
Microsoft’s New Mandatory MFA Policies: What You Need to Know in 2025
By: Tom Gilmore As cybersecurity threats continue to grow in sophistication and frequency, Microsoft is doubling down on security for its cloud services. Starting in 2024 and accelerating through 2025, Microsoft is implementing mandatory Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) across its key Azure and Microsoft 365 services, enforcing stronger account protection to help prevent breaches. Why Mandatory MFA? Microsoft research reveals MFA…
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Windows 11 Migration: Your Strategic Guide to a Smooth Enterprise Transition
By: Tom Gilmore With less than a month remaining until Microsoft's Windows 10 end-of-support deadline on October 14, 2025, businesses across all sectors are facing a critical decision point. The clock is ticking, and organizations that haven't begun their Windows 11 migration strategy are running out of time to ensure a smooth, secure transition. The Urgency Is Real: Why October…
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Top Security Threats Facing Small Businesses and How to Mitigate Them
By: Tom Gilmore Cybersecurity isn’t just a concern for large-scale enterprises. According to the Identity Theft Resource Center, 73% of small businesses experienced a cyberattack last year—up from 45% just three years earlier. Why are so many small businesses vulnerable? Many lack the dedicated IT intel or resources to defend against evolving threats. Until now, of course. Here are…
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Maximizing ROI on Server and Network Upgrades: Key Considerations
By: Tom Gilmore IT infrastructure upgrades aren’t just technical decisions—they’re strategic investments with long-term impact. In fact, global IT spending is projected to reach $5.61 trillion in 2025, a 9.8% increase over 2024, according to a Gartner projection. This includes significant investments in servers, storage, and network systems—foundational components of modern operations. But without the right planning and execution, those…
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Why SMBs Should Embrace Flexible IT Infrastructure
By: Michael Hensley Managing IT systems used to be a “big business” challenge—but today, small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) face the same demands for security, scalability, and cost control as Fortune 500 companies. According to an SMB IT spending and analysis report by Analysis Mason, “In 2025, total SMB IT expenditure will reach $1735 billion, with SBs accounting for…
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How a Modern Helpdesk Can Make Manufacturing More Agile and Fuel Business Growth
By: Michael Hensley Manufacturing has entered a new era of complexity. Supply chain disruptions continue to ripple across global networks, labor shortages challenge production capacity, and customer expectations for quality and speed have reached new heights. In this environment, manufacturers who survive and thrive are those who can stay agile and responsive in their operations while maintaining the competitive edge…
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How Azure Can Transform SMB Operations for Less
By: Tom Gilmore Using Azure to modernize your business operations, from enhancing collaboration to simplifying data management Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) face a unique challenge: they need enterprise-level capabilities to compete effectively but typically operate with limited budgets and lean IT teams. Microsoft Azure offers a compelling solution, providing scalable cloud services that can transform operations without the hefty…
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The Benefits of Outsourced Helpdesk Support for Cost-Effective IT Management
By: Tom Gilmore Every business leader wants to maintain efficient IT operations while controlling costs without the headache. But how, exactly? To separate ourselves—and your business—from the competition, we deploy an intentional, active, and purpose-driven mindset to create the ultimate customer experience with our outsource helpdesk support. Here’s how our helpdesk solutions can benefit you and your business: Streamline Operations…
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Why Large-Scale IT Deployments Don’t Have to Break the Bank
By: Tom Gilmore Rolling out large-scale hardware and software deployments can feel like navigating a maze of costs, delays, and unexpected challenges. Without the right partner and strategy, it’s easy for budgets to spiral and timelines to slip. But it doesn't have to be that way. With the right approach, your business can achieve seamless, cost-effective rollouts—and Lume Strategies is…
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Lume Strategies Welcomes Tom Gilmore as Business Development Specialist
We are thrilled to announce the newest addition to our growing team at Lume Strategies: Tom Gilmore, who joins us as a Business Development Specialist. Tom brings with him an impressive track record of sales success, entrepreneurial spirit, and a genuine passion for helping businesses thrive through technology solutions. Building a Foundation of Business Acumen Tom's entrepreneurial journey began early,…
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