CIO Landing Ranked on Channel Futures 2024 MSP 501

Annual Channel Futures MSP 501 Identifies Best of the Best in the Managed Services Industry     JUNE 21st, 2024: CIO Landing has been named as one of the world’s top-performing managed service providers in the prestigious 2024 Channel Futures MSP 501 rankings. The Channel Futures MSP 501 list, a technology industry benchmark, ranks companies […]

Coolest Consumer Products at CES 2024

The annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES) was an exciting one this year. It left us with a mind-blowing glimpse into the future of technology. CES 2024 showcased a smorgasbord of cutting-edge gadgets. Including transparent TVs and robot pet buddies. These gadgets promise to revolutionize our homes and the way we interact with the world. With […]

Coolest Consumer Products at CES 2024

The annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES) was an exciting one this year. It left us with a mind-blowing glimpse into the future of technology. CES 2024 showcased a smorgasbord of cutting-edge gadgets. Including transparent TVs and robot pet buddies. These gadgets promise to revolutionize our homes and the way we interact with the world. With […]

10 Most Common Smart Home Issues

Back when you were a kid, living in a “smart home” probably sounded futuristic. Something out of Back to the Future II or The Jetsons. Well, we don’t yet have flying cars, but we do have video telephones as well as smart refrigerators and voice-activated lights.   But even the most advanced technology can have […]

The High Cost of Inadequate IT Support in Chicagoland

In the bustling Chicagoland area, where businesses thrive on robust technology, settling for mediocre IT support can be a silent profit killer. As the owner of a Chicago-based Managed Services Provider (CIO Landing), I see firsthand how small businesses, often reluctant to incur IT expenses, face the hidden costs of inadequate tech support. This blog […]

Is Your Business Vulnerable? The Truth About Managed IT

Most businesses don’t know they’re vulnerable until an IT issue forces them to stop and pay attention; whether that’s a security scare, unexpected downtime, or systems that simply can’t keep up. For many small and mid-sized businesses, these risks build quietly in the background, unnoticed and unmanaged. The good news is vulnerability isn’t permanent. With […]

CIO Landing Recognized on CRN’s 2024 MSP 500 List

CIO Landing announced today that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named CIO Landing to its Managed Service Provider (MSP) 500 list in the Security 100 category for 2024. The MSP 500 list compiled by CRN serves as a comprehensive guide to identifying and recognizing the top Managed Service Providers (MSPs) in North […]

Google and Yahoo New Email Requirements – Part 3

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO DO CONCERNING SPF, DKIM, AND DMARC FOR EMAIL Written by: Scott Bernstein, Senior Consultant, CIO Landing   So where do you go from here? Is this a real concern at this point? I have had some long discussions with CIO Landing technical experts and technical people from several spam filtering […]

9 Tips For Setting Up AI Rules For Your Staff

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a powerful tool. It can enhance the productivity, efficiency, and creativity of your staff. But AI also comes with some challenges and risks. Businesses need to address and manage these to use AI effectively. Establishing clear and ethical guidelines, or “AI rules,” for staff interaction is essential. Otherwise, you may not […]

Elevate Your Cybersecurity: IT Services for Chicago Small Businesses

Why Strong Passwords are the Cornerstone of Cybersecurity Hello, Chicago business owners! It’s that time of the year again—National Change Your Password Day. While this day might not be marked with festivities, it’s a crucial reminder for a vital check-in on your cybersecurity practices. Here at CIO Landing, we’re not just your local IT support […]