CCS Blogs and News
Discover expert insights from our IT team on the CCS Blog, where we cover IT strategies, the latest tech updates, how-to guides, and industry news. Stay informed and ahead in the world of technology with our latest posts.
Common Risk Assessment Myths That Every Business Owner Needs to Know
Despite believing they were immune, a small law firm in Maryland fell victim to a ransomware attack. Similarly, an accounting firm in the Midwest lost all access to its client information, financial records and tax files. They assumed that antivirus software was all...
Risk Assessments: Your Pitstop for Growth and Security
Running a business is like being in the driver’s seat of a high-performance car. It’s fast-paced, competitive and full of passion. But even the best racecars can’t go far without regular pitstops. Skipping those important checks is like failing to assess the security...
CCS’ Annual E-Rate Webinar Series
CCS invites you to join us forour annual E-Rate webinar series. This series is designed to provide valuable insights into the E-Rate Program, its application process, compliance requirements, and eligible products and services. We will also share tips on how to...
Tech Planning and Budgeting: A Winning Combination for You
A solid tech plan is non-negotiable for any business that wants to succeed in today’s competitive tech landscape. When paired with effective budgeting, this plan ensures that your technology investments not only align with your...
Remote Workers: Empowering a Security-First Culture
Imagine a workplace where every employee is vigilant against cyberthreats, a place where security isn’t just a protocol but a mindset. In the era of hybrid work, achieving this vision is not just ideal — it’s a necessity. While implementing security controls and tools...
Don’t Get Hooked: Understanding and Preventing Phishing Scams
Imagine starting your day with a cup of coffee, ready to tackle your to-do list, when an email that appears to be from a trusted partner lands in your inbox. It looks legitimate, but hidden within is a phishing trap set by cybercriminals. This scenario is becoming all...
Six Step for Successful Business Continuity Planning
Imagine being the owner of the most popular coffee joint on the corner. Your loyal customers line up outside each morning, eager to grab their caffeine fix. But, one day, as your staff hustles to keep up with the orders, a sudden storm knocks out the power, leaving...
Navigating the Risks of Rapid Tech Acceleration
We live in a world where possibilities are endless. From automated cars ferrying passengers to AI systems carrying out surgeries, tech innovations are quickly taking over our lives. The world of business is no different. Machine learning, AI, robotics and automation...
How to Survive the Next Digital Outbreak: Security Tactics to Stop the Spread
There’s been another outbreak. This time it’s digital. Your business’ only hope of survival? Next-gen identity verification and security defenses that can spot and eradicate AI deepfakes before an injection or presentation attack makes you the next victim of the cyber...
Debunking Myths About AI in Cybersecurity
AI has become a buzzword that often evokes a mix of awe, doubt and even fear, especially when it comes to cybersecurity. However, the fact is that if used effectively AI can revolutionize the way businesses like yours operate. That’s why you must cut through the noise...
How Cybercriminals Use AI to Power Their Attacks
Managing your IT is challenging enough without worrying about cyberattacks. However, there is cause for alarm as hackers are using artificial intelligence (AI) to launch sophisticated cyberattacks to steal your data and disrupt operations. The good news is there are...
The Most Dangerous Myths About Cloud Data Backup
For businesses, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions offer unparalleled opportunities to enhance efficiency, scalability and overall operations. However, growing SaaS backup-related misconceptions also have the potential to hurt your business growth. In this blog,...
CCS Recognized on the Prestigious 2024 CRN Tech Elite 250 List for the Eighth Year in a Row
Hauppauge, NY, March 18, 2024 — CCS (Custom Computer Specialists) announced today that CRN, a brand of The Channel Company, has honored CCS on its 2024 Tech Elite 250 list. This list recognizes technology solution providers across the U.S. and Canada that have earned...
The Hidden Costs of Ineffective Data Management
In today's business landscape, data isn't just power -- it's the very lifeline that fuels business decisions, drives innovations and shapes strategies. However, businesses often find it difficult to effectively manage the vast amounts of data they hold, and that's...
Expanding managed IT services provider, CCS, recognized on CRN’s 2024 MSP 500 List
Hauppauge, NY, February 12, 2024 — Custom Computer Specialists, (“CCS”), announced today that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named CCS to its Managed Service Provider (MSP) 500 list in the Elite 150 category for 2024. The MSP 500 list compiled by CRN serves...
Tackling the Hidden Challenges of Network Monitoring
Your network is your business’s lifeline.A healthy and secure network is critical for seamless communication and operational efficiency. That’s why it’s crucial to proactively identify issues and optimize performance through continuous network security...
Bolster Cyber Defenses With Routine Security Tests
Businesses today face a range of cybersecurity threats, from social engineering attacks like phishing to sophisticated ransomware. For business leaders like you, protecting your network is crucial since it is the lifeline of your business. Any vulnerability in your...
Key Considerations When Selecting the Right Cyber Insurance Coverage
Is your business prepared to confront today’s growing cybersecurity threats? Although adopting the latest technologies and industry trends is undoubtedly crucial, it is equally important to ensure that your business has the best cyber liability insurance. Think of it...
Top 5 Threats IoT Devices Pose to Data Protection & Privacy
Gartner Inc. predicted that by 2023, CIOs would be responsible for over three times the endpoints they were responsible for in 2018 due to the rapid evolution of IoT trends and technologies. With billions of physical devices worldwide connected to the internet today,...
How Effectively Managing Risk Bolsters Cyber Defenses
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, where cyberthreats and vulnerabilities continually emerge, it’s obvious that eliminating all risk is impossible. Yet, there’s a powerful strategy that can help address your organization’s most critical security gaps,...
5 Ways to Combine Compliance & Cybersecurity Best Practices to Improve Outcomes
Compliance and security are equally crucial to ensure a seamless operation. Although security is a prime component of compliance, compliance is not the same as security. Both are interconnected but still different. While compliance helps you meet industry or...
CCS, a Leading Technology Services Provider, Announces the Acquisitions of Clarity Technology Group and Local Stratus
CCS further expands its footprint into the Mid-Atlantic with its next set of acquisitions Custom Computer Specialists (“CCS” or “Custom”) today announced the acquisitions of Clarity Technology Group (“Clarity”) and Local Stratus (“Local Stratus”). These moves come on...
CCS, a Leading Technology Services Provider, Announces Acquisition of Net Activity
CCS announced today the successful acquisition of Net Activity, Inc. (“Net Activity”). This strategic acquisition further positions CCS as a preeminent technology services provider, enhancing their capabilities, expanding their client base, and strengthening their...
Top 9 Benefits of Outsourcing Your Cybersecurity
When it comes to protecting your business from cyberthreats, having the right tools and technology is only half the battle. You also need the expertise, controls and processes to manage and mitigate these threats effectively. That’s where a managed security service...