Insight Articles

Imagine getting in your car with no destination. You’ve packed snacks, the gas tank is full, and your favorite playlist is cued up. You drive for hours, maybe even days until someone finally asks: “Where are we going?” That’s exactly how many organizations operate without a clear strategic plan. And here’s the thing: It’s not just a problem for large corporations. In fact, small municipalities, nonprofits, school systems, and growing businesses are often the most in need of a

Have you ever noticed that the most transformative conversations happen in the quiet weeks before the new year? Recently, we’ve spoken with several technology and operational leaders who are excited, and sometimes cautiously, to “make 2026 the year things finally get better and improve.” They have new projects in mind, new tools to implement, and new ways of working they want to introduce. But many leaders, regardless of sector, confess… “We’ve tried to improve things before…

If you've ever stood at the ocean’s edge, you know the waves don’t stop coming. You can’t control them, but you can ride them. Strategic change in technology and operations is no different. Progress doesn’t happen in a straight line. It comes in surges, setbacks, and course corrections. But with a well-built roadmap and the discipline to review and adjust it regularly, you stay focused, afloat, and headed in the right direction. For public sector organizations, non-profits, s

Imagine this… You wake up to check your phone and see that every number on your lottery ticket matches. You’re now $100 million richer. By lunch, you’re on a beach in Maui, sipping something cold and considering whether to answer emails ever again. Sounds like a dream, right? But back at your organization, chaos unfolds. Projects stall, decisions bottleneck, and key knowledge vanishes with you. It quickly becomes clear: you weren’t just leading the team, you were the team. If

When we say, “we’ve always done it this way,” what we’re often really saying is, “I don’t have the energy to untangle that mess today.” And honestly? That’s understandable. Change is hard. But ignoring the mess won’t make it go away, it just grows in the background until one day, it becomes unignorable. The modern workplace, especially in local government, education, nonprofits, and small business, is moving too fast to sit back and assume everything is “fine.” Organizations

What if your weakest cybersecurity link isn’t your software, but your staff? It’s not a scare tactic, it’s a reality most organizations...

Imagine this… your organization’s systems are humming along, your staff is doing their jobs, and everything seems fine. Then, boom, a...

You're in a leadership meeting when someone says, “Don’t worry, we have a policy for that.” All eyes turn to you. You find the document…...

Ever bought a “bargain” piece of office furniture, only to realize you also needed special tools to assemble it, a chair mat so it...

“We have a COOP plan,,, somewhere.” It’s a common response when we ask about continuity planning. Maybe it was created for a grant...

Does this sound familiar… your help desk gets the same printer issue ticket every week. Your team patches it, sighs, and moves on again....

Ever stumbled on a hidden setting in your software that made your workday ten times easier? Or realized you already had the tool you just...

In today’s fast-paced, ever-evolving professional world, especially in industries like technology, cybersecurity, and business operations, staying stagnant is the quickest route to falling behind

Is your organization stuck in a rut, operating in either break-fix mode or standard operating procedure mode, and in dire need of strategic technology, cybersecurity, or operational leadership? However, you may not be able to justify hiring a full-time resource for these roles. In such cases, a fractional or virtual Chief Information Officer (CIO), Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), or Chief Operating Officer (COO) might be the perfect solution. A fractional CIO, CISO

Optimization, a buzzword for some, holds a special place in my heart. It manifests in various forms and approaches. The textbook definition defines it as “the action of making the best or most effective use of a situation or resource.” While this is accurate, I believe the true essence lies in seeking new and diverse ways to achieve a desired outcome. Optimization doesn’t necessitate significant transformations or even changes at all; it’s simply about reaching the desired re

This article provides valuable insights into integrating cybersecurity awareness into your organization’s culture. To effectively implement a cyber culture, it’s crucial to supplement your annual cybersecurity awareness training with various everyday activities, such as fishing exercises, newsletters, and rewarding good behavior. By making your organization cyber-aware, you’re essentially addressing the most significant and valuable resource your organization possesses: its p

This article offers strategic insights into the importance of cybersecurity as a team activity and the significance of collaboration in achieving its goals. It acknowledges the challenges posed by the continuous process of protecting, securing, monitoring, and mitigating incidents and threats, which can be stressful and exhausting. However, the article emphasizes the potential benefits of collaboration in preventing and mitigating burnout. Below are some valuable insights int

This article provides practical strategies for embracing change and facilitating the same in others. Change can be challenging, especially when it’s personal, and we often struggle to comprehend why others resist change when we’re the ones initiating it. However, by applying these principles, we can empower ourselves and others to accept and embrace the inevitable shift in our culture. Educate: Attend change and change management training, read articles and books, and engage

In this concise article, I’ll offer some encouraging suggestions on how to accomplish your cyber security initiatives and projects by incorporating sales techniques. The cornerstone of any project, particularly in the realm of cybersecurity, lies in securing buy-in and approval from executive leadership. To achieve this, you can effectively apply sales tactics into your daily routines, interactions, and discussions with the business leaders of your organization. Understand yo