Blue Layer

“We Have Backups” Isn’t Enough

Chris Powell — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:19:33 +0000

.Modern Data Protection Requires More.

When we ask a new client about their data protection, the answer we hear most often is, “Oh, we have backups.” They’re usually right. They do have something. What they don’t have, in most cases, is confidence that those backups will work when the moment comes to use them.

That gap, between having a backup and being able to recover, is where we’ve watched businesses get hurt.

The World Your Backup Was Built For

Most of the backup systems we inherit from new clients were designed five to ten years ago, for a specific kind of problem: accidental file deletion, a failed hard drive, a corrupted database. Someone deletes a file they need. A server crashes. You restore from backup, lose a few hours of work at most, and move on with your day.

Those things still happen, and we still fix them regularly. But they’re not what keeps us up at night anymore.

Ransomware changed the calculus. It doesn’t delete or corrupt one file; it systematically encrypts everything it can reach across every connected drive, share, and mapped resource on your network. If your backup drive is connected to that network, ransomware will find it. If your cloud backup syncs in real time, the encrypted files overwrite your clean copies before anyone notices. And if your retention window is only 30 days with no active monitoring to catch an intrusion quickly, an attacker can sit inside your systems well past that window before anyone knows they’re there, leaving no clean data to restore.

A backup strategy built for 2015 threats can fail completely against what we’re seeing in 2026.

Why the 3-2-1 Rule Often Falls Short in Practice

The 3-2-1 framework has been the gold standard for years, and for good reason: three copies of your data, on two different types of media, with one copy stored off-site and logically isolated from your primary network. That last part matters as much as the geography does. Isolation is what keeps a network-level attack from reaching your last clean copy.

Where we see this break down is in the implementation, not the concept. A business has a local backup and a cloud sync, but the sync mirrors in real time, so an infection reaches the cloud copy just as fast as it reaches everything else. Or there’s an off-site backup that hasn’t been tested in two years, and nobody can say with certainty whether it would successfully restore. Or the retention window holds 30 days, which assumes a breach gets detected quickly. That assumption only holds if you have active monitoring in place. Without it, a business can go weeks or months without knowing an attacker is inside, and by the time it’s discovered, the clean data may already be outside that 30-day window.

The framework isn’t the problem. The gap between the framework on paper and what’s running is.

Recovery Time Is the Number That Matters Most

Here’s what we tell every client: having a backup file that exists somewhere is not the same as having a business that can get back up and running. The question we care about isn’t “do we have a copy of the data.” It’s “how fast can we get you operational again, and how much will you lose in the meantime.”

That’s recovery time, and it’s the single most underestimated variable in most backup conversations. A restore that takes 36 hours can cost a business far more than the ransom itself, in lost revenue, missed deadlines, and staff sitting idle. We’ve seen companies with technically compliant backups still take days to get functional again, because nobody had walked through what the actual restoration process looks like under pressure.

Alongside recovery time, we want to know the recovery point, meaning how much data you’d lose measured in time. If your last clean snapshot is six hours old, that’s very different from 24. Both numbers need to be defined in advance, not discovered during an actual incident.

Immutable Backups: The Piece Most Systems Are Still Missing

This is one of the biggest gaps we find in legacy backup setups. Immutable backups are copies that cannot be altered, encrypted, or deleted, not by an attacker, not even by an administrator, for a defined retention period. Once that data is written, it’s locked.

Ransomware depends on being able to reach and encrypt every copy of your data it can find, including your backups. Immutability removes that option entirely. Even if an attacker gains full administrative access to your network, your immutable backup set stays untouched and recoverable. We consider this non-negotiable for any client handling sensitive data, and increasingly, for any client at all.

Integrity Checks and Boot Tests: Proving the Backup Actually Works

A backup you haven’t tested is a theory, not a plan. We’ve walked into environments where the nightly backup job had been silently failing for months, and nobody knew until the day it mattered.

That’s why we build integrity checks into every backup strategy we put in place, automated verification that confirms the data written matches what should be there. Beyond that, we run boot tests, which means spinning up a backed-up server or system in an isolated environment to confirm it powers on and functions, not just that the files exist. There’s a real difference between “the backup completed successfully” and “this system will actually come back online if we need it to.” Boot tests answer the second question, and it’s the only one that matters in an emergency.

What Failure Really Costs

This is the number most business owners underestimate or never calculate at all. The ransom demand itself, which many businesses end up paying, averages $150,000 to $300,000 for small and mid-sized companies. That’s rarely the full cost.

Downtime while systems are offline costs thousands of dollars an hour in lost productivity. Recovery labor, whether it’s your internal team, your MSP, or a specialized incident response firm, gets billed at premium rates during an active emergency. Reputational damage affects client retention and new business conversations for months afterward. And for regulated industries like healthcare, legal, or any business handling sensitive data, there are HIPAA or compliance penalties layered on top of everything else.

Industry estimates put the average total cost of a ransomware incident for a small business between $200,000 and $500,000, all factors included. That number tends to catch owners off guard, because they assumed the worst case was paying the ransom and moving on.

Backups Are a Component. BCDR Is the Actual Goal.

Having a backup is one piece of data protection. Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery, BCDR, is the standard we hold our clients to.

We ask a different set of questions than “do we have backups.” How quickly can operations be restored after an incident. What’s the recovery time objective, meaning how many hours or days of downtime the business can realistically survive. What’s the recovery point objective, meaning how much data loss is acceptable, measured in time. And has the recovery process been tested and verified in the last 12 months, not assumed to still work.

Once we have honest answers to those questions, we can tell a client exactly where their real risk sits, and we can make informed decisions together about what level of protection fits their business, instead of trusting a setup that was adequate a few years ago and hasn’t been revisited since.

Modern BCDR Doesn’t Require an Enterprise Budget

This is usually where the conversation surprises people. Cloud-integrated BCDR with off-site replication, immutable storage, automated recovery testing, and clearly defined RTOs and RPOs isn’t enterprise-exclusive technology anymore. The pricing and architecture have matured to the point where a business with 10 to 50 employees can run a genuinely modern data protection strategy without an enterprise-sized budget.

The hard part was never the cost. It’s getting an honest, current assessment of where things stand.

Where We’d Start

If nobody has walked through your backup architecture with a critical eye in the past two years, that’s the place to begin. Not a sales pitch, just a straightforward look at what’s in place, where the real risks are, and what it would take to close the gaps.

We run this assessment regularly for clients and prospective clients alike. If you want a clear picture of where your data protection stands against what we’re seeing in 2026, reach out. The conversation is free. The alternative rarely is.

The 3-2-1 Backup Rule Still Matters

Chris Powell — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:15:58 +0000

But Modern Recovery Requires More.

When businesses think about data protection, the first question is usually simple: “Do we have backups?”This is a good place to start, but it’s no longer the full picture.

A strong backup strategy has long been built around the 3-2-1 rule, a trusted framework designed to reduce the risk of data loss and improve recovery when something goes awry.

The rule is simple:

● 3 copies of your data

● 2 different types of storage media

● 1 copy kept off-site

It remains one of the smartest foundations for protecting business data. But in today’s environment, following the rule on paper is not always enough. Sometimes we need to do more.

Why the 3-2-1 Rule Works

The strength of the 3-2-1 approach is redundancy.

If one device fails, another copy exists. If local hardware is damaged, an off-site version remains available. If accidental deletion or corruption occurs, there are multiple recovery options to help ensure your data is saved.

This layered approach helps businesses recover from common issues like hardware failure, human error, natural disasters, and system crashes.

In short, it prevents a single point of failure from becoming a business-wide problem.

What’s Changed?

Unfortunately, digital landscapes have evolved, and IT threats have evolved along with them.

Years ago, backups were often designed around broken servers or deleted files. Today, ransomware and cyberattacks create a very different challenge. More modern threats could target shared drives, connected devices, or even the backup systems themselves. Some malware is designed specifically to locate and disable recovery options before a defense is even launched.

That means businesses need more than stored copies of data. They need recovery strategies that can withstand modern threats.

Backup Storage Is Only Part of the Equation

You may assume that because you have backups, you’re fully protected. But real recovery depends on more than just having files stored elsewhere.

It’s also important to consider how quickly these systems can be back up and running after an attack. How often are your backups checked to confirm they’re working? And can a recovery happen after a major disruption? It’s important for data to be backed up, but what good is that data if your entire system is down?

The Modern Version of 3-2-1

Today, many organizations build on the classic model with additional safety measures like:

● Immutable backups that cannot be altered by ransomware

● Cloud replication for geographic resilience

● Defined recovery time objectives (RTO) and recovery point objectives (RPO)

● Automated backup monitoring and integrity checks

● Routine recovery testing, including boot tests to confirm systems come back online

The principle remains the same: multiple copies, multiple locations, reduced risk.

The tools have simply improved.

A Smart Place to Start

If your current backup strategy hasn’t been reviewed in the last year, now is a smart time to revisit it.

At Blue Layer, we help businesses evaluate backup and recovery readiness, identify gaps, and build practical strategies that fit real operational needs.

Because having backups is important. But being able to recover quickly is what truly protects a business.

Hardware Costs Just Jumped 40-60%

Chris Powell — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 14:26:34 +0000

Your Equipment Budget Needs to Adapt.

The conversation usually starts when someone pulls up a quote from last fall and asks, “Can we still get this price?” The answer is no. And the prices won’t be coming back down anytime soon.

RAM prices have jumped 50% in the past three months alone, with another 40-50% increase on the horizon for early 2026. A 32GB memory kit that would have cost $100-200 just a few months ago now starts at $350, a jump that pushes past 600% for certain configurations. Enterprise SSDs have climbed more than 250% since mid-2025. Hard drives are up about 35%. And if you’re pricing new computers from Dell, HP, or Lenovo, expect 15-20% more than you would have paid in late 2025.

None of this is normal supply chain disruption. This is something bigger.

What’s Driving the Price Surge?

The culprit is straightforward: artificial intelligence is consuming virtually all available supply of high-capacity memory and storage. Manufacturers worldwide are redirecting production away from traditional PC components and toward the high-bandwidth memory that powers AI accelerators. When you’re competing for chips against data centers training the next generation of AI models, you lose.

The U.S. government has only made this more complicated by threatening 100% tariffs on imported memory chips. That adds another layer of uncertainty and potential cost to an already strained market.

The Uncomfortable Truth: Waiting Will Cost You More

If you think that equipment replacement can wait another year or two until prices stabilize, think again. Your aging hardware isn’t getting cheaper to replace by delaying. It’s getting more expensive. And here’s what makes this a real problem: that 2024 equipment purchase plan you’re sitting on is obsolete.

Memory now accounts for roughly 23% of a new PC’s bill of materials, up from 16% in 2025. That’s a meaningful percentage of your total cost. If you’re replacing five computers, it’s noticeable. If you’re refreshing a department, it changes the math significantly.

Worse, there’s no quick resolution. Industry analysts don’t expect normalization until 2027 or 2028, when new production capacity comes online. The high-capacity memory shortage isn’t going away next quarter or even next year.

What This Means for Your Business

This creates a real planning challenge. You’re trying to manage IT costs while equipment budgets are shifting under your feet. Equipment that’s already aging isn’t just becoming a performance issue, it’s becoming an economic decision point. Running older hardware longer isn’t free. It costs you in slower employee productivity, increased support tickets, higher failure rates, and vulnerability windows that grow wider as equipment ages.

The hard truth is this: delaying the replacement of aging hardware might actually cost you more in total cost of ownership than replacing it now at higher prices. And you can’t make that decision without understanding what you actually have and what you actually need.

What You Can Do About It

First, update your assumptions. Equipment pricing from six months ago is no longer your baseline. Get current quotes on what you really need to replace, and make those decisions based on what’s actually available and what it actually costs right now.

Second, prioritize ruthlessly. You probably can’t replace everything you want to replace. Figure out what’s truly aging, what’s critical to operations, and what can wait. Sometimes that means making uncomfortable choices about which systems get refreshed first.

Third, think about the total picture, not just the purchase price. An aging PC costs you in wasted employee time, repair calls, and security exposure. A new computer costs more upfront but works faster and more reliably. That math is worth calculating.

And finally, get some perspective. This is a legitimate business challenge, but it’s not a crisis. You still have options. You can plan strategically, make informed choices, and move forward. You just need to plan based on current reality, not on prices from months ago.

A Resource for Right Now

We’re working with a lot of businesses through exactly this situation. We help clients understand what’s really aging, what needs to happen, and how to sequence those decisions without blowing the budget. If you’re facing hardware decisions in 2026 and you want a fresh perspective based on what’s actually happening in the market right now, it’s worth a conversation.

Blue Layer Named #159 on the 2025 MSP 501 List

Chris Powell — Thu, 26 Jun 2025 20:34:05 +0000

Blue Layer Named #159 on the 2025 MSP 501 List

Rising in the Ranks, Growing with Purpose

We’re excited to share some incredible news—Blue Layer has been ranked #159 on Channel Futures’ 2025 MSP 501 list!

This recognition places us among the top managed service providers in the world and marks our 11th consecutive year on the list. We’re proud to say that we are the only MSP/MSSP in West Texas to achieve that level of consistency—a testament to the steady growth, innovation, and client trust that have carried us forward year after year.

Just two years ago, we landed at #383. Last year, we jumped to #295. And now, we’ve climbed to #159. This steady rise is a direct result of our commitment to evolving alongside our clients, listening to their needs, and providing smart, dependable IT solutions that make their day-to-day smoother and more secure.

At Blue Layer, we know success isn’t just about numbers—it’s about people. Whether we’re improving technology processes, solving complex challenges, or simply showing up when it matters most, we’re focused on doing things better than we did yesterday.

To our team: thank you for your hard work, your expertise, and your heart.
To our clients: thank you for trusting us to be part of your business journey.

Here’s to continued progress—and always putting people first in everything we do.

Cybersecurity Event

Dev BlueLayer — Tue, 15 Oct 2024 15:17:05 +0000

Thursday, October 17th

2pm to 5pm, Presentation begins at 3:00 Texas Tech Club, West Stadium

RSVP to events@bluelayer.com

Join us for an insightful session featuring presentations from Arctic Wolf, Datto,
and Blue Layer. We’ll delve into the layered approach of how to keep your organization protected from cybercriminals. Topics will include: intrusion detection and prevention (monitoring and response), endpoint protection, and security awareness training.

Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your cybersecurity knowledge
and strategies.

We look forward to seeing you there!

AI Technology

Dev BlueLayer — Fri, 05 Apr 2024 13:10:19 +0000

Artificial intelligence (AI) has become increasingly relevant for managed service providers (MSPs) in recent years, offering various opportunities and challenges. Here’s how AI impacts MSPs:

Automated Operations: MSPs can leverage AI to automate routine tasks such as monitoring network performance, managing backups, and deploying updates. This automation increases operational efficiency and allows MSPs to focus on higher-value tasks.
Predictive Maintenance: AI-powered predictive analytics can anticipate potential issues before they occur, enabling MSPs to perform proactive maintenance and minimize downtime for their clients. This predictive capability enhances the reliability of services provided by MSPs.
Enhanced Security: AI can strengthen security measures by identifying and responding to threats in real-time. MSPs can employ AI-driven security solutions to detect anomalies, analyze patterns, and mitigate cybersecurity risks for their clients’ IT infrastructures.
Improved Customer Service: Chatbots and virtual assistants powered by AI can handle customer inquiries and support tickets, providing immediate responses and resolutions to common issues. This enhances the customer service experience and reduces the workload on MSP support teams.
Data Analysis and Insights: AI enables MSPs to analyze large volumes of data generated by their clients’ systems and extract valuable insights. These insights can be used to optimize performance, identify trends, and make data-driven recommendations for improving IT operations.
Customized Solutions: AI algorithms can personalize services based on individual client needs and preferences. MSPs can use AI to tailor solutions according to specific requirements, delivering greater value and satisfaction to their clients.
Resource Optimization: AI-driven resource allocation and optimization algorithms help MSPs allocate resources more efficiently, ensuring optimal performance and cost-effectiveness for their clients’ IT environments.
Competitive Advantage: MSPs that adopt AI early and integrate it effectively into their service offerings can gain a competitive edge in the market. AI enables MSPs to deliver innovative solutions, differentiate themselves from competitors, and attract new clients.

However, there are also challenges associated with integrating AI into MSP operations, including the initial investment in AI technology, data privacy concerns, and the need for specialized skills to develop and maintain AI systems. Overall, AI presents significant opportunities for MSPs to streamline operations, enhance service delivery, and drive business growth in a rapidly evolving IT landscape.

5G Beyond Your iPhone

Dev BlueLayer — Fri, 13 Jan 2023 19:37:05 +0000

When we think 5G, we think of our iPhones. We’re just praying that we see it, so small, in the top right-hand corner of our cell. Because we can’t stream videos or load our feeds with LTE, right? And please, no green texts.

But similar to IoT, or the Internet of Things, many people don’t understand the way 5G allows our world to operate beyond our iPhones.

Every time you hear an ambulance blaze by, breathe a sigh of relief as your plane lands safely, or watch a smart car park itself–you’re watching 5G in action.

Let’s explore the massive reach of 5G technology.

What is 5G?

5G is the 5th generation mobile network. 1-4G have been around for years with the first being developed in the 1980s. 5G wireless technology delivers more reliability, massive network capacity, increased availability, and better user experience.

The new technology connects new industries to the world like never before.

Let’s talk about how.

Mission-critical communication

Mission-critical communications rely on a network and its infrastructure systems to make the world a better and safer place.

5G guarantees critical infrastructure is extremely reliable and available. Think airport control towers, 9-1-1 call centers, and hospitals that perform life-saving medical treatments.

Business transformation through massive IoT

Internet of Things is a network of connected devices and the technology that facilitates communication between the devices themselves and the cloud.

5G allows IoT to seamlessly connect, transforming the way businesses operate and work throughout the cloud. Not only does it improve processes and productivity, but provides low-cost connectivity solutions. A win-win.

Industrial automation

5G has also allowed companies to innovate the way they create products and provide services.

Smart factories, with the use of 5G and IoT, are now able to streamline their processes. Instead of humans performing monotonous, dangerous tasks, production lines are automated and controlled remotely. No need for workers or operators. This saves businesses money, protects employees, and allows for real-time monitoring and diagnostics.

Self-driving cars and transportation systems are also impacted by the use of 5G. The fast speeds and low latency 5G allows for enhanced delivery of data from sensors to operation and then back to the driver, improving performance and safety.

Technology dominates our world and it is only going to continue improving, innovating, and allowing us to experience life in different ways.

Blue Layer offers 11 services to streamline your business and its processes in a way that will propel you into success. Using the technology above, we can bring you the innovative change and advancement discussed above. Let’s get started today.

Privacy Simplified: How to Protect Your Personal Information Online

Dev BlueLayer — Fri, 13 Jan 2023 19:31:01 +0000

Although the internet continues to get technologically safer, cyber criminals continue to get smarter.

That’s why it’s important to take the necessary, yet simple steps, to protect yourself when using the internet.

Whether it’s for personal or professional use, it’s incredibly important to practice proper security when spending time on the web.

Start practicing these easy-to-use tips and feel safer in your daily digital life.

Be careful what you share on social media

Although social media apps and sites such as Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter all have privacy protections in place, there is always a level of accessibility when it comes to sharing on the internet.

Always double check photos you upload to ensure personal information isn’t visible in the fore or background. Never answer questions asked by strangers or acquaintances, even if they seem harmless. And always ensure to practice proper password protocols. Including numbers and symbols will make it harder for hackers to crack the code.

Be careful what you click

An easy way to protect yourself online is to never trust a link you don’t recognize.

Phishing attempts can be made through links in emails to retrieve financial or personal information. Once you click the link, you’ll be asked to verify your information and that’s when it’s stolen.

Cyber criminals use links as a quick and sneaky way to introduce viruses and malware to your devices. Once the link is opened, your assets are attacked.

Remember, banks or financial institutions will never ask you to provide personal or financial information via email.

Before clicking on links, hover your cursor over the link to view the destination or URL. If it isn’t one you recognize, stay away.

Use a virtual private network

A virtual private network, or VPN, allows privacy and anonymity when surfing the web by creating a private network from a public internet connection. VPNs also hide your IP address, so whatever you do online is untraceable.

Using a VPN instead of a public network at a place like a library or coffee shop is important when hoping to protect yourself online. A VPN makes it significantly more difficult for criminals to access your privacy and information.

When talking about VPN options, there are free apps available for use; however, paying for a service will provide you with maximum security.

Install quality antivirus software

Finally, it’s always a smart and proactive idea to install antivirus software on all of your devices.

The software can keep hackers from taking control of your computer, accessing your information, and even tracking your location.

Antivirus programs run in the background, so you won’t even know it’s there while it’s protecting you and your device. The only maintenance the software requires is occasional updates released by the manufacturer, so it can continue running properly and successfully.

As technology continues to advance, we have to keep up. The more time we spend on the internet, the more vulnerable we are.

Using the internet safely and securely protects you in your everyday life. Take the necessary steps to ensure you surf safely.

Stay up-to-date on the latest technology news, advancements, and trends with Blue Layer.

Blue Layer Acquires Texas Computer Works

Dev BlueLayer — Thu, 12 Jan 2023 21:21:35 +0000

Blue Layer, a leading technology solutions provider, has announced its acquisition of Texas Computer Works, a well-known computer repair and support service provider in Central Texas.

The acquisition will enhance Blue Layer’s ability to provide comprehensive technology solutions to its customers, including hardware and software support, network design, installation, and managed services. Texas Computer Works has a strong reputation for its customer service and technical expertise, and the acquisition allows Texas Computer Works to expand its service under Blue Layer throughout the Central Texas area.

“We are excited to welcome Texas Computer Works to the Blue Layer family,” said Jeromy Mallory, CEO of Blue Layer. “Their expertise in computer repair and support will be a valuable addition to our services, and we look forward to working together to provide even better technology solutions to all our customers.”

Blue Layer plans to merge Texas Computer Works into Blue Layer’s existing business by retaining the company’s existing staff, leadership, and clientele. The acquisition is expected to be complete in the coming weeks.

“Joining forces with Blue Layer will allow us to better serve our customers and expand our capabilities,” said Steven Youngman, CEO of Texas Computer Works. “We are excited to be part of a leading technology solutions provider and look forward to the opportunities this acquisition brings.”

The acquisition is the latest in a series of strategic moves by Blue Layer to enhance its position in the Managed Services, Co-Managed Services, and Advisory Services technology consulting space. As a customer service company focused on technology, this strategic acquisition strengthens Blue Layer’s commitment to customer service and our client’s success.

The Latest Phishing Attacks & How Businesses Fall for Them

Dev BlueLayer — Tue, 20 Dec 2022 17:17:13 +0000

Did you know that 90% of successful data breaches begin with phishing scams? Since the term as we know it was first used in the late 1990s, phishing has evolved into cyber criminals’ most tried and true methods of stealing sensitive information or data from unsuspecting users and their businesses. They are costly, they are constantly evolving into new shapes, and they aren’t going anywhere. Some of the most recent and most prevalent attempts at phishing that we’ve seen have included:

Email phishing: Phishing emails are the most common form of attack and one of the oldest in the book. Most attempts use a trustworthy email address and format that the recipient will recognize. The emails contain clickable links that contain a malicious link, document, or image that’s used to obtain personal information or download malicious code.

Spear phishing: Spear phishing is a more targeted attack that gathers public information used to target entire businesses or departments.

CEO Fraud: Also known as “whaling,” this scam targets high-level executives of organizations, as opposed to those that they serve.

Business Email Compromise (BEC): This method is similar to whaling, but instead of attacking high-level executives, it impersonates them.

HTTPS phishing: These attacks are URL-based and an attempt to trick users into clicking what appears to be a safe link. In the past, HTTPS protocol required certain certificates that protected against these kinds of attacks. However, hackers are now able to obtain and apply those certificates to their scam sites for free.

While they may appear different at face value, most phishing schemes essentially work the same way and have the same goal: stealing information from your business.

So, if they’ve been around for years and we know so much about them, then why are the latest phishing attacks still posing threats to businesses?

Some businesses fail to emphasize the importance of cybersecurity etiquette.

It’s easy to throw around words like “cybersecurity” or “phishing” or “cybercriminals,” but what do they actually mean for a business and its information? They can’t be that dangerous, right?

Wrong.

When employees are constantly bombarded with overstimulation of messages on a daily basis, it becomes all too easy for them to become detached from the grim reality that these types of threats pose. It’s also easy to let your guard down when work gets busy and you’re operating on autopilot. “Out of sight, out of mind” just doesn’t cut it when it comes to the latest phishing scams, and employees must be on guard at all times. How? With cybersecurity awareness training.

Some businesses fail to properly train employees on cybersecurity awareness.

Suppose an employee doesn’t know how to identify and avoid phishing scams. How can they be expected to stand on the front lines between their business and cybercriminals who are constantly changing and evolving the way they attack? Cybersecurity awareness training puts everyone on the same page and teaches them how to identify and avoid malicious content, even when it is indiscernible from the rest of the messages flooding their inboxes.

Some businesses fail to make cybersecurity awareness a natural part of their employees’ workday rhythms.

Cybersecurity awareness is the only way to combat the latest phishing attacks, and refining it should become as natural as opening your email in the morning. The same way hackers are constantly updating their methods, we have to continually update our knowledge. Becoming stagnant can mean leaving your business vulnerable.

Phishing attacks may be evolving and becoming more sophisticated, but that doesn’t mean your business has to fall for them. Contact Blue Layer today to learn how our cybersecurity awareness training can transform your employees into impenetrable human firewalls!