Moving to the cloud is simple with the right technology partner! Migrating your applications to the cloud or managing your current cloud infrastructure – AlphaCIS has you covered!
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A simple approach to managing your cloud infrastructure
Cloud Platform
We are a Microsoft partner and primarily focus on integration with Office 365 and Azure for our client's cloud needs. We adapt cloud solutions to solve business problems.
Applications & Use
Our engineers will build out: cloud resources, (including virtual machines), virtual networks, linking Active Directory, and setup access to all of the applications your business needs access to.
Cloud Security
We ensure that best practices are used, and that access is limited, to reduce attack surface and ensure MFA is used to secure all accounts. We monitor all cloud services through our security console, which actively detects and prevents rogue processes and activities. Providing peace of mind is our goal for our clients.
Ongoing Management
Part of our cloud support is ongoing management and maintenance of your cloud resources. This means keeping up with updates, pushing patches, providing user support, and monitoring cloud resources to ensure that everything functions as designed.
Access Anywhere
We maximize efficiency and work flow for your organization by enabling seamless access to your business-critical applications through the cloud. This ensures maximum up-time, security, and availability to mission critical resources for all employees.
Cloud Migration
Some of your applications might already be cloud based, some may still require on-prem servers to run. We can help plan, test, and coordinate the transition to a 100% cloud or hybrid infrastructure. Our goal here is to ensure that whatever solution we propose, makes sense to your organization.
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RECEIVE AN ESTIMATE WITH PRICING AND OUR SOLUTION BROKEN OUT IN DETAILS
NO PUSHY SALES GUYS OR FOLLOW UP SPAM MAIL
We are here to help analyze your business process and come up with the plan that is most effective at solving real business problems utilizing cloud services and technology
Whether it’s email or file sharing, controlling what users can do on their machines, or accessing your programs from anywhere, AlphaCIS can put together a cohesive strategy, piecing together services and making them all work together to support all of the vital business functions in your organization
SECURE ACESS
We put in place all the safeguards, on all cloud services and functionality, in order to protect your company data. Implementing best practices, and the latest in cybersecurity, we work hard to protect your business from the outside threat.
COST SAVING
It's much cheaper to utilize cloud hosted infrastructure to run your business than it is to maintain and host it on-prem servers. This also gives you a much seamless integration and allows much easier access for remote workers
MIGRATE ANY APPLICATION
Migrate any application to the cloud and integrate all other cloud services together. This gives users the ability to access vital business applications from any location or device.
FULLY SCALABLE
No matter if you have 1 user or 10,000 users, your system scales based on your needs, and you only pay for the services used. We ensure that your infrastructure will support your business functions, and that you will only use the services your business needs.
EASE OF ACCESS
Remote or Hybrid workers are easily accomodated by giving your team the tools to collaborate, share files and access applications seamlessly regardless of their location. This allows your employees to access the same software on-site or off-site using the same secured access.
QUICK IMPLEMENTATION
Depending on the complexity of the environment, and number of applications and databases, migration to the cloud can be done rather quickly. If you are deciding to upgrade your servers or to transition to the cloud, it's advisable to do a cost and features analysis to ensure you are making the best move staying on-prem vs. going to the cloud.
Find out how your business can benefit by leveraging the cloud
WE DEVELOP A PLAN, IMPLEMENT IT, AND PROVIDE ON-GOING SUPPORT! GIVE US A CALL TO SEE HOW ALPHACIS CAN HELP YOUR BUSINESS MOVE TO THE CLOUD. (678) 619-1218
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Quickly check the Dark Web for your leaked credentials… without checking the Dark Web
Quickly check the Dark Web for your leaked credentials… without checking the Dark Web Ever wonder if your most used username and password is floating out there in the dark web, but don't want to install a Tor browser, start visiting questionable underground websites, downloading data dumps by hacking groups and spending hours running queries to find your username and password present in these databases? You are in luck because Google did all the hard legwork for you. Chrome is a…
So you think 2FA is protecting you… That’s cute
So you think 2FA is protecting you... That's cute The phone rings, a voice on the other end states, "Welcome to Chase Fraud protection department, we have recently receive a charge from E Constants online retailer for $74.32. If this was not you, please press 1." A few seconds later the phone buzzes and it's a text message from 227895 number which is the same number you always receive the verification code from. You quickly type it in to confirm that it is in fact you. The voice continues:…
What your “IT Guy” won’t tell you. MIGHT hurt you…
What your “IT Guy” won’t tell you. MIGHT hurt you… I'm sure there's more than one IT person who's reading this wondering what they've done to be scrutinized. But here it goes.... Things that are common with "IT Guys" I will first list out some of the concerns that you should think about, and then we can dive deeper into them… Single Point of Failure Poor Documentation Security Risk Can't be the” Jack of all Trades” Single Point of Failure I can't stress enough how important this point…
If you have Office 365, you should utilize Azure AD to protect your firm for free!
If you have Office 365, you should utilize Azure AD to protect your firm Office 365 is Microsoft's cloud productivity suite, with comparable features to Google's G Suite. It includes online versions from many of the most-used Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. A basic version of Azure AD is included FREE of charge with your Office 365 subscription! One compelling feature of Office 365, that your firm may not know about, is Azure Active Directory (Azure AD),…
The biggest cybersecurity threat in 2021 and 2022 affecting all businesses
What is the biggest cybersecurity threat to businesses in 2021 and 2022 that affects all businesses The types of cyber attacks that pose the most serious threat vary depending on the business. There are many different kinds of attacks that hackers might launch, including phishing attempts, ransomware, distributed denial-of-service (DDoS), and more. However, not all threats are created equal. For example, a ransomware attack is usually much more harmful than a DDoS attack because ransomware…
What is the cost for managed IT services in Atlanta?
What is the cost for managed IT services in Atlanta? What is the cost for managed IT services in Atlanta in 2023? The answer to this question varies depending on the companies and services they offer. Most MSPs will sound the same when it comes to the service and their promises however; every offering is different and you will be hard pressed to find two MSPs that use the same tools in their offerings stack. An offerings stack is basically the technology your MSP uses to deliver their…
What 5 minutes of interruption can do to your workflow
What 5 Minutes of Interruption Can Do To Your Workflow I think it’s safe to say that everyone agrees, time is money. Interruption in our tasks can add up very quickly. For example, a study done at The University of California by Gloria Mark, says that it takes about 25 minutes to return to the original task after an interruption. There are multiple studies that also confirm, distractions don't just eat up time during the distraction, they completely derail any sort of productivity for almost 30…
How Invisible IT Costs Add up fast & How to Calculate Them
How invisible IT costs add up quickly and how to calculate them When you hear Managed Service Providers (MSP) companies talk about saving you money, making things more efficient etc., etc., (insert more IT jargon here). What does this all mean? Hiring an IT support provider costs companies money right? So how do they claim to solve world problems and save your business money? Let's start by defining what an MSP is, the promises that MSPs make, how they plan to save you money, and how to tell…
How Lisa had her paycheck stolen – Phishing Attack
How Lisa had her paycheck stolen - Phishing Attack Here is how Lisa had her paycheck stolen. Lets walk through the events leading up to it and how it actually happened! BECKY FROM HR Received an email from an employee named Lisa requesting to change her paycheck to be deposited into a different bank account. Becky sent a reply with an attached document labeled “ACH Bank Change Form” to change the bank where the money is going to be transferred into this Friday for payroll. She received an email…
Retrofit your computer with biometric for $80
In the spirit of October Security month. We have used biometrics to unlock our phones, pay at the grocery stores, log in to our bank accounts for many years now. It only makes sense that this level of security makes it into mainstream day-to-day use on our desktops and laptops. Although many devices already include this feature such as a fingerprint reader, Yubicon now offers a retrofit for older devices to utilize biometrics instead of passwords. Check out this $80 USB key that doubles as a…
What it was like for a CPA firm to survive a cyberattack
What it was like for a CPA firm to survive a cyberattack I met Joe at a networking event, he is a CPA and owns his own Public Accounting Firm. Over time we became friends and I assisted his MSP (Managed Services Provider) on several IT projects. He employs 12-15 accountants depending on the time of the year. One Friday, Joe noticed that his systems were running a little slow. Being that it was a Friday afternoon, and having had dinner plans in a few hours with his family and a few friends, he…
Skip the line! Install Windows 11 and don’t wait for automatic update!
Outside of a controversial Start Menu, windows 11 appears to be mostly familiar to everyone. You can checkout the new features from Microsoft. However if you don't want to wait until the new update arrives to your computer as an automatic update. Don't worry, just head over to Microsoft and download the new update. This link will take you straight to MS page where you can download the update for FREE! You can create installation media like a USB drive or create an ISO. Really easy. If you are…
Network closet cleanup. How to save money & organize data closet
Network closet cleanup. How to save money & organize data closet If your data closets look like a rats nest with unorganized unlabeled wires everywhere, congrats, you are in with the majority! Most of our clients that we come across have a similar issue. Its easy for multiple vendors, your staff and everyone else having their hand in the network closet. No one really wants to fix it since its viewed as an unnecessary and expensive endeavor to…
Microsoft Explains why Windows 11 will be soo much faster!
This 12 min video explains all the features of upcoming Windows 11 and what will make it soo much faster than windows 10. Its pretty impressive that microsoft listened to the feedback of the beta tester program and made the suggested improvements. The real interesting feature is how you will no longer put your computer to sleep / power it down. It will work similar to what your phone does when it is not touched for a few min. The screen will turn off and the only thing that will remain powered…
Stop ransomware with these TWO steps
Stop ransomware with these TWO steps In a world where you can sign up as Ransomware As A Service its no surprise that its soo profitable and soo lucrative that everyone must take the steps to ensure they are protected, because everyone is a target. Windows 10 and 11 comes with many security features that you might not know about that can help in protecting your systems. Although 3rd party AntiVirus solution is advisable, taking these simple TWO steps can further increase the security of your…
500,000 Fortinet VPN Credentials Just Got Leaked
500,000 Fortinet VPN Credentials Got Leaked on Hackers Forum The list of Fortinet VPN credentials was released by a malicious actor known as "Orange," who is the administrator of the recently launched RAMP hacking forum and a past leader of the Babuk Ransomware initiative. Almost 500,000 Fortinet VPN login names and passwords that were scraped in an exploit on multiple devices a year ago. Orange split off to form RAMP and is now thought to be a representative of the new Groove ransomware…
Read this before you hire an IT support company…
CLICK PLAY TO LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE [audio src="https://www.alphacis.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Murf-7.mp3" /] When your business needs to move beyond what you can DIY on your own, it might be time to start thinking about outsourcing your IT. Every company has a different set of needs and various levels of expertise that is needed. You should evaluate which outsourcing service is best for your organization to minimize risk and overhead. This article will talk about the things to consider when evaluating…
Remove NAS from Active Directory (AD) Right Away!
If you are able to connect to your Network Attached Storage Device with your Active Directory credentials it might be a good idea to change the way your NAS authenticates. Ransomware attacks on the rise its hard to think of a work environment where inside the network should be thought of as unsecure space. Unfortunately with social engineered attacks, such as phishing and new exploits being found daily it’s the reality in 2021. Once the hackers gain access to the network, they can encrypt local…
Do This Now to Reduce Cyber Insurance Policy Costs
When it comes to insurance reducing exposures is what underwriters generally focus on to determine the premium costs: Are you storing sensitive data? Are you running credit cards through your terminals? Is your staff trained in security? Do you run backup software and do you test these backups periodically? Are you using firewalls and AV software and is it up to date and managed? Do you have a 3rd party company or internal employees that specialize in managed your network and security?……
Why Your Business Will Need Next Generation Firewall (NGFW)
What is a next-generation firewall (NGFW)? A next-generation firewall (NGFW) is a network security appliance capable of inspecting traffic at the protocol level. An NGFW can enable companies to block unauthorized access, prevent malware from entering the network and securely accelerate business applications. This takes things one step further with not just inspecting packets going in and out of the network, but breaks things down further depending on the applications. What is the difference…
ALL CPA firms should register .CPA Domain while it’s still available!
AICPA launched a new CPA-specific top level domain (TLD) that will help you build trust and reach your clients in a more secure way. This verification process ensures that only those who meet certain requirements can register for this TLD, which adds another safeguard and level of trust for potential clients. If your practice hasn't jumped on getting their .CPA domain yet I suggest you do this right away. Unlike .com .net .org or many others that anyone can register for, .CPA MUST in fact be a…
Cybercriminals Are Now Targeting CPA and Accounting Firms 🔐
Cybercriminals Are Now Targeting CPA and Accounting Firms Reasons for targeting accounting firms is almost obvious. Consider if you are trying to get sensitive information such as bank accounts, access to retirement and investment accounts, social security and EIN numbers. What industry would you turn to as a hacker ? The answer is clear, ✅ CPA and accounting firms. Unfortunately, too many of these firms have much of this sensitive client information sitting on a network drive or local…
5 Ways Dealerships Can Save Money On I.T. Costs
1. Stick with one vendor for managing I.T. Think of services with a major cable company or Internet provider. It’s always cheaper when you bundle multiple services, like internet and T.V., and/or phone. This concept is also true when it comes to selecting an I.T. services vendor. Much like a Dr., you would not want a brain surgeon operating on your heart. This is also true when it comes to IT providers as well. An I.T. company that dabbles in 20 different industries more than likely…
Do these 3 things right now to prevent ransomware on your systems!
Do these 3 things right now to prevent ransomware on your systems! Quick and simple, ransomware works by encrypting your hard drive and any device connected to your computers. This makes all of your files inaccessible and you will see text documents in every folder with instructions on how to pay the ransom to get your files decrypted. A fun fact about ransomware is that in 2020 the attacks increased by 130%. If you break down that number, 81% of the total infected are enterprises, and 62% of…
Fire your IT guy if they do any of these things…
Why you should fire your IT guy Over time things change, people change, and your organization's needs change as well. Here are some of the things to look out for with your current IT guy. Complacency Number one reason to fire your IT guy is complacency. Just like politicians holding the same public office position for 20+ years, they get use to the easy life! Doing things “the way they have always been done” is one of the easiest ways to spot complacency! “The way things have been…