What is Ransomware?

Ransomware is a type of advanced malware attack that takes hold of a device, either locking the user out entirely or encrypting files so they cannot be used.  This type of attack can gain access to your device in a variety of ways.  Whether downloaded from a malicious or compromised website, delivered as an attachment […]

Simpson Wood have teamed up with Direct Voice & Data and MyCloud Media

  Direct Voice & Data were kindly invited by Simpson Wood to do a presentation at the Digital Enterprise Seminar held in the John Smith’s Suite at The John Smith’s Stadium, Huddersfield on 28th March 2017. In what was a very popular event the audience were treated to 4 guest speakers: (From the left) Tim […]

Are Cloud Solutions right for my business?

With more and more SME enterprises – from sole traders to high tech companies with several employees – making cloud computing an integral part of their business operations, we take a look at why the cloud might be right for your organisation. So what is the cloud? Essentially the cloud is technology where your own […]

Proactive v Reactive IT Support – Prevention is Better than Cure

IT failure – something every business dreads. That’s not surprising when last year it was reported that every major IT failure can affect an average of 776,000 people and cost an employer £410,000 for each technology problem they face. Of course those figures include massive corporations, but demonstrate the high relative cost and inconvenience of […]

IT Security – Is Your Business Protected?

What would happen if there was a breach in your IT security? IT security breaches come in many forms – physical damage, computer viruses, hackers or even mistakes by employees – any of which could disrupt the day to day running of your organisation. Worse than that, data could be permanently lost, or used by […]

Why is IT Maintenance Vital?

Do you want to keep your IT system in good health? Like most things, keeping your IT system in good repair helps keep it working efficiently for far longer. This involves maintaining everything – including the physical hardware, the system files, the data, and the applications and programs. The physical hardware – the PC, laptop, […]

Does your business need an IT support contract?

IT system crashed? Now what will you do? Every day your business relies on IT systems – the hardware such as servers, PCs, laptops, tablets and printers; the infrastructure, which includes the cabling, routers and switches, and the software – operating systems and applications. Unfortunately, any part of this can fail.

Finding the right IT support for your business

“Technology is no longer a function within a business which operates largely in isolation. It is at the heart of everything a company does and, when it goes wrong it affects an organisation’s bottom line, its relationship with customers and its wider reputation”. Jon Dowie KPMG A smoothly running IT system is a key part […]