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It’s not a question of *if*, but *when*. The key to effectively navigating a security incident is a structured, well-tested response plan. At ImageNet, our Managed IT Security Team follows the proven framework outlined in NIST SP 800-61 (Computer Security Incident Handling Guide). Here’s how we approach it: [Read More](https://blog.imagenetconsulting.com/responding-to-cybersecurity-incidents-a-structured-approach) [Managed IT Services](https://blog.imagenetconsulting.com/topic/managed-it-services) ## [Technology and Tools for Returning-to-Work](https://blog.imagenetconsulting.com/technology-and-tools-for-returning-to-work) [Laina Davidson, Digital Marketing Specialist](https://blog.imagenetconsulting.com/author/laina-davidson) May 25, 2021 at 10:35 AM Let’s call it the “Return to the Office” instead of “Return-to-Work”. Because we know you never stopped working. In fact, you may have worked more hours than ever before to keep up with demand, while assisting your coworkers and customers with their work-from-home obstacles. [Read More](https://blog.imagenetconsulting.com/technology-and-tools-for-returning-to-work) [Managed IT Services](https://blog.imagenetconsulting.com/topic/managed-it-services) ## [5 Ways to Improve Cybersecurity For You and Your Family: Holidays Edition](https://blog.imagenetconsulting.com/5-ways-to-improve-cybersecurity-for-you-and-your-family-holidays-edition) [Laina Davidson, Digital Marketing Specialist](https://blog.imagenetconsulting.com/author/laina-davidson) December 22, 2020 at 8:45 AM When you perform a preliminary search for cybersecurity best practices, most of the results focus on business-oriented cybersecurity strategies or information about the latest cybersecurity breach. [Read More](https://blog.imagenetconsulting.com/5-ways-to-improve-cybersecurity-for-you-and-your-family-holidays-edition) [Managed IT Services](https://blog.imagenetconsulting.com/topic/managed-it-services) ## [How You Can Streamline Business Operations with Managed IT Services](https://blog.imagenetconsulting.com/streamline-business-operations-with-managed-it) [Juan Fernandez - VP of Managed IT Services](https://blog.imagenetconsulting.com/author/juan-fernandez-vp-of-managed-it-services) October 8, 2019 at 9:15 AM From the printing press to the electric lightbulb, innovations have driven the world into today’s increasingly tech-based arena. Business and the marketplace constantly push for better, faster, more secure technology. Recent [research from CompTIA](https://www.comptia.org/resources/it-industry-trends-analysis) found 30% of businesses are focused on [managed IT services](https://www.imagenetconsulting.com/products/managed-it-services/), making it the number one business solution on the market. From e-commerce and customer services to backend operations like supply chain management, it’s clear that technology is the key to unlocking success. [Read More](https://blog.imagenetconsulting.com/streamline-business-operations-with-managed-it) [Managed IT Services](https://blog.imagenetconsulting.com/topic/managed-it-services) ## [How Using a Managed Service Provider Can Benefit Your IT Department](https://blog.imagenetconsulting.com/how-using-a-managed-service-provider-can-benefit-your-it-department) [Juan Fernandez - VP of Managed IT Services](https://blog.imagenetconsulting.com/author/juan-fernandez-vp-of-managed-it-services) August 6, 2019 at 9:15 AM Business gets more competitive every single day. The never-ending onslaught of competition makes it imperative to find ways to cut costs and improve efficiency. [Read More](https://blog.imagenetconsulting.com/how-using-a-managed-service-provider-can-benefit-your-it-department) [Managed IT Services](https://blog.imagenetconsulting.com/topic/managed-it-services) ## [What Does Managed IT and AI Have in Common?](https://blog.imagenetconsulting.com/what-does-managed-it-and-ai-have-in-common) [Juan Fernandez - VP of Managed IT Services](https://blog.imagenetconsulting.com/author/juan-fernandez-vp-of-managed-it-services) February 19, 2019 at 9:25 AM Artificial intelligence continues to make headlines as developers consider the technology’s potential to solve the most intractable technical problems with ease. But AI isn’t a magic cure-all for any problem – it’s a very specific set of tools for solving a specific set of problems. 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Now, there are laptops, printers, tablets, smartphones, and other connected devices like smart speakers that provide hackers with a new point of entry. [Read More](https://blog.imagenetconsulting.com/how-can-managed-it-services-protect-my-company-from-ransomware) [IT Services](https://blog.imagenetconsulting.com/topic/it-services) ## [Managed IT Services vs In-House Technicians – Which Works for My Growing Organization?](https://blog.imagenetconsulting.com/managed-it-services-vs-in-house-technicians) [Juan Fernandez - VP of Managed IT Services](https://blog.imagenetconsulting.com/author/juan-fernandez-vp-of-managed-it-services) December 11, 2018 at 9:20 AM When planning for IT services there is one question that must be answered by every business: how do you choose between managed IT services vs in-house IT services? The answer to that question is not always immediately clear. Some businesses may opt for in-house IT services because of the perceived benefit of having someone on staff dedicated to the operation. 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