Internal auditing to help identify potential cyber threats.
“You’re giving me the ‘it’s not you, it’s me’ routine? I invented ‘it’s not you, it’s me.’ Nobody tells me it’s them not me; if it’s anybody, it’s me.”
Internal auditing to help identify potential cyber threats.
“You’re giving me the ‘it’s not you, it’s me’ routine? I invented ‘it’s not you, it’s me.’ Nobody tells me it’s them not me; if it’s anybody, it’s me.”
It happens far too often. An SMB believes its cybersecurity is under control…
…until a routine check uncovers something unexpected, like an old piece of malware quietly running in the background. Or a phishing attack that slipped through weeks ago.
These incidents don’t usually involve cutting‑edge hackers or advanced tools. They succeed because simple, everyday safeguards have been missed.
One of the biggest reasons those basics get missed?
Employee burnout.
Yep. When staff are tired, stressed, or stretched too thin, important cybersecurity habits start to slide.
And in businesses without a dedicated IT team, people are already wearing multiple hats.
A manager might put off installing an important software update because they’re trying to get quotes out before a deadline
An accounts assistant might click a suspicious link because they’re working late to balance the books and rushing through emails.
A senior staff member might skip checking security settings on a new device because they’re busy keeping operations running
This isn’t about carelessness. It’s about capacity.
Cybersecurity depends on routine discipline. Applying updates, checking access controls, and staying vigilant for unusual activity. When teams are overwhelmed, those routines break down.
Attackers are aware of this, and many of today’s most common threats rely on it.
Even basic scams, like fake login pages or convincing emails that trick staff into running malicious code, only need a single moment of inattention to succeed.
Technology alone can’t prevent that.
The most effective protection often starts with looking after the people responsible for keeping systems safe. Realistic workloads, clear priorities, and regular training can all help employees stay alert and confident.
Creating a culture where it’s acceptable to pause and double‑check can make all the difference.
When staff feel supported and have the bandwidth to focus on the fundamentals, those simple, routine defenses work exactly as they should. And that’s often enough to stop an attack before it begins.
If you need help staying on top of your cybersecurity, we can help. Get in touch!
What's happening at RCT this month?
Mitch recently attended the Can Con IT Conference in Kelowna and came back with plenty of fresh ideas and inspiration to share. As we head into the Thanksgiving season, our team is excited to slow down, spend time with our families, and celebrate all the things we’re grateful for.
Business gadget of the month
Plugable 4 HDMI Multi Monitor Adapter
Sometimes one monitor isn’t enough, right? You’re busy working across multiple apps, trying to get lots done. You need to see more.
But what happens when two monitors aren’t enough?
That’s where the Plugable Multi-Monitor Adapter comes in. It lets you connect up to 4 monitors to your device. So now you’ll need another excuse for “missing” that email about that last-minute meeting you wanted to avoid.
Hotpatching is now part of Windows Autopatch, which you manage using Microsoft Intune (a tool to look after your company’s devices). This makes it easier to keep devices secure without stopping people from working.
What’s Hotpatching, you ask?
Hotpatching installs Windows quality updates in the background, without forcing a restart. Your team stays protected while staying productive.
Any new update policies created in Intune have this switched on by default. And existing policies can be updated by enabling the “apply without restarting the device (hotpatch)” option in the Intune admin center.
It’s a simple change that helps reduce downtime and keeps your devices compliant with the latest security updates.
Tech facts
Amazon now has almost as many robots in its warehouses as it does human workers. Over a million robots are busy zipping around, picking, packing, and moving goods alongside people in sites all over the world. It’s a glimpse into how automation is reshaping the way businesses operate behind the scenes.
Korean scientists have been testing a new kind of PC filter inspired by the human nose. It uses a light coating of oil (just like the mucus on our nasal hairs) to trap dust more effectively and keep the inside of a computer clean. It might sound a bit gross, but it could mean far less dust clogging up your devices in the future.
Scientists in Japan have smashed the world record for internet speed, hitting 1.02 petabits per second. That’s about 127,500 gigabytes every single second, over 1,800 km of fiber optic cable. To put that in perspective, it’s roughly 350,000 times faster than the average home broadband. At that speed, you could download the entire Netflix library in under a second.
Inspirational quote of the month
“The quality of a leader is reflected in the standards they set for themselves.”
— Ray Kroc, businessman behind McDonald’s global expansion.
A New Month, A New Tech Quiz
1) What is the function of a CPU in a computer?
2) What’s the difference between a file and a folder in a computer’s file system?
3) What makes “Save” and “Save As” different in most applications?
4) What’s the purpose of a web browser’s “private browsing” or “incognito mode”?
5) Which file extension typically indicates a video file?
The answers are below.
The Central Processing Unit processes data and executes instructions. It’s the main control center of your computer
A file is a container for storing data, while a folder is a collection of files
“Save” overwrites the existing file, while “Save As” lets you save a copy with a new name or location
It stops your browsing history and cookies being stored on your computer
MP4
New to Microsoft 365
More control over your software
Microsoft’s testing a new policy that could make it much easier to remove Windows built‑in apps you don’t want.
In a recent preview build, there’s an option called “Remove Default Microsoft Store packages from the system” tucked under Administrative Templates.
Turn it on, and it lets you tick apps like Teams, Weather, Xbox services, or even Snipping Tool and Paint (if you really want to). Then remove them in one go, instead of uninstalling each individually.
Core apps like Edge are still untouchable, and the feature is still in testing. But it’s a step toward giving businesses more control over the software on their devices.
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