Onboarding new devices has traditionally been one of the most painful, time-consuming tasks for IT teams. Hours are wasted configuring operating systems, installing applications, and applying security settings before a new hire can even log in. But with Windows Autopilot, all of that changes. Autopilot streamlines device provisioning so that you no longer have to […]
Below are all of the latest feature updates coming to Microsoft 365 Automated Security Assessments mapped to the CIS Controls CloudCapsule is a tool I’ve been working on over the past year that automates your M365 security assessments against the CIS Controls. I started CloudCapsule because I saw the need to streamline the assessments of Microsoft 365 tenants […]
If there’s one lever MSPs should be pulling right now, it’s this: AI is your fast track to relevance in the C-suite and specialization in your services. For years, MSPs have struggled to break out of the cost center box. Security conversations are often dismissed unless there is a breach. Productivity talks get buried under […]
Profitability in security isn’t won by piling on tools. It’s earned by changing the client conversation. In this weeks blog post, I capture the highlights from an interview with Mike Hughes who is the CEO of Dura Cyber. We unpack how their Fortify program helps MSPs: (1) restart the security dialogue through AI/data-risk (2) package security […]
In March 2023, Microsoft announced the deprecation of managing authentication methods in the legacy multifactor authentication and self-service password reset (SSPR) policies. Beginning September 30, 2025, authentication methods can’t be managed in these legacy MFA and SSPR policies. In this article, I will be breaking down these changes so you understand how to prepare with […]
Below are all of the latest feature updates coming to Microsoft 365 Automated Security Assessments mapped to the CIS Controls CloudCapsule is a tool I’ve been working on over the past year that automates your M365 security assessments against the CIS Controls. I started CloudCapsule because I saw the need to streamline the assessments of Microsoft 365 tenants […]
In today’s AI-driven, threat-heavy landscape, “good enough” Microsoft 365 management isn’t enough. To unpack what great looks like, we sat down with Nathan Taylor, an industry veteran who’s helped hundreds (if not thousands) of organizations maximize Microsoft 365 while meaningfully reducing risk. This conversation covers how to build a Microsoft Center of Excellence (CoE), the […]
Microsoft Entra has a wealth of security features that often fly under the radar—yet they can make a significant difference in protecting your environment. The best part? Many of these settings are already included in base licenses like Microsoft 365 Business Premium. Let’s walk through five lesser-known Entra settings that you can enable today to […]
Recently, I sat down with Joe Markert, CEO of Transformative, and Robby Prochnow, their Chief Revenue Officer, to explore how their MSP has evolved from traditional IT support to becoming a strategic business transformation partner for clients across industries. From Tools to Transformation Transformative’s journey began as many MSPs did—offering general IT support. But in […]
Earlier this year, Microsoft made the E5-Security add-on available for Business Premium subscribers. It’s packed with a ton of amazing security features. Additionally, it is a significantly reduced price than if you were to upgrade to E5 altogether. In this article, I will share the highlights of what is included with the add-on. What’s Included […]
Below are all of the latest feature updates coming to Microsoft 365 Automated Security Assessments mapped to the CIS Controls CloudCapsule is a tool I’ve been working on over the past year that automates your M365 security assessments against the CIS Controls. I started CloudCapsule because I saw the need to streamline the assessments of Microsoft 365 tenants […]
Risky user detections are one of the leading indicators of account compromise in Microsoft 365. By default, you will not get alerted as an MSP for a new risky user. I just talked to an MSP last week who had a client that wired 500k to a fraudulent bank account after the user account was […]
