Tech River

Tech River Nothing less, nothing more. Tech River has been providing Outsource IT Services to businesses in the Minneapolis area since 2008.

As your IT partner, we develop a deep understanding of your companyโ€™s internal processes, goals, challenges, and culture to ensure we offer you just what you need. We work with Small to Medium size companies across many business markets, with a strong background in Life Sciences companies including Medical Device makers. We focus on providing a more personal IT experience to our clients. We explain our solutions to clients in a way they can understand, rather than trying to use the latest tech jargon which to many people makes no sense. Our approach allows us to deliver our clients an AWESOME IT experience! Friendly techs, fast response times, and best in class technology solutions. Everything you want and need from your IT partner.

Your cybersecurity is only as strong as your weakest supplier.Manufacturing runs on a web of vendors, suppliers, and thi...
10/12/2026

Your cybersecurity is only as strong as your weakest supplier.

Manufacturing runs on a web of vendors, suppliers, and third-party systems, and every connection is a potential way in for an attacker. A breach at a supplier with access to your network, your data, or your systems becomes your breach too.

This isn't hypothetical. Some of the most damaging manufacturing attacks in recent years didn't start with the manufacturer at all... they started with a trusted vendor.

A few things that matter most for supply chain security:
- Know exactly who has access to your systems and why
- Vet vendors' security posture before you grant that access
- Limit third-party access to only what's needed, nothing more
- Have a plan for when a vendor gets breached, not just "if"

You can have great security internally and still be exposed through a partner who doesn't. Supply chain risk is your risk. https://www.techriver.com/what-we-do/managed-it-services-for-manufacturing-companies/

10/10/2026

Your network diagram should show how your internet connection, firewall, switches, wireless access points, servers and important cloud services fit together. Keep it current and store a copy somewhere you can reach during an outage. Need a current diagram? Contact us.

๐—–๐—ฌ๐—•๐—˜๐—ฅ๐—ฆ๐—˜๐—–๐—จ๐—ฅ๐—œ๐—ง๐—ฌ ๐—”๐—ช๐—”๐—ฅ๐—˜๐—ก๐—˜๐—ฆ๐—ฆ ๐— ๐—ข๐—ก๐—ง๐—› - ๐—–๐˜†๐—ฏ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐—ง๐—ถ๐—ฝWeโ€™ve said it before and weโ€™ll say it again: enable MFA wherever โ€”and wheneverโ€”...
10/09/2026

๐—–๐—ฌ๐—•๐—˜๐—ฅ๐—ฆ๐—˜๐—–๐—จ๐—ฅ๐—œ๐—ง๐—ฌ ๐—”๐—ช๐—”๐—ฅ๐—˜๐—ก๐—˜๐—ฆ๐—ฆ ๐— ๐—ข๐—ก๐—ง๐—› - ๐—–๐˜†๐—ฏ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐—ง๐—ถ๐—ฝ
Weโ€™ve said it before and weโ€™ll say it again: enable MFA wherever โ€”and wheneverโ€”possible. After all, MFA is one of the most effective steps you can take to prevent an account takeover.

Donโ€™t let hackers gain access to passwords for high risk accounts. Youโ€™ll gain peace of mind knowing your banking platforms, email inboxes, password managers, work accounts, and more are safeguarded behind an extra layer of protection.

Itโ€™s simple. Itโ€™s effective. And itโ€™s worth the few extra seconds.

Need help enabling MFA at your business? Weโ€™ve got you covered: โ†’ https://www.techriver.com/contact/

Med device companies are a prime target, and not just for the reasons you'd think.Attackers know medical device companie...
10/07/2026

Med device companies are a prime target, and not just for the reasons you'd think.

Attackers know medical device companies sit on valuable intellectual property, sensitive design data, and regulatory documentation. A breach doesn't just cost you data... it can cost you a product timeline, a partnership, or your reputation with the FDA.

A few things that matter most for the business itself:
- Protecting IP and R&D data from theft or leaks
- Securing your supply chain and vendor relationships
- Locking down access like who can touch design files, source code, and regulatory submissions
- Having a real incident response plan before you need one

Your product might be built for patient safety. Your company still needs to be built for cybersecurity. https://www.techriver.com/what-we-do/managed-it-services-for-medical-device-life-sciences-companies-in-minneapolis/

Don't trust hotel Wi-Fi. It can be compromised even when you've joined the correct network.Microsoft has found attackers...
10/04/2026

Don't trust hotel Wi-Fi. It can be compromised even when you've joined the correct network.

Microsoft has found attackers taking control of the systems used for Wi-Fi login pages at hotels and conference venues.

Once the login system has been compromised, guests can be redirected to a fake Microsoft 365 sign-in page or shown a fake browser update that installs malware.

The timing makes the request believable. You've just connected, the hotel page opens and it says an update is needed before you can continue.

Checking the network name with reception won't help because the hotel's real Wi-Fi is involved.

Use your phone's hotspot for work whenever possible. If you have to use hotel Wi-Fi, never enter your work password into the hotel registration page.

And if the page asks you to download an update, certificate or security tool, disconnect. Joining Wi-Fi shouldn't require you to install anything.

If your staff travel with work laptops, send us a message before their next trip. We'll make sure the devices are properly protected.

It's Cybersecurity Awareness Month!Every October, we take a moment to talk about something that affects every business, ...
10/01/2026

It's Cybersecurity Awareness Month!

Every October, we take a moment to talk about something that affects every business, every device, every inbox: cybersecurity.

It's not just an IT problem; it's a business problem. One phishing email, one weak password, one missed update can cost real time, real money, and real trust.

This month, we're sharing practical tips to help you and your team stay protected because the best defense isn't one big fix, it's a lot of small habits done consistently. https://www.techriver.com/what-we-do/cybersecurity/

๐—”๐—ง๐—ง๐—˜๐—ก๐—ง๐—œ๐—ข๐—ก ๐—œ๐—ก๐—ง๐—˜๐—ฅ๐—ก๐—”๐—Ÿ ๐—œ๐—ง ๐—ง๐—˜๐—”๐— ๐—ฆ: Worried that the addition of co-managed IT means youโ€™re being replaced? Donโ€™t be, as thatโ€™s...
09/30/2026

๐—”๐—ง๐—ง๐—˜๐—ก๐—ง๐—œ๐—ข๐—ก ๐—œ๐—ก๐—ง๐—˜๐—ฅ๐—ก๐—”๐—Ÿ ๐—œ๐—ง ๐—ง๐—˜๐—”๐— ๐—ฆ: Worried that the addition of co-managed IT means youโ€™re being replaced? Donโ€™t be, as thatโ€™s not the intention, nor is it the reality.

With co-managed IT, you stay in control while also gaining access to benefits like enterprise-grade tools, continuous security monitoring, and specialized skills and support. With us there to supplement your team, we take things off your plate and help resolve daily, time consuming issues, allowing you to focus on the bigger picture โ€” and you get all the credit.

Curious to know how co-managed IT could enhance your internal team? Visit our website to learn more: โ†’ https://www.techriver.com/what-we-do/co-managed-it-services/

We get asked if we're selling. The answer is no.Founder-owned and operated. No private equity. No exit plan. No sharehol...
09/28/2026

We get asked if we're selling. The answer is no.

Founder-owned and operated. No private equity. No exit plan. No shareholders to answer to but you.

That means faster response times, a team that actually knows your setup, and decisions made for your business, not a portfolio.

Tech River. Independent since 2010, and staying that way.

If youโ€™re considering deploying an AI tool at your medical device company, there are a few things to consider first. Nam...
09/24/2026

If youโ€™re considering deploying an AI tool at your medical device company, there are a few things to consider first. Namely, will the AI meet the standards for regulated use, where will the AI have access, and will the answers to either of those questions pose a compliance concern in a regulated environment.

Thatโ€™s why, before deployment, itโ€™s essential for your Quality and IT teams to review and address factors such as data access scoping, audit trail implications, the access review process, etc., and be on the same page about how to proceed.

To learn more about what IT and Quality teams need to consider before introducing AI tools to a regulated environment, read the full blog: โ†’ https://www.techriver.com/2026/09/07/ai-tools-in-regulated-environments/

๐—ก๐—”๐—ง๐—œ๐—ข๐—ก๐—”๐—Ÿ ๐—ฃ๐—ฅ๐—˜๐—ฃ๐—”๐—ฅ๐—˜๐——๐—ก๐—˜๐—ฆ๐—ฆ ๐— ๐—ข๐—ก๐—ง๐—› - ๐—ฅ๐—ฒ๐—บ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฑ๐—ฒ๐—ฟWith the end of the year approaching, a quick review of your security practices be...
09/23/2026

๐—ก๐—”๐—ง๐—œ๐—ข๐—ก๐—”๐—Ÿ ๐—ฃ๐—ฅ๐—˜๐—ฃ๐—”๐—ฅ๐—˜๐——๐—ก๐—˜๐—ฆ๐—ฆ ๐— ๐—ข๐—ก๐—ง๐—› - ๐—ฅ๐—ฒ๐—บ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฑ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ
With the end of the year approaching, a quick review of your security practices before Q4 can go a long way in making sure youโ€™re prepared for 2027.

Consider checking these five things before the end of the quarter:
โœ”๏ธ๐—”๐—ฐ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜€ ๐—–๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐—น๐˜€: Ensure only the right people have the right permissions to accounts and systems.
โœ”๏ธ๐—•๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ธ๐˜‚๐—ฝ ๐—Ÿ๐—ผ๐—ด๐˜€: Confirm backups are complete and recoverable
โœ”๏ธ๐—ฃ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ฐ๐—ต ๐—ฆ๐˜๐—ฎ๐˜๐˜‚๐˜€: Check that all devices are secure and up to date
โœ”๏ธ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐—น๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐˜† ๐——๐—ผ๐—ฐ๐˜‚๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜๐˜€: Review documentation to ensure your organization remains compliant and aligned with industry best practices
โœ”๏ธ๐—œ๐—ป๐—ฐ๐—ถ๐—ฑ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜ ๐—ฅ๐—ฒ๐˜€๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜€๐—ฒ ๐—ฃ๐—น๐—ฎ๐—ป: Review the steps youโ€™d take in the event of a breach or cyber attack

A simple audit reduces the risk of potential threats to your business.

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