Every October, we’re reminded of the resilience, courage, and strength of those impacted by breast cancer and of the countless nonprofits working tirelessly to raise awareness, fund research, and support patients and families. These organizations...
As the first crisp breeze of fall rolls in and the leaves begin to change, it’s a perfect reminder that some things in business should change, too. Just like nature refreshes itself each season, your IT security policies, compliance measures, and...
There’s something magical about fall. The leaves turn brilliant shades of orange and red, sweaters make their way out of closets, and families flock to pumpkin patches to celebrate the season. Just like farmers tend their crops, business owners...
Over 4.4 million Americans had their sensitive personal data exposed in a massive cybersecurity breach targeting TransUnion. A breach that stemmed not from a ransomware strain or direct hack of the credit bureau, but from vulnerabilities in...
Every office has its champions. Some employees are star performers, others are team players, and a few are… let’s just say, “coasting.” But did you know your office tech tools fall into the same categories?
If the workplace was hosting its...
Stop Waiting for Disaster to Strike
For too many businesses, IT support is treated like calling the fire department. You wait until something breaks, then scramble to fix it. A server crashes, a system locks up, or worse, a cybercriminal breaches...
When states fall victim to cyberattacks, the ripples are felt far and wide. Nevada recently shut down numerous state offices, websites, and phone lines following a sophisticated ransomware attack, reminding everyone, from government agencies to...
Hurricanes. Flooding. Power outages. Cyberattacks.
If you run a business in the Carolinas, you already know that our beautiful region comes with its share of risks. But what many small and mid-sized business owners underestimate is how quickly a...
Your business network is the lifeline connecting your team, customers, and data. Unfortunately, it’s also a prime target for cybercriminals. While a professional network security audit is the gold standard for identifying weaknesses, there’s a...
Reaching your goals in annual revenue is a huge milestone for any small or mid-sized business. It’s proof your idea works, your market trusts you, and your team is delivering. But it’s also the point where “making do” with outdated...
Cyber threats in 2025 are faster, smarter, and more destructive than ever and small and mid-sized businesses in the Carolinas are prime targets. Hackers know that most SMBs don’t have enterprise-level defenses, yet they handle valuable customer,...
Field teams are the lifeblood of many small and mid-sized businesses across North and South Carolina. Whether you’re running a construction crew, dispatching technicians, managing a healthcare outreach team, or coordinating service calls, your...
Tropical Storm Erin has formed in the eastern Atlantic and is on track to become the first Atlantic hurricane of the 2025 season by Friday, August 15, with projected intensification into a major storm by the weekend of August 16–17. Erin is...
Let’s face it: IT professionals are the real-world superheroes no one sees coming. While Batman wears a cape and Iron Man has a suit, our IT team at TotalBC is armed with backup plans, cybersecurity tools, and a borderline obsessive attention to...
Let’s be honest: We’ve all heard (or maybe even said) things on a business phone call that made a customer cringe—or worse, hang up. Maybe it was a weird greeting. Maybe someone accidentally put the customer on hold for eternity. Maybe...
Let’s be honest: your password says a lot about you.
Whether it’s your dog’s name, your favorite sports team, or just a bunch of random numbers you can’t even remember, you’re revealing more than you think. Your password doesn’t just...
You know who you are.
You’ve got five sticky notes stuck to your monitor. One on your keyboard. A reminder scribbled on a coffee-stained napkin. Your to-do list lives somewhere between the back of a receipt and a spiral notebook you swear is on...
What happens when a global superpower exploits software flaws to infiltrate a nuclear agency? It makes one thing very clear: if they can breach federal agencies, they can breach you too.
A recent cyberattack linked to Chinese state-sponsored...
Choosing the right Managed Service Provider (MSP) is a critical decision for any business. The right partner can streamline operations, improve security, and provide the technology support your team needs to grow. The wrong one? It can cost you...
The construction industry is rapidly evolving and companies that don't keep up risk falling behind. From project delays to lost documents and outdated communication methods, traditional approaches are costing contractors time and money. Enter cloud...
