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After half a century of combined engineering experience ranging from very large enterprises to small startups, and knowing each other for almost that long; Paul Ramos, Patrick Lanigan and Patrizia Marziali looked at each other and realized something – a small group of talented, experienced individuals can solve problems and move fast where others can’t.…
The Right Solution for Your Company We differentiate ourselves by always looking for the smart ways and providing the smart solutions for your company. The IT solutions we provide your company need to be the right solutions. How do we know we can do this for you? You have in-depth expertise of your company. We…
Say Hello to Lucas Lucas is one of the lucky few to have successfully turned his hobby into his career, and we’re very happy to have him on our team as an IT Support Specialist. Since before his formal education, he has been fascinated with computers, electronics and technology. After graduating with an Associates of…
Happy Work Anniversary to Robert Robert has been with Akamai Systems for two years. He is an extraordinary example of hard work and team spirit! His strong technical and interpersonal skills makes him a wonderful asset to the company; coworkers and customers alike! Happy work anniversary, Robert! We appreciate you!
Meet Matt Crosby Matt has joined the Akamai Systems team as IT coordinator. He helps management and techs with equipment procurement, sales and customer order tracking. He also assists with light IT work; building PCs or helping to install systems for clients. Matt grew up around computers. His mom is a computer scientist at the…
Spring Maintenance We are scheduling for Spring Maintenance where we catch up on all updates across all software and firmware and do a general check-in on clients’ hardware to make sure it’s in good shape and performing well. Contact us today to get on the Spring Maintenance schedule!
The Minerva Group Accounting Firm The Minerva Group and Akamai Systems have been working together for just over two years. Lisa Isom, the CEO, started the company 27 years ago when she was about to have a daughter. She knew the regular 50-60 hours necessary at the CPA firm she was working at was not…
Introducing Brian Edson Brian Edson is IT Solutions Engineer at Akamai Systems. He manages projects and implementations, resolves technical escalations from other techs and assists the team in matching up solutions for clients’ business needs. According to Brian, it’s great to have a mother-in-law! Brian’s mother-in-law was the one who got him into his IT…
Core Value: Responsiveness Responsiveness is at the core of the partnerships with our clients. We listen. We guide clients in what they need and don’t need. We respond quickly and efficiently, after listening carefully to our clients’ problems or needs. Our goal is to design and deliver smart solutions that drive growth for your business…
Meet Anna at Osprey Marketing Who is the creative and strategic thinker behind Akamai Systems’ marketing? Meet Anna Hallen, the founder and owner of Osprey Marketing. She started Osprey in in 2017 after having been home with her two boys for nine years. Nine years is a long time, and she had had a lot…
Spring Cleaning – Not Just for Your Closet! Sometimes a picture says more than a thousand words… this critical use PC died unexpectedly! We offer Spring Maintenance on all our clients’ computers to help prolong the life of their investments and keep up with the constant updates.
Meet Bianca Younger, IT Support Specialist We are so excited to welcome Bianca to the Akamai Systems team as an IT Support Specialist with a passion for client support and photography. She currently lives in Littleton, CO with her husband. They met in elementary school and started dating in high school. They are both proud…
9 Benefits of an IT Security Audit Identify vulnerable points and problem areas. Evaluate the flow of data within your business. Reduce costs. Determine whether you must alter security policies and standards or not. Understand how to leverage information technology in your business security. Get an in-depth analysis of your internal and external IT practices…
Cisco Umbrella Wins Again! For the second time in a row, AV-TEST named Cisco Umbrella the undisputed leader in security efficacy. Cisco Umbrella received the highest total detection rate – 96.39% – crushing the competition. We are proud to offer our clients superior IT solutions like Cisco Umbrella.
Get to Know the Team: Andrew As our company continues to grow and evolve, so does our team. Get to know Andrew! Andrew is a great addition to our team! He has a passion for always providing clients with superior service, and making sure all their systems are working harmoniously. He also provides clients with…
Cybersecurity Awareness Month October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. The 2020 theme is “Do Your Part. #BeCyberSmart.” The theme empowers individuals and organizations to own their role in protecting their part of cyberspace, with a particular emphasis on the key message for 2020: “If you connect it, protect it.” These cybersecurity tips will help you…
Happy 1-Year Anniversary, Robert! Robert has passed his 1-year milestone with Akamai, and wow, what a year it has been! He’s become adept in all our support products, and has headed up the launch and implementation of our new phishing and user security awareness training product PhishingBox. He’s added to his already comprehensive IT knowledge by…
What is a web (DNS) filter? Businesses need safe browsing practices and a good DNS filtering program as part of an overall security solution. Web filtering protects you and your employees by blocking out malicious content, as well as productivity-draining sites. What are some benefits from having a good DNS filtering program? Strengthened cybersecurity Boost…
Video Conferencing Security Video conferencing platforms have become a crucial way to work and collaborate during the Covid pandemic. We use them too! However, security issues are real, and you want to take the appropriate steps to keep your organization’s data and information safe and secure, and not accessible to malicious individuals and actions. We…
Vacation Scams We’re all looking for a good vacation, and who doesn’t want a great deal?! But be aware. There are plenty of scammers trying to trick you with free or discounted trips, phony rental listings, bogus time share buyers, etc. Here’s what you need to know to avoid a scam and enjoy your vacation.
Team Celebrations! The Akamai team is celebrating two July birthdays – happy birthday to our much valued team members Shawn and Robert! They’re knowledgable and fun to work with, and they are very appreciated by both the team and clients. Cheers to another great year!
Take a Break! Cabin fever? Us too! Colorado is the perfect place to take a break from corona news, working from home stresses and get out and enjoy the great outdoors. However, know before you go! COTREX, Colorado Trail Explorer, is a free app where you can check the status of trails, see if specific…
The Cost of Phishing The average cost of a phishing attack for a mid-sized company is $1.6 million. The human element is the weakest component in a company’s security, and we’ve partnered with PhishingBox to provide our clients with an effective security awareness training platform. Contact us to find out how we can help your…
Office365 and Backups Microsoft does not specialize in data backup and recovery, and their policies are not designed so that customers have direct access to backed up data with the ability to easily restore it. In order to keep your company’s data safe, you’re ultimately responsible for making sure you have solid backup and recovery…
Top Client Concern: Data Security We always have an ongoing dialogue with our clients, and it’s clear to us that more companies are very concerned about data security. Security has always been a top priority for us, but we are now adding new layers of protection that are newly available to us. We have added to…
Working from Home IT Tips Our lives have changed dramatically over the last couple of months. Millions of Americans are working from home to help contain the spread of Covid-19. Technology plays a huge part in providing businesses and employees with the tools they need to be successful, but there are steps you should take…
> Top 6 Cybersecurity Facts for 2020 > Why You Need a Security Risk Assessment > Happy 5th Anniversary, Shawn! > Family Memories from Peru Top 6 Cybersecurity Facts for 2020 Hackers are working 24/7 to find vulnerabilities in your systems. The average breach is not only extremely costly, it can mean the end of…
> Why Budget for IT? Ransomware Is One Reason… > Thought Exercise: Which of These Two Passwords Is the Strongest? > Passwords and Access > Thank You From All of Us Why Budget for IT? Ransomware Is One Reason… “Unlike other forms of malware, ransomware can shut down a company’s operations entirely — sometimes for…
> Trends in Cybersecurity and Cyber Protection > Whose Responsibility Is Office 365 Backups? > Toolkit: 31 Cybersecurity Tips > Spring Institute’s 5th Annual Spring Intercultural Champion Award Trends in Cybersecurity and Cyber Protection Earlier this month, Peter and Shawn went to the Acronis Global Cyber Summit in Florida. They learned the latest trends in…
> Cybercrime and You > Your Security Awareness Training > Essential, Non-Negotiable Tech Tools for Small Business > What Does Multi-Factor Authentication Actually Mean? > Peter’s Bucket List Dive Trip to Indonesia Cybercrime and You > How data breaches happen > The personal impact of cybercrime > The threat in your pocket Learn more about…
> Vacation Tip: Never Use Airport USB Charging Stations. > Who Is Anna Hallen? > Why Good Device Hygiene Is Important. > Do You Know What Your Kid Just Texted You?! > Spots to Watch 4th of July Fireworks Around Denver Vacation Tip: Never Use Airport USB Charging Stations …
> End of Life: Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 > New Hire – Welcome Robert Perry! > What Is Encryption? > 25 Years and Still Going Strong! > What Our Clients Get: Dedication and Responsiveness End of Life: Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 After January 14, 2020,…
> Why Employees are the Biggest Threat to Security > Our Team Is Growing – Introducing Chris Frieberg! > But You Changed Your Password – So How Did This Happen? > A Client’s Story: “My email was hacked…” Why Employees are the Biggest Threat to Security …
> New Qualification: Microsoft Silver Level Partner > Coming Soon! New User Security Training Options > Still Looking… > Best Chili x2 at MYC Chili Cook Off! > Get to Know the Team: We Bet You Didn’t Know This About Camilla… New Qualification: Microsoft Silver Level Partner We have qualified…
> Notes from the Team: 4 Ways to Make Your Business More Efficient > The Importance of Protecting Your Cell Phone Number > We Are Fun to Work With! > What is a security risk assessment? > Do Something Out of the Ordinary Today! Notes from the Team: 4 Ways to Make Your Business More Efficient …
It’s the end of the year, and we would like to take a moment to express our genuine gratitude to all our clients, vendors and partners. You are phenomenal to work with, and we truly appreciate that you allow us to be part of your business and your growth. We look forward to next year…
Notes from the Team: 7 Steps to Cybersecurity We’re Hiring! The Akamai Culture, Part III: Commitment Events: IT Security Presentation Check Us Out! Happy Fall from the Team! Notes from the Team: 7 Steps to Better Cybersecurity In a world of increasing attacks on companies, both big and small, there are steps you can take to…
Notes from the Team: “We Don’t Want to be Held Hostage” The Akamai Culture, Part II Preventing Password Problems Charity Golf Tournament We Love Our Clients! Prospect: “We Don’t Want to be Held Hostage” We talk a lot about trust, because we understand trust has to be at the core of the relationships with our…
> Notes from the Team: Security and the Cloud > We’re More Than IT! > A Message from Ethos Distributed Solutions > The Biggest Threat to Your Data Security? > The Akamai Culture – Part I > Check Us Out on LinkedIn “Your Security Is Only As Good As the Weakest Link” “As some businesses…
> President’s Thoughts > Customer Success Story: Blazer Structures > Follow Us on Instagram! > Your Data Is Already at Risk – Protect It! > Hardware As a Service “A Technical Problem Is Not a Ticket Number…” “One thing I’ve learned from growing up in a service oriented state like Hawaii – the customer experience…
April Newsletter > President’s Thoughts > Happy Anniversary, D.L. Adams! > The Cost and Damages of Ransomware > Introducing Akamai SmartMail > Camilla at Girls Rising “Doing the Right Thing” “At Akamai Systems Consulting, we’ve always worked so that we do the right thing for our clients, knowing that it will pay off in the…