In this year’s keynote address at COMMON’s annual POWERUp conference, we got a vision of what IBM i administration and development may look like in 2030. Of course, AI was front and center, but it was far from a sermon on how advanced automation is going to make us all obsolete. In fact, it
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3 Takeaways from COMMON POWERUp 2024
We’re always looking for insights into the latest trends in Power Systems technology and how real end users are taking advantage of IBM i. So we went straight to the source. COMMON POWERUp 2024 is the annual gathering of IBM i experts, administrators, developers, and service providers. CloudFirst hit the floor to talk to leading
What is IBM Cloud Direct Connect? Why Does It Matter?
Introduction to IBM Power Systems Cloud Environments
After investing time and money into your IBM Power Systems for years, it’s frustrating to realize that most major cloud platforms aren’t compatible with IBM i series or AIX. It doesn’t just feel like IBM is being left behind—it feels like you are. It’s even more puzzling when you learn that thousands of companies still
How to Protect Yourself (And Your Business) from Social Engineering
We’re all used to the obvious robocalls that leave tons of voicemails and the spam emails that clog up our inboxes. But if you’re a business owner, you aren’t always prepared when a senior manager receives an email from someone posing as you or a compelling link supposedly sent out by HR leads to powerful,
Attack Surface Management: How to Lower Cybersecurity Risk by Reducing Your Company’s Attack Surface
It’s hard to comprehend how hackers find ways to enter your network and cripple your business. While you may be focusing on other areas of growth for your company, you can’t leave a portion of your network unprotected and therefore accessible to bad hackers. Consider your attack surface and how to protect it. The reality
Threats, Vulnerabilities and Solutions – How CloudFirst Protects Your Business and Your Data
Today’s businesses are under constant threat of cyber attacks. The famous last words “It could never happen to us” are famous for a reason. An organization that doesn’t prioritize cybersecurity paints a target on its back. The first step to protecting your company is understanding what you’re up against. In our Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Solutions
Understanding Cyber Security Key Performance Indicators: 10 KPIs You Need to Track to Protect Your Business From Ransomware and Other Threats
Key performance indicators (KPIs) allow companies to measure their progress toward goals. They give you a way of checking in to see how you’re doing. Cyber security KPI metrics provide an assessment method to give you insight into whether you’re at risk and if you’re doing enough to keep your company safe. Cyber attacks are
What Is a Business Continuity Plan? (7 Tips to Create a BCP)
How to Get Started with the NIST Risk Management Framework
Most companies don’t think they’re at risk for a cybersecurity attack until it happens to them. By then, it’s too late to stop the wheels already in motion. Their system is compromised, information may be stolen, and the entire organization is vulnerable. Prevention starts with business leaders creating a risk management strategy that ensures data
