
IT Insights
Dive into our latest industry insights, success stories, and expert IT advice.
IX Solutions Welcomes Scott Moore, IT Consultant
Fresh into the industry, we’re thrilled to welcome Scott Moore as the newest member of the IX Solutions team!
IX Solutions Welcomes Steve Fidelak, IT Consultant
An IT self-starter who is passionate about technology, learning, and keeping up with the latest tech—we’re excited to welcome Steve Fidelak to the IX Solutions Client Services team!
IX Solutions Welcomes Matt Chapple, Modern Workplace Consultant
With nearly 20 years of experience in IT, we’re excited to welcome industry maven Matt Chapple to the IX Solutions team as a Modern Workplace Consultant!
Mastering Cyber Hygiene: Simple Steps To Improve Your Online Security
With cyber threats lurking around every virtual corner, it is more crucial than ever to stay up-to-date with security measures. This is where cyber hygiene comes into play.
IX Solutions Welcomes Ade Ayoade, Network Consultant
Our team continues to grow, and today we’re thrilled to welcome Ade Ayoade into the fold as our newest Network Consultant!
IX Solutions Welcomes Drew Grubb, Modern Infrastructure Consultant
All-around tech talent, we’re thrilled to welcome Drew Grubb to the IX Solutions team!
Cloud vs. On-Premise: Which Is Better For Your Business?
Though the cloud is remarkable in several aspects, many businesses still leverage traditional on-premise solutions to safeguard sensitive data and control critical business systems. Let's explore the pros and cons of cloud vs. on-premise computing.
Back to Basics: Tackling CyberSecurity with Our Trusted Framework
A Cybersecurity Framework is a pre-defined and pre-prioritized set of recommended activities or tasks which are proven to reduce risks associated with common cyber threats.
Welcoming Mike Shultz, Project Manager to IX Solutions
An experienced business strategist, IT leader and project manager, Mike Shultz is a true triple threat—and we’re thrilled to have him join the IX Solutions team!
Welcoming Olivia Minasyan, Project Manager to IX Solutions
An administrative expert, efficiency aficionado and artist extraordinaire—we’re excited to welcome Olivia Minasyan to the IX Solutions Project Management team!
Unlocking the Power of Azure Cloud: Benefits, Best Practices, and Implementation Strategies
More than 85% of Fortune 500 companies are using Azure to run their businesses daily. Find out why by exploring benefits, best practices and implementation strategies for Azure Cloud.
Earth Month: Celebrating Tech Sustainability with Lenovo and City of Kamloops
Celebrating Earth Month at IX Solutions. By using Lenovo’s energy-efficient products, our clients save on electricity, which lowers their CO2 emissions and reduces environmental impact.
Managing Shadow IT: Risks, Challenges and Best Practices
Shadow IT refers to an employee’s use of information technology—whether it be a device, software or application—without your IT team’s approval. But what are the related risks and challenges for IT teams?
Are You Following These Password Security Best Practices?
Although today’s IT security landscape is layered and multi-faceted, passwords still remain our first line of defense against unauthorized access to our information. Protect yourself with these password management best practices.
Ransomware 101: Steps to Prevention & Rapid Recovery
Over the past few years, ransomware attacks have been growing at an exponential rate, causing concern for businesses of all shapes and sizes. Let's dive into what it is and the potential impact on your organization.
Why Penetration Testing is Crucial for Your Cybersecurity Strategy
With the rapid rise in cyber threats, it’s crucial to ensure your organization’s systems and applications are secure by continually testing and improving security measures. That's where penetration testing comes in.
BaaS 101: The Business Case for Backup as a Service
Backup as a Service is a cloud-based solution that allows organizations to back up their critical data to a remote, secure location.
Lessons in CyberSecurity: The Indigo Ransomware Attack
Book lovers across Canada had cause for concern this February as Canada’s leading retailer of literature, Indigo, experienced a ransomware attack that exposed sensitive banking information to cybercriminals.
When Servers Go Down: Calculating the Impact on Your Business
When servers go down, it can be extremely costly to an organization—both on their finances and their reputation. But what is the reasoning behind those losses, and how can we calculate the potential risk?
Calbridge Homes Ltd. Strengthens Backups and Fortifies Network with 360° Cyber Security Overhaul
Beginning with a 365° assessment of the organization’s security posture, IX Solutions worked alongside Calbridge Homes Ltd. to fortify their network and enhance security protocols.