An advisory was published by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency on Sunday that stated hackers had penetrated a US Federal Agency. The method of hacking used was a new and unique form of malware that likely hid in the network monitoring software for months. The full scope of the hack remains unknown, but it […]

Taking over may be an exaggeration, but there will be more robots around the Burgh. Autonomous delivery robots have been legalized and classified as pedestrians in PA. These little guys can weigh up to 550 lbs., even without their cargo! Let’s go over what you need to know before you share the sidewalk.   PA […]

We have all been using video chat this year more than ever before. Here are some of the updates Microsoft Teams has made to improve your virtual meetings. Large Gallery View  You will now be able to see up to 49 participants at a time! Together Mode  It uses AI segmentation technology to basically cut […]

Regardless of your industry, social media is no longer an optional part of your marketing strategy. In the U.S., people spend an average of 2 hours on social media every day. That number will only likely increase as we continue to see a decline in traditional media consumption. Paid vs Organic Your social media will […]

Don’t get us wrong, we love technology. We use it every day! The amazing advancements that have been made over the last decade have changed the way we live. However, over the last few years, people are questioning the lack of regulation and monopolization of “Big Tech” companies. Let’s look at what is currently going […]

94% of cyber-threats start with an email. It is important that everyone in your company is aware of the signs of phishing. Here are 10 warning signs that the email you received may be a phishing email.   It has a public email domain Most organizations, even small businesses, have their own email domain. That […]

Cyberattacks are increasing every year. Your organization’s cyber safety requires a proactive approach. You would not wait until someone walks into your house and steals something to decide to put a lock on your door. Cybersecurity and its prevention tactics, such as Penetration Testing, can be looked at in a similar way. It is better […]

Microsoft has extended its support of Windows 10, version 1803 for 6 more months. To help ease the pressure on IT staff impacted by COVID-19, Microsoft has pushed back the end of service date until May 11, 2021. This means security updates will continue to be released monthly until then. End of services for the […]

What is the “Apple Tax”? In case you weren’t aware, Apple automatically takes a 30% cut of app revenue for all purchases. This “Apple Tax” has added up to nearly $275 billion in annual sales. It was originally introduced in 2011, but has gained a lot more attention lately due to increased scrutiny of “big […]

Your business needs help! Maybe you are growing and can no longer handle your IT needs internally. You currently use a Managed Service Provider (MSP) but don’t feel like it is the right fit, or you are hoping to save money by switching to an MSP. Regardless of the reason, choosing your MSP correctly is […]

What is TikTok? TikTok is a social media platform that started off as a “lip-syncing” app.  It has grown to be one of the most popular social media platforms (especially with teenagers) with an estimated 65 million active U.S. users. With comparisons commonly made to Vine, people can share short videos that are set to […]

These last few months have been crazy for all of us. We are fortunate to be able to continue to grow and serve our customers through this difficult time. Sierra Experts is proud to announce some new faces around the office this month as well as some new positions we are still hoping to fill. […]

Disasters come in a variety of shapes and sizes. What’s important is that you have a plan in place prior to them occurring. 46% of users experience data loss every year! This is especially important if you are a small business. 60% of small businesses go out of business within 6 months of a data […]

As more of our life becomes digital it is no surprise that the need for digital forensics increases exponentially every year. However, IT forensics can still be a confusing topic for some. If you find yourself in any one of these 5 situations below, you may want to call a Digital Forensic specialist. 1. Internal […]

You can’t avoid it any longer, you realized that a portion of your advertising dollars need to go to digital ads. Google is so ingrained in our daily routines that it has become a verb. If you don’t prioritize how you show up on Google, you risk not being able to be found by your […]

It can be hard to sort through all of the headlines these days about COVID-19. As the full impact of it continues to unfold, we want to focus on some ways that the Tech industry is making positive strides. Here are some ways different companies have been trying to help. Google They used their data […]

Over 4.7 million people in the U.S. work remote full time. Whether you are permanently working remote or just temporarily working from home, we have compiled some tech tips to help make your remote office more useful. This isn’t going to be a list of tips like, change out of your sweatpants or have a […]

Amongst the spread of COVID-19 many companies are preparing for their employees to work from home. However, if you do not have the proper remote set up, it could cause a serious disruption in your business. Here are some things to consider when preparing your team to work remotely.     VDI – Virtual Desktop […]

Your email is probably open all day at work. You might even be using it during the hours you aren’t at the office. Email is where much of our business takes place now. This makes it a perfect platform for scams. While it is rare to be fired for opening a phishing test email, it […]

We are excited to have so many announcements in February we decided they need their own blog. First off, we have expanded the sales team! Michael and Mark will be working with customers to identify your needs and find the perfect solution. Their respective backgrounds in IT ensure that they understand the challenges you face […]

It seems like every week we hear of another data breach or leak. Some notable past occurrences have been; Marriot exposed information of 383 million guests. 540 million records were exposed from Facebook and Instagram in the spring. 100 million insurance documents were leaked by real estate giant First American Financial Corp. Capital One exposed […]

There are a lot of benefits to outsourcing your IT support. Increase quality and expertise, reduced financial costs, improve efficiency and more.  Here are some indicators that you should explore an outsourced IT department.   There is a Skills Gap Your business is growing! That’s great, but while you try to scale, you may find […]

If you still haven’t upgraded to Windows 10, now is the time! A decade after its release, Windows 7 is still popular. In October, 36% of all active PCs were still running it, which was not far behind the 43.6% running Windows 10. However, as the end of life date quickly approaches, everyone needs to […]