SMB Technologies, Inc.

09/01/2026

SMB Cybersecurity Tip: Multifactor authentication (MFA) made simple

Think of multifactor authentication (MFA) as a double-lock system for your digital life. Just like you wouldn’t secure your house with only a simple lock, you shouldn’t protect your business accounts with just a password.

Modern MFA is easier than ever:

Touch your phone’s fingerprint sensor.
Look at your phone for face recognition.
Tap “Accept” on your phone when logging in.
Use an authenticator app to generate codes.

No more waiting for text messages or typing in complicated codes (unless you want to)!

IMPORTANT UPDATE: Cybercriminals have gotten clever about tricking people into accepting MFA prompts. Our golden rule: If you didn’t just try to log in and you get an MFA prompt, DENY IT and change your password immediately!

Pro Tip: Use an authenticator app (like Google Authenticator or Microsoft Authenticator) instead of text messages for your verification codes. It’s more secure and works even without cell service!

Have questions about cybersecurity or some other IT-related issues? Access our calendar here https://tinyurl.com/4sxsy8yk?utm_campaign=meetedgar&utm_medium=social&utm_source=meetedgar.com to book a quick, 10-minute call.

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09/01/2026

Fortifying your business against tech disasters doesn’t have to take hours out of your day.

All it takes is a 15-minute meeting with five simple questions.

By regularly examining your business, you can avoid massive recovery fees and inefficiencies.

In our newest blog post, we cover the five pivotal questions you should be asking and what they mean for the future of your business. Read it here: https://bit.ly/4wX9LBK

09/01/2026

SMB Technologies Cybersecurity Tip: You clicked a link by mistake. Now what?

No matter how diligent you are about security, there’s always a chance you can get fooled into clicking a malicious link or opening an untrusted document. That’s why you need to put a plan in place NOW to protect yourself and your CLIENTS, so damage is minimized.

But what should you do when you click THAT link by mistake?

Don’t assume you’re fine because nothing happened. Hackers have intentionally designed their attacks so that you don’t know anything has changed. You might not think anything was accessed or downloaded, but that may not be the case.

Hackers often hide for months in a network, not making any “moves.” Why? They want to find out as much as they can about their victim, like how much money you have to pay a ransom or what type of data you have that they might want to sell.

What do you do? Contact your IT department (us) IMMEDIATELY. The faster we can address the threat, the better your chances are of preventing much bigger problems. We’ll go to work on conducting a full scan of your network and/or taking the appropriate actions to protect you.

Have questions about cybersecurity or some other IT-related issues? Access our calendar here https://tinyurl.com/4sxsy8yk?utm_campaign=meetedgar&utm_medium=social&utm_source=meetedgar.com to book a quick, 10-minute call.

08/29/2026

At a roulette table, your odds of winning are 37:1. The only place those odds are a breath of fresh air is compared to the odds of untested backups protecting your business.

Set-it-and-forget-it strategies, old procedures and exposed backup locations are inviting disaster.

These strategies failing isn’t bad luck; it’s carelessness that can be exploited.

It’s a roulette wheel that can never be won because the house is incentivized to take advantage of poor planning.

If you’re relying on luck more than you’d like to admit, schedule a discovery call with us today: https://bit.ly/42O4fF7

08/27/2026

Is your IT support company as cute as Fido? Probably not.

But shouldn’t they be as loyal as him through thick and thin? 100%.

Like any loyal partner, your IT provider should have your back, understand what matters to your business and be ready when you need them most.

Give us a call at (503) 895-9793 for IT support built with the passion and resilience of man’s best friend.

08/26/2026

08/25/2026

AI can be useful for many aspects of your business:

Ticket management
Email optimization
Recording meetings

But if you’re not using it to solve real business problems, it’s just another expense.

Don’t fall victim to poor implementation. Read about how to invest in AI wisely for your business in our latest blog post: https://bit.ly/4vYwzAp

08/22/2026

Keeping your business running is the baseline. The real question is whether your technology helps you move faster than your competition.

Too many businesses settle for IT that keeps the lights on. Systems work. Support tickets get answered. Problems get fixed.

That's the canoe.

The businesses pulling ahead are using technology to automate repetitive work, give employees time back, make smarter decisions and scale without adding unnecessary complexity.

If your IT is only helping you stay afloat, it’s time to ask what it's keeping you from.

Ready to find out what's possible? Schedule a 10-minute discovery call. https://bit.ly/42O4fF7

08/20/2026

A reactive business strategy is like sitting on the sidelines for three quarters of a game and hoping to make up the difference before time runs out.

Waiting until something breaks, a security issue pops up or a server goes down puts your business in catch-up mode. The companies that stay ahead are constantly evaluating what's working, what's outdated and where they can improve.

Strong IT isn't one big play. It's consistent preparation that keeps your business productive, secure and ready for whatever comes next.

Is your technology helping you stay game-ready year-round?

Comment "GAME TIME" if your business is ready for the second half of the year.