Alliance IT Blog
End of Security Support for Windows 10: What You Can Do
Microsoft will officially end security support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025, marking a significant milestone for users and organizations still relying on the aging operating system.
Why Internal Threats Require Proactive Defense
Whether it's a careless click or a misconfigured system, internal threats and vulnerabilities are a major risk for businesses of all sizes.
Is Your IT Infrastructure Hurricane Ready?
Hurricane season isn’t just about stocking up on bottled water and boarding up windows. For businesses, it’s also a time to assess whether their IT infrastructure is prepared to withstand any potential storm.
The Ultimate Safety Net: Offsite Backups
For some businesses, daily offsite backups may be sufficient. For medical, legal, or financial firms, hourly or even real-time backups may be necessary.
Now is the Time to Schedule an IT Audit
Conducting an IT audit - before a hurricane is on the radar - gives your business time to prepare and implement any necessary changes or adjustments.
Business Continuity Planning: 7 Essential Tips
Business continuity planning represents a strategic advantage for SMBs. By preparing ahead of a problem, you protect not just your systems, but your employees, your customers, and your future success.
Hurricane Season: Communicating with Remote Workers
The best business continuity plans are human-centered, and preparing your remote workers doesn't just involve providing a technical checklist.
Leveraging AI to Prevent Disasters Before They Happen
When it comes to disaster prevention—whether cyberattacks or system failures— leveraging AI isn’t about replacing people; it’s about empowering teams to act smarter and more effectively.
Disaster Recovery Planning Made Easy for SMBs
For a small business, disaster recovery planning might sound technical and overwhelming - but it doesn’t have to be.
2025 Work Trend Index: How AI Strategy Is Reshaping SMBs
The 2025 Work Trend Index holds critical guidance for small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) in regard to AI strategy and implementation.
Microsoft Announces End of Authenticator App
After a decade of service, the functionality of Microsoft’s Authenticator app will be discontinued in three stages in the summer of 2025.
Offsite Backups: The Ultimate Safety Net
If disaster strikes—be it a cyberattack or a flood—offsite backups ensure your data survives and your business keeps running.