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Month: June 2020

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Customer Story: Clifton Coffee


Clifton Coffee Roasters (CCR) is a popular coffee company that profited from the recent boom in café culture. As Clifton Coffee Roasters’ business grew, so did the company leaders’ ambitions. They credit digital business and communication tools from Microsoft with helping them to grow and scale their business. Now, they provide additional services like technical support and delivery service to coffee shops across the UK. Check out this video to see how Clifton Coffee Roasters upgraded their teamwork strategy to grow their business.

Revised DOJ Compliance Guidance

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On June 1st, the Department of Justice (DoJ) release further guidance about compliance programs which could effect the way PCI and HIPAA compliance breaches are handled in court.

https://www.justice.gov/criminal-fraud/page/file/937501/download

They state that compliance programs aren’t merely one-and-done snapshots in time, but are instead dynamic programs that get updated regularly to fit changing circumstances.

An article about it states, “the latest guidance issued by DOJ is premised almost entirely on the adequacy of the organization’s risk assessment efforts, an approach well-known and particularly applicable to cybersecurity professionals. Prosecutors are urged to evaluate the quality and effectiveness of an organization’s risk assessment program by examining:

  1. The risk management process, particularly the methodology used to identify, analyze and address the risks an organization faces
  2. Risk-tailored resource allocation, namely whether the organization devotes enough resources to managing risks
  3. Updates and revisions, specifically whether the risk assessment is subject to periodic dynamic reviews
  4. Lessons learned, determining whether the company has a process for tracking and coordinating changes in its risk management program based on its experience

The DOJ also stressed the importance of risk-based training and communications about misconduct as essential parts of how it determines whether the organization’s compliance programs are up to snuff. Finally, the guidance highlights the importance of management support of the organization’s compliance initiatives and the value of extending compliance due diligence to third-party providers.”

If your company is unsure about their compliance program or risk assessment process, then contact us for assistance.

We All Knew Tech Would Make Work Better

By 2025, 75% of the workforce will be comprised of Millennials. What are you doing to modernize your workplace? Today, the answers are increasingly nuanced, characterized by a cycle of changes in the workplace.

After a revolution in the workplace spurred by technology, companies are finding that a balanced approach may be the most effective. Explore this article to learn more.

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Customer Story: Think Up Consulting Recap


With its global client base increasing, Think Up Consulting needed to improve its remote working capabilities. Its VPN-based system sometimes made it difficult for employees to remotely access files. And without a centralized platform, employees wasted time switching between disparate systems.

But with Windows 10 and Microsoft 365 Business, Think Up created a unified solution, increased productivity and security, improved efficacy, and reduced costs. Think Up Consulting empowers its employees to achieve more together.

We can help you increase your global client base. Contact us to learn more.

Customer Story: Think Up Consulting Recap


With its global client base increasing, Think Up Consulting needed to improve its remote working capabilities. Its VPN-based system sometimes made it difficult for employees to remotely access files. And without a centralized platform, employees wasted time switching between disparate systems.

But with Windows 10 and Microsoft 365 Business, Think Up created a unified solution, increased productivity and security, improved efficacy, and reduced costs. Think Up Consulting empowers its employees to achieve more together.

We can help you increase your global client base. Contact us to learn more.

Recent Router Hacks Found

Vulnerability Prevention - Grants Pass, OR

In the past couple days there have been press release that show a large number of vulnerabilities in all Cisco Small Business routers and 79 models of the Netgear router line-up. Here are the articles:

https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-rv-routers-stack-vUxHmnNz

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/79-netgear-router-models-risk-full-takeover-due-to-unpatched-bug/

The Cisco models are primarily used in small businesses, but the Netgear models include many that are used by home users – this could present a security risk for anyone who is still working from home. Cisco has released patches for the vulnerabilities and the Netgear vulnerabilities remained unpatched. 

If your company is still using a “small business” or home based router, then contact us for assistance in checking for updates or replacing them with an business grade router with automatic updates. We also provide network security auditing for both office and home work environments. 

Cost Savings and Business Benefits Enabled by Windows 10 Security Features

$1.1 million was saved by those using Windows 10 as a result of reduced productivity impact of malware infections. This Forrester Consulting study, commissioned by Microsoft, examines the Total Economic Impact™ of Windows 10 security features. Windows 10 provides a completely integrated solution, which impacts overall security and minimizes use of system resources.

Check out the full study to learn more about Windows 10 features to better understand the benefits, costs, and risks associated with this investment with Farmhouse Networking.

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Reduce costs with Windows and Office

70% of small and midsize businesses (SMBs) reinvest saved money into their business thanks to the cloud.

Simplify the process of keeping devices up to date while saving time, reducing costs, and gaining control. Check out this infographic–which shows industry trends, pain points, and proof points–to learn why and how.

And to find the right Windows 10 and Microsoft 365 Business solution for your business to reduce costs, contact our team at Farmhouse Networking.

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Quantifying the value of collaboration with Microsoft Teams

Employees save four hours each week with improved collaboration and information sharing, according to Forrester’s Total Economic Impact™ Of Microsoft Teams.

Microsoft Teams puts everything organizations need into one place. Everything from chats, meetings, calling, and Microsoft 365 Business apps are brought together to make faster, more informed decisions in a single, intelligent hub. With Teams, every type of worker can be empowered to contribute their voice and take shared accountability for business outcomes.

Read this blog to learn more and contact us at Farmhouse Networking to get started today.

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