03 Aug, 2026
Many Small and Medium-sized Businesses (SMBs) and public sector organizations still use open file share setups with broad access permissions. This setup creates risk. It exposes data, increases the chance…
Key Points The Department of War suspended CMMC Phase II requirements, but organizations must still comply with NIST SP 800-171, DFARS, and other existing federal security obligations. The suspension pauses…
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Key Points Match File Transfer Method to the Use Case: Use RDP clipboard/drive mapping for small, non-sensitive fixes, RMM/SFTP for bulk, and sanctioned SMB or cloud for collaboration. Protect data…
Key Points Device kiosk mode restricts computers, tablets, and phones to defined apps or workflows so devices stay focused on a specific task. Kiosk mode enforces restrictions at the device…

The State of the Markets (July 2026)

View the video of this post here. This week’s post is sponsored by YCharts, a powerful investment research platform that helps advisors analyze markets, compare securities, and create compelling client visuals. Learn more and get 20% off your initial YCharts Professional subscription (new customers only). The State of the Markets in 10 Charts… 1) Diversification Matters Again A […]

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How to Manage Vulnerabilities Across Client Environments

Key Points Multi-tenant vulnerability management requires centralized dashboards, strict tenant segmentation, and continuous endpoint coverage to eliminate blind spots across all client environments. Vulnerability scanning must operate as a recurring workflow with scan frequency tiered by risk and client policies. Risk-based prioritization using severity, exploitability, and asset criticality prevents alert overload. Effective remediation coordination requires […]

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The Week in Charts (7/1/26)

View the video of this post here. Subscribe to our YouTube channel HERE for weekly videos breaking down the most important charts, trends, and investing lessons. Helping you separate the signal from the noise. The most important charts and themes in markets and investing… 1) The Hundred-Year Flood “This is a hundred-year flood. I’ve never seen […]

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What Happens When End-to-End Tracing Breaks in Distributed Systems

Key points Full End-to-End Tracing is Rarely Achievable in Distributed Systems: Factors like different languages, external APIs, legacy components, and short-lived services create gaps that cannot always be closed. Missing Trace Data Compounds into Bigger Problems: Incomplete visibility extends resolution time and reduces confidence in monitoring data. Partial Visibility is Still Useful: Standardizing what can […]

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Why Endpoint Governance Needs Application Sandboxing

Key points Application sandboxing creates a strictly restricted environment to execute untrusted software without risking the host operating system. These tools block unauthorized actions such as critical file modifications, external network connections, and privilege escalation attempts. Sandboxing serves as a critical fail-safe when integrated into a layered defense strategy alongside antivirus and identity management. Centralized […]

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How Unified Endpoint Management Supports Retail Operations

Key points Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) centralizes the control and visibility of diverse retail devices, such as POS systems and kiosks, to prevent revenue-impacting downtime across distributed locations. By enforcing standardized security baselines and configurations centrally, UEM helps retailers maintain critical compliance standards like PCI DSS and remain continuously audit-ready. Automating routine IT processes, including […]

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Upgrading to Apple Business Manager from DEP & VPP

Key Points Baseline Current Environments: Inventory all active servers, user licenses, legacy Apple IDs, and token expiration dates before making any structural changes to prevent accidental service drops or missing assets. Pre-Design the ABM Structure: Define organization locations, allocate admin or content manager permissions, and assign default MDM servers within Apple Business Manager prior to […]

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