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In today’s digital economy, a data breach is more than just an IT issue; it’s a legal and reputational crisis. For South African businesses, the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) places strict demands on how data is stored, shared, and protected. Unfortunately, many companies only take action after a breach. At Techtron, we help you avoid the cycle of...

Techtron provides tailored hassle-free IT services for financial businesses—combining cybersecurity, compliance, and scalable support to keep your systems secure and your business growing....

Discover what Microsoft 365 Copilot really means for SMEs. Techtron explains the real-world ROI beyond the AI hype, with smart configuration and support tailored to small business needs....

Email Security: A Critical Business Concern Phishing attacks and email spoofing are on the rise, targeting businesses of all sizes. Cybercriminals manipulate email headers to make fraudulent messages appear as if they’re coming from trusted sources. Without proper email security measures, businesses risk data breaches, financial losses, and reputation damage. This is where DMARC (Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting & Conformance)...

Data is the lifeblood of small businesses; from customer information to financial records, lost critical data is devastating. Yet, many small businesses overlook the importance of regular data backups and a solid recovery plan, leaving them vulnerable to significant disruptions. The Risks of Neglecting Data Backup Without a proper business data backup strategy, small businesses face several potential pitfalls: Implementing...

Ensure compliance with the South African Protection of Personal Information Act. Learn about the importance of staff training in safeguarding customer data....

It seems like every other day we’re seeing headlines such as “Giant IT Company X Buys Local MSP,” highlighting big mergers and acquisitions in the Managed Service Provider (MSP) industry. While these moves often suggest growth and expansion, they can also bring various challenges for the local businesses they impact. In light of these changes, the benefits of sticking with...

Businesses often evaluate IT support costs to find solutions ranging from cheap to reliable avenues. Ad hoc IT support, though initially less expensive, can lead to unresolved disruptions, dependency on individuals, and lack of standardized protocols, increasing overall risk and costs. In contrast, a well-structured service agreement provides reliable, ongoing support, familiar with the company’s infrastructure, and includes proactive measures like monitoring critical systems. This ensures fewer technical disruptions, greater productivity, and often results in lower overall IT costs....

Many IT service providers use remote monitoring tools to gather information and send reports about their clients’ computer systems. Almost anything can be monitored, from routers and firewalls to virus detection and email services. Here are five benefits of using remote monitoring to keep an eye on your systems: 1. Reduce the Chances of Downtime In order to operate smoothly,...

Make sure you trust the company. It’s vital that you feel comfortable with the person or company you are dealing with. After all they are going to have your company’s data in their hands. You need to trust your IT company as equally you need to trust your accountant. So does the person or company have a reputation, are they...

You know your IT department is crucial to your company’s success, but let’s face it — businesses are always looking for ways to save money. So, how can you cut IT costs without cutting the technology services your company relies on? Reducing IT costs doesn’t have to lead to reductions in IT productivity and effectiveness. Here are three simple ways...

We recently wrote an E-Book on the top 10 Technologies to improve your business and it got us thinking about the flip side: what are the technologies that need to be trimmed?  In this short blog, we’ll review the exact technologies that have the largest negative impact on the productivity of a business. Let’s get started!  Emailing documents internally   This...