaders report lack of resources

While the cloud market is expected to hit $1T by 2028, some 63% of surveyed IT and decision-makers are claiming their organizations lack the support for a variety of cloud resources. Read the blog for insight and a deeper dive. Read More...

Relationships Prove Critical in 'Constantly Evolving' Cyberthreat Landscape

As cybercrime continues to evolve, the need for strong partnerships to fight threats has become imperative. Read the article to learn how like-minded individuals from public and private entities around the globe are coming together to combat cyberthreats. Read More...

Compare Surface computers for your business

This Microsoft web page allows you to interactively compare Surface computers for your business. Choose from models that are ideally suited for portability, power, connectivity, and/or economy, then compare specifications including processors, screen resolution and weight. There is a Surface computer that's a perfect match for every person on your team. For more information, contact Five Nines IT Solutions Inc. today. Read More...

The Forrester Wave: Endpoint As A Service, Q2 2021

Security and risk professionals will be able to select the right solution and accelerate growth using this report as a guide, as Forrester evaluates endpoint security SaaS providers and shows how each provider measures up. Download and read the report when evaluating SaaS vendors. View: The Forrester Wave: Endpoint As A Service, Q2 2021

38% of companies say they're offering more #remotework opportunities to alleviate payroll pressure. In other words, they're paying lower salaries in exchange for what they perceive to be the many benefits of working from home. How do you feel about this trend?

38% of companies say they're offering more #remotework opportunities to alleviate payroll pressure. In other words, they're paying lower salaries in exchange for what they perceive to be the many benefits of working from home. How do you feel about this trend?

In a market expected to hit $1T by 2028, has your organization mapped out a truly sustainable #cloud strategy? #cloudtech

In a market expected to hit $1T by 2028, has your organization mapped out a truly sustainable #cloud strategy? #cloudtech

Why the Financial Services Industry Needs to Take Cybersecurity More Seriously

Financial services firms are in an adapt-or-die industry and need a more concerted approach to combatting cybersecurity issues. Read the blog to gain insight on the increased commitment the sector needs to fight the evolving threat landscape. Read More...

Delight Your Customers: Four Ways to Deliver Excellent Customer Experiences

Could you use some pointers on how to create a better customer experience? Honestly, we all could. Did you know that only 11% of companies succeed in delivering a customer experience so good it would set them apart from competitors? Check out this article to learn more about how to make sure your company is having an impact on your targeted audience. View: Delight Your Customers: Four Ways to Deliver Excellent Customer Experiences

Always-connected productivity: Meet Surface Pro X for Business

This fact sheet highlights why this powerful Microsoft computer delivers the best in always-connected productivity. It's an ultra-thin 2-in-1, with a near edge-to-edge screen, 15-hour battery life and Instant On, that connects via fast 4G+ LTE. Features that strengthen relationships while working remotely include far-field mics and Eye Contact—an innovation that makes it appear as if you're looking directly into the camera. For more information about Surface Pro X, contact Five Nines IT Solutions Inc.. View: Always-connected productivity: Meet Surface Pro X for Business

Working from home has become a perk like free lunch, and it could be replacing higher salaries

As wage growth continues to lag inflation and as hourly earnings drop 3% in 2022, some experts argue that remote work may be partly to blame. Why? Well, it's complicated, but one theory is that employers consider the benefits of remote work—e.g., no commute, more time with family, etc., — to be substitutes for higher wages. Read More...

Tech hardware spending may be headed on the decline

Organizations today are taking a hard look at where they can trim their capital expenses and delay large tech purchases that might not be absolutely necessary. Read the blog to learn why spending on hardware is expected to grow at the slowest rate among major IT spending categories. Read More...

Does your financial services organization have a full understanding of the most probable threat vectors? Reply to stay informed of the latest cybersecurity trends and ways to address them.

Does your financial services organization have a full understanding of the most probable threat vectors? Reply to stay informed of the latest cybersecurity trends and ways to address them.

Customer Experience

65% of buyers find a positive experience with a brand to be more influential than great advertising. That's why companies use DocuSign to drive a better customer experience. DocuSign is user-friendly and easy to use, and your customers will love that they can sign documents and complete agreements without coming into your office. View: Customer Experience

What factors should you consider when evaluating endpoint security #SaaS providers? RT to spark a conversation. @VMware

What factors should you consider when evaluating endpoint security #SaaS providers? RT to spark a conversation. @VMware

Azure Tips and Tricks

It's important to note that Microsoft invests over $1 billion in security every year and has over 3,500 security experts dedicated to enhancing customer security. Watch the demo video to learn how to get started with Azure Virtual Desktop and how the platform allows access to the latest and greatest security tools available.

Remote work is closing the geographic pay gap

One of the unintended consequences of the massive shift to remote and hybrid work is that the geographic pay gap appears to be closing—at least among software engineers. Read the blog for a full analysis and to see how this trend could affect your hiring practices, payroll and cost structure. Read More...

What happens when cloud spend surpasses traditional systems?

According to IDC, spending on cloud computing services will overtake traditional IT hardware by 2023. Read the blog to gain insight on why this trend is a double-edged sword. Read More...

Microsoft Cloud for Financial Services Collaboration Manager

Financial institutions are looking for one centralized platform to handle appointment scheduling, virtual customer meetings, managing tasks and lending team collaboration. Watch the video to see how Microsoft Cloud for Financial Services Collaboration Manager helps improve communication, productivity and process orchestration across your organization while enhancing customer experiences.

The future of hybrid work: Reimagining employee experience

The future of hybrid work requires companies to reimagine the employee experience and decide what hybrid work should look like. Read the blog to gain insight on how smart organizations are empowering workers with the tools they need to work more productively and create an inclusive and resilient culture to attract and retain talent. Read More...

Avanade Reimagines Access to Training and Skills Management Using Microsoft Entra Verified ID

Oftentimes the best and most creative ideas come from within an organization, as professional services and technology provider Avanade recently found out. Read the blog to gain insight on how Microsoft Entra Verified ID helped enable this as the company shifted from owning all the identities and credentials to the users controlling their own credentials—when they want to use them and what they want to share. Read More...

How 'born in the cloud' thinking is fueling Microsoft's transformation

After 8 years, Microsoft has finished the "lifting and shifting" of its massive internal workload to Microsoft Azure and this has the company rethinking everything. Read the blog to learn how the company is retooling to take advantage of all the cloud has to offer. Read More...

Rising Fraud in the Digital Age: Detect, Prevent and Respond

Mark Read, head of data breach solutions for TransUnion in the UK, shares insights on the current data breach landscape, including how businesses should respond to a data breach to reduce impact. Watch the video blog to gain insight into the data breach landscape. Read More...