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By: Paul LaPorte, Cybersecurity Coordinator Cybersecurity deserves our attention all year long, and a dedicated month helps raise awareness of how we can stay safer and more informed. But the added spotlight can help us take stock of our overall awareness and find new, better ways to stay safe online. As we head into the…

By AIM & MVCC When most people think of automation, they picture massive factories with robots on every line. But here in the Mohawk Valley, small and mid-sized manufacturers are proving that automation isn’t just for Fortune 500 companies. With smart, affordable tools, local shops are using automation to boost efficiency, address workforce shortages, and…

By: Paul LaPorte, Cybersecurity Coordinator There are many ways that the data you are trying to protect can be compromised. Today’s attackers are experts at exploiting weaknesses of any type, attacks can originate in the digital space, the physical world, or through social interactions. Here are some examples of these vulnerabilities and descriptions of how…

By: Paul LaPorte, Cybersecurity Coordinator Cybersecurity threats can be a huge business risk for all companies. Small and medium-sized manufacturers (SMMs) are often seen as an easy entry point into larger businesses and government agencies. SMMs are especially vulnerable to a cybersecurity event, they often are less prepared for an event, have valuable information that…

Throughout the years, how we use technology has changed, and cybersecurity has become more of a household word. The harsh reality is that cyber breaches are common and are a threat to not only businesses but our personal lives as well. Having good policies in place to protect your information is very important and logical…