Platform 24

12/05/2026

Sustainability is quickly becoming non-negotiable, thanks to recent regulatory changes. But that doesn’t mean you need to sacrifice innovation and go back to the stone age.

Here are 3 modern - and green - IT solutions:

🔹Cloud-native technology (reduces paper waste and in some cases, server workload)

🔹Predictive maintenance (prevents breakdowns and allows you to keep using the same hardware for longer)

🔹Invest in renewable energy (this can lower your power bill, too)

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20/04/2026

If you’re just using Microsoft Teams as a chatroom, you’re wasting its potential.

The truth is, it can do so much more. For example, did you know it integrates seamlessly with plenty of third-party applications?

Imagine your entire team getting relevant task updates in real time.

Microsoft products are far more complex than most businesses think. When you use everything they have to offer, rather than the bare minimum, you might be shocked at the difference.

Do you know a secret use for a well-known Microsoft application? Share it in the comments.

04/02/2026

Trying to choose between OneDrive and SharePoint?

If you’re focusing on features, you’re thinking about it the wrong way. Your decision-making process should actually start with your business, not what’s on offer.

What do your workflows look like? Is your industry highly regulated? Which pain points are you trying to address?

These are the questions you need to ask yourself. By picking a software that suits your business, instead of the other way around, you can make smarter decisions that pay off in the long term.

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02/02/2026

What if you could strengthen your defences by clicking one button?

Here’s the good news: you can. All you have to do is stop ignoring that “Update” button Microsoft keeps throwing at you 😅

We know, it’s annoying. Especially those bigger updates that take a long time. But skipping the update isn’t harmless. Every missed patch is an opportunity for cybercriminals. Updates fix bugs, improve security, and close off vulnerabilities before they can be exploited.

Oh and by the way: Upgrade to Windows 11. We know you’ve been putting it off.

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29/01/2026

When a cyber attack hits, your next action might determine how severe the consequences are. Here in Australia, reporting the breach might be a good choice.

That’s because Under the Notifiable Data Breaches (NDB) Scheme, you’re legally obligated to disclose certain incidents.

Here’s when you need to report:

1️⃣Personal information was accessed or stolen

2️⃣This is likely to cause harm to at least one person

3️⃣You haven’t been able to prevent harm on your own

Be careful - failure to disclose can result in huge fines.

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26/01/2026

Think “cyber security” is just about investing in a few powerful technological solutions?

Think again.

Your technology can only take you so far. These defences can be beaten, or bypassed entirely. Real protection starts with your office culture.

Here are 3 ways you can build a culture that values security above all else:

1️⃣Share news of recent data breaches, and explain what can be learned from them.

2️⃣Reward “cyber security champions” who proactively defend your business.

3️⃣Run attack drills to test employee knowledge. Treat every failure as an educational opportunity.

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22/01/2026

Imagine a cloud platform that doesn’t just store data, but actually empowers your business to grow.

Azure can help with that, but only if you know what you’re doing. If you don’t, it may as well be any other cloud platform.

Luckily, we’re here to help. We help you customise Azure to your exact productivity and security needs.

Experiencing an outage? Not a problem. Our 24/7 support will get you back on track.

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20/01/2026

Did you know that in 2024, ASIC shut down nearly 3,500 scam websites a month?

Unfortunately, that’s a drop in the ocean compared to how many are out there.

There are thousands of websites trying to steal your data. And when budgets are already tighter than usual, due to rising costs, you can’t afford to be unprepared.

In light of this, it’s more important than ever to train your staff on basic cyber security best practices. They’re one of your best defences against these convincing scams.

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18/01/2026

If your industry isn’t traditionally considered “high-risk”, you might assume that you’re less likely to be targeted.

Here’s the harsh truth: attackers don’t discriminate. They go where the data is.

That’s why it pays to study the strategies used by sectors like healthcare and finance. These industries have created the blueprint for bulletproof protection.

Even lower-risk industries can stand to benefit from high-quality security. Don’t take the risk - improve yours now.

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21/12/2025

Businesses have access to more data than ever before. But that’s not the same as understanding it - and without this crucial piece of the puzzle, you may as well be looking at hieroglyphics.

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