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vCISO Services: Staying Secure for Less

May 28, 2025

In this article:What is a vCISO?vCISO vs CISOWhy choose a vCISO?What to look forvCISO pricingHow to hire a vCISO💡Free vCISO Pricing Calculator Access the Calculator The average cost of a data breach is $4.88M, according to IBM. Meanwhile, the cyberthreat landscape continues to evolve at an alarming pace.It’s not enough to implement MFA (multifactor authentication) and hope for the best. Cybersecurity requires expert thought leadership—and that starts in the C-suite.Yet not every organization can justify

AI Strategy: 7 Real-World Examples That Drive Business Value

April 18, 2025

In this article: What is AI strategy? AI adoption in business Winning AI strategies Developing an AI framework Top AI business tools Building an AI team Ensuring AI governance Integrating AI into business processes Future of AI for businesses Not sure where to start with your AI strategy? Download our Generative AI Policy Template Your AI journey starts here. Last updated June 9, 2025. Artificial intelligence is transforming how businesses operate, compete, and grow. Whether you’re

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Cloud Managed Services: 5 Key Insights💡

April 3, 2025

In this article: What are cloud managed data center services? Cloud strategies AWS vs. Azure vs. Google Cloud security Finding the right partner 💡Cloud Cost Optimization Guide Download Now Originally published Sept 27, 2024. Last updated June 2, 2025. Is the cloud working for you? Or are you working for the cloud? No doubt about it, cloud systems are affecting us all. They’re complicated, they’re constantly changing, and you never seem to have enough resources

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The Key to Managed Cybersecurity Services💡

March 27, 2025

In this article: What are managed cybersecurity services? Why choose an MSSP? How do you budget for cyber? Calculating cyber ROI What to look for in an MSSP 💡Cybersecurity RFP Template Download Now First published Nov 17, 2023. Reformatted and updated March 27, 2025. Unless you’re a global enterprise, it’s tough to cover cybersecurity with staff resources. But you can’t ignore cybersecurity in today’s threat landscape. The answer is managed cybersecurity services. But what’s included

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Penetration Testing Services 101

March 6, 2025

In this article: What is pentesting? Can your own staff do it? Should you test in off-hours? Pentesting steps How to prepare What do you get? See a sample report Are you easy to hack? That’s the big question. Yet many organizations don’t even know where their weaknesses lie. Penetration testing (AKA pen testing) solves this problem. This is a service provided by a company that specializes in cybersecurity and ethical hacking. The goal of the

SOC as a Service 101

February 27, 2025

In this article: What is SOC as a service? MDR vs. SOCaaS MSSP vs. SOCaaS SOCaaS pricing How much does SOCaaS cost? Use our FREE calculator As cyberattacks become more and more sophisticated, organizations of all sizes need to monitor and respond to threats in real time. Yet it’s incredibly expensive to hire and manage your own 24/7/365 cybersecurity team. SOC as a service provides a welcome alternative. You get all the power of a

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The #1 Secret to a Great HaaS Experience

January 2, 2025

In this article: What is HaaS? Secrets to success HaaS pricing HaaS examples HaaS companies How much does HaaS + managed IT cost? Use our FREE calculator As modern technology environments get more and more complex, it gets more challenging to maintain essential hardware. Server patches, workstation updates, wireless security—it’s a lot for overworked IT teams. It’s even more overwhelming if you don’t have IT staff. For many companies, the answer is hardware as a

Cybersecurity Terms and IT Glossary

November 25, 2024

Cybersecurity Terms and IT Glossary Welcome to the Corsica Technologies glossary! Use this guide to understand common IT terms, acronyms, and definitions. Topics range from basic concepts like access points and aliases to more complex technologies such as MDR and EDI VAN services. Contact Us Technology terms, simplified. This glossary is designed to help users navigate the often confusing world of cybersecurity and information technology by providing clear and concise explanations of various terms and

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Microsoft Copilot vs. ChatGPT: 11 Things You Need To Know – UPDATE

November 4, 2024

Originally published Nov 1, 2023. Revised and expanded Nov 4, 2024. On November 1 2023, Microsoft officially launched its highly anticipated Copilot AI. This is an incredible tool for Microsoft customers. From Word to Teams, Outlook to Excel, Copilot can comb your internal data, interpret it, create deliverables, offer insights, and much more. If that sounds a lot like ChatGPT, it is… and it isn’t. In fact, it’s crucial to understand the differences between these

The #1 Secret to Managed IT Services 🤫

October 25, 2024

In this article: What are managed IT services? How much should you pay? Fully-managed vs. co-managed Getting 24/7 support Remote vs. local support Industry-specific support How much should you pay? Use our FREE calculator First published Oct 25, 2024. Updated June 9, 2025. Whether you have a small IT team, or no technology staff at all, it’s a challenging time in IT. That’s why so many companies turn to managed IT support services. But what all

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Straight Talk On B2B Integration Challenges

September 19, 2024

In this article: What is B2B integration? Benefits of integration Common challenges State of the market A new way forward Free EDI RFP Template Download Now First published Sept 19, 2024. Updated May 12, 2025. Does B2B integration have to hurt? Not necessarily. Yet common B2B integration solutions like iPaaS and managed services fail to create the ideal overlap between affordability, flexibility, and service prioritization. This leaves companies struggling to get accurate, usable data in

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How to Leverage Digital Transformation Consulting

August 2, 2024

In this article: What is digital transformation? Why use a consultancy? Trends, risks, & challenges Strategies & roadmaps Services & tools 💡 FREE GenAI Policy Template Download Now Originally published August 2, 2024. Last updated March 20, 2025. The digital era offers incredible opportunities to transform business processes for the better. But how do you get it right? How do you engage in the right transformation, minimize risks, and maximize outcomes? Digital transformation is a unique

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Everything You Need to Know About EDI💡

June 20, 2024

In this article: What is EDI? How to become EDI capable EDI standards & documents EDI software EDI integration EDI providers Free EDI RFP Template Download Now Published June 20, 2024. Last updated March 18, 2025. If you’re trying to figure out EDI, you’re not alone. Becoming EDI capable (or improving your EDI process) is a great way to open up new market opportunities and become more efficient. But this complex technology requires focus and

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Cybersecurity ROSI Calculator

May 8, 2024

Don’t make strategic decisions about cybersecurity without calculating ROSI (return on security investment). This calculation is a little different from a traditional ROI calculation–and for good reason. After all, cybersecurity doesn’t generate revenue; rather, it protects revenue. It also protects data, users, systems, customers, and brand reputation. That’s why it’s essential to calculate ROSI as you plan for a cybersecurity investment. Luckily, our FREE interactive calculator makes it easy to plug in your numbers and

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Cybersecurity Incident Response And Containment 101

March 1, 2024

Incident Response And Containment 101 What processes and roles should you establish BEFORE an incident occurs? What does the incident response process look like? Here’s everything you need to know. Download this page as a PDF When a cybersecurity incident occurs, it’s all hands on deck. But the best response process in the world won’t help if your organization isn’t prepared before an incident occurs. In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to establish

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Cloud Repatriation 101: What’s Right For You?

February 13, 2024

As the phenomenon of cloud migration reaches maturity, companies are starting to scratch their heads—particularly when they compare the long-term cost of cloud hosting to the long-term cost of on-premises hosting. Sometimes, the numbers don’t add up. This is why many organizations are engaging in cloud repatriation, the practice of moving systems and data from the cloud back to an on-premises model. This process, also called reverse cloud migration, can offer significant benefits—whether you handle

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Managed Network Services: A Complete Guide

November 21, 2023

Last updated May 15, 2025. Managed network services are a lifesaver for overworked IT teams. Rather than monitoring network logs, troubleshooting switches, and working overtime to address vulnerabilities, you can engage a trusted partner to manage your network for you—typically as part of a managed IT support agreement. But not all network management providers are created equal. It’s hard to evaluate one provider against another if you don’t know what you’re looking for. In this

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Cyber Security Quiz – Questions and Answers

November 1, 2023

Test Your Cybersecurity IQ – How Cyber-Savvy Are You? Are you up to the challenge of testing your cybersecurity knowledge? Can you spot the red flags of a phishing attack? Do you know how to stay safe from malicious links and scams? Join us in this cybersecurity quiz to find out just how cyber-savvy you really are! To start, fill out the Typeform below and get results delivered directly to your inbox. Remember, the best

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