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At VC3, Anthony R. found a place that fuels his love of learning with constant challenges and provides a supportive team where he can actively contribute. His advancement from a restaurant manager to a Systems Engineer I proves that curiosity, hard work, and support from a team that values professional growth, anything is possible. Read Anthony's story and maybe you'll be encouraged to take your career in a totally different direction from where you are now > https://hubs.li/Q02X-mN40 #LoveWhereYouWork #EmployeeSpotlight #ITcareers #WorkatVC3

If we're in your neighborhood, come see us at these events: 🚰 It's a two for one at the 2024 Association of California Water Agencies Fall Conference & Expo! Come meet Kuma AND Shantae' and chat about the ways we help water/sewer authorities 🍽️ Say "hi" to Kyle at the VC3 booth at the 2024 Connecticut Conference of Municipalities Convention .. Stop by and ask him how to get a FREE Lunch on us! 🤝 Come chat with Bob at the Ohio Association of County Boards (OACB) Annual Convention. VC3 is an active member of the OACB and an IT service company you can trust! 💵 Don't miss the chance to chat with Luke at the North Carolina Local Government Budget Association Winter Conference. NOW is the time to start thinking about your 2025 IT budgeting, and we can help! #EventCalendar #LunchOnUs #Conference

🦃 ICYMI 🦃 Here’s a quick roundup of what business leaders like you found most helpful in our November newsletter: ☑️Checklist for a Successful Transition from Windows 10 to Windows 11 A complete checklist for a successful transition from Windows 10 to Windows 11—and some of the many things you will need to think about as you make this transition. 🚩 5 IT Spending Red Flags (and 5 Ways to Get More Value From IT) Looking for common red flags is a good starting point for analyzing the value you receive from IT. ↩️ The Truth Behind Your Company's Current Backup & Disaster Recovery Solution When it comes to businesses experiencing cyberattacks, upwards of 60% of small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) that are hacked end up going out of business after six months. 🤝 Co-Managed IT Services Buyer's Guide How supplementing your internal team with outsourced IT makes them the best they can be. Want more helpful insights like these delivered straight to your inbox? 📩 👉 Subscribe to our monthly newsletter and stay in the loop on the latest IT and cybersecurity tips and trends >> https://hubs.li/Q02ZBQBW0 #Cybersecurity #ITSupport #TechTrends #Subscribe #ICYMI

🍂 This Thanksgiving, we at VC3 want to share our gratitude for the incredible organizations we serve. Each day, we’re inspired by your growth-minded spirit and commitment to making an impact. At VC3, our mission is simple: to help you get out of the IT trenches so you can focus on what you do best. From tailored cybersecurity to time-saving automation, we’re here to make your tech journey a seamless one. Thank you for trusting us to be a part of your success. Wishing you and your teams a warm and wonderful Thanksgiving! 🧡 #Thankful #VC3 #Thanksgiving2024 #ManagedIT

⏰ It’s Time to Start Planning for Windows 10 End of Life! ⏰ Although Windows 10 support doesn't officially end until on October 14, 2025, it’s essential to start planning your organization’s transition to Windows 11 now to avoid disruption and potential security vulnerabilities. Here are some key options to consider: 🔹 Upgrade Eligible Devices Ensure devices meet the minimum requirements (i5 Processor, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) to run Windows 11. If they do, an upgrade is possible without a full replacement. 🔹 Replace Ineligible Devices Devices older than five years often don’t meet new OS requirements. Replacing these with compatible hardware now may prevent delays later. 🔹 Managed IT Services If you lack in-house IT resources, a managed IT provider can streamline this transition and ensure smooth upgrades for your team. 🔹 Hardware as a Service (HaaS) If you currently use HaaS, your upgrade or replacement is likely covered. For future transitions, consider HaaS as an easy way to manage hardware and software updates. 🔹 Consider Extended Support (Use Sparingly) Microsoft may offer extended support for Windows 10 until 2028, but this option can be costly and may still leave security gaps due to limited updates. Planning now will keep your team secure and prepared, with minimal downtime when support for Windows 10 ends. Need help navigating the best path for your city? Reach out to our team for expert guidance.

When you work at VC3, you have a lot of resources available to help you succeed, and that includes guidance and assistance from your coworkers. Sound like the kind of place you'd like to work? Check out our current opportunities > https://hubs.li/Q02X-mvc0 #WorkCulture #WorkatVC3 #AIMHigher

🔐 4 Cybersecurity Drills You Should Run in 2025 📆 Simulated drills allow organizations to identify vulnerabilities, improve response skills, and strengthen security protocols. Here are four key drills to consider for 2025: 1. Phishing Simulations: Phishing is a common way attackers gain access. By simulating phishing attempts, you help employees recognize and avoid these threats, boosting your first line of defense. 🎣 2. Tabletop Exercises: These exercises guide key stakeholders through a simulated security incident, ensuring everyone knows their roles and testing your response procedures for gaps. ☑️ 3. Vulnerability Scanning & Penetration Testing: Regularly scanning for vulnerabilities and conducting penetration tests reveals potential security weaknesses, enabling proactive improvements to defenses. 🔎 4. Data Backup & Disaster Recovery Testing: If an attack disrupts your data, rapid recovery is essential. Testing your backup and recovery processes ensures you can restore data accurately and with minimal downtime. 🔄 Running these drills throughout 2025 will reinforce a culture of cybersecurity awareness and improve your organization’s ability to manage potential threats. Reach out to us to talk about a customized plan for your organization. #Cybersecurity2025 #RiskManagement #DataProtection #CybersecurityDrills

📬 Does Your Municipality’s Email Send the Right Message? By partnering with a reputable email service provider, municipalities can enhance their security, ensure reliable communication, and comply with regulatory requirements. 🔑 Key Benefits of a .gov Domain: 🤝 Credibility and Professionalism: A .gov domain reassures residents that your communications are legitimate and trustworthy. Say goodbye to outdated email addresses like mayor204@yahoo.com and hello to mayor.johndoe@cityname.gov! 📩 Email Delivery: Consumer-grade domains often get flagged as spam. A .gov domain increases the likelihood that your emails land where they’re meant to. 🛡️ Compliance and Security: Enterprise-grade platforms like Microsoft 365 make records retention, open records compliance, and email security manageable and reliable. 💡 Action Steps for Municipal Leaders: 1️⃣ Secure a .gov Domain: Apply via the official .gov domain website and follow GSA guidelines for setup and security. 2️⃣ Implement and Migrate: Partner with IT professionals to configure, migrate, and test your new email system. 3️⃣ Choose the Right Platform: Ditch consumer-grade services like Yahoo or AOL for a reliable enterprise-grade solution tailored to your municipality’s needs. 4️⃣ Inform Residents: Announce the transition through public notices, social media, and your website. The email platform you use has a huge impact on your municipality—for better and for worse. 🌟 Ready to make the switch? Let’s chat about how we can help your municipality streamline its email systems and improve security. #MunicipalIT #Cybersecurity #ProfessionalEmail #GovTech

💻 Ready to budget for managed IT services? Our pricing calculator can give you a ballpark figure to help you plan with confidence! Here’s how it helps: - See industry-standard prices to guide your search 🏷️ - Explore options tailored to your needs, from entry-level to full-service 🎚️ - See how various parameters affect managed services costs🛠️ - Gauge how different options may (or may not) be within your budget 🎯 Curious to know your estimated costs? Try the calculator and get a realistic view of what managed IT could mean for your organization >> https://hubs.li/Q02Xbv_y0 #ManagedIT #Budgeting #PricingCalculator

💼 You’ve probably heard about how managed IT services saves businesses money and wonder if that’s possible for your organization too. Let's start with a high level pricing overview: Costs range between $150-400 per user, monthly, with variation based on service level. - Entry-level options start at $99-150/month, covering basic monitoring only (repairs billed separately). - Mid-Range Packages: Offering proactive problem-solving, IT strategy, cybersecurity, and onsite/remote support. Priced per device or user, this level is designed for more comprehensive needs. - Top-Tier Services: Advanced, fully hosted solutions ($250-400/user/month) include robust infrastructure, enhanced security, and project labor. 💡The big question is how much will YOUR managed IT services cost? That’s going to be very difficult for you to figure out on your own without contacting IT service providers for full descriptions of their services, but here are a few questions to help get you closer to a ballpark number, and to ensure managed IT firms can give you a more accurate quote: - Do you want to have internal IT staff? - Do you want to pay a flat amount each month, or is a low monthly fee with varying additional charges okay? - How complex is your technology environment? - Do you want remote and onsite services? - Is your network in the cloud or on-premise? - Do you have regulatory compliance requirements such as HIPAA, ITAR, NIST, or CMMC? It’s important to understand that the EXACT services that each IT company offers will be different, EVEN if the service packages are named the same thing. So be sure the vendors you’re interviewing are being transparent in what you’re ACTUALLY GETTING with each service. Need help evaluating IT providers? We're happy to help, whether you choose to use our services or not. #ManagedIT #PricingGuide #ITServiceCost