Top 5 Safe AI Practices for Financial Services Firms
AI is transforming financial services—but without the right safeguards, it can expose firms to compliance violations, data leaks, and inaccurate outputs that damage client trust. These five safe AI practices help financial services firms modernize without putting their business at risk. Establish Clear AI Usage Policies Your team is already using AI, whether you’ve […]
Credential Stuffing Attacks Are Surging: What Financial Services Firms Need to Know
Credential stuffing has become one of the fastest-growing threats in the advisory world, and it works without breaking a single system. Credential stuffing used to be background noise. Now it’s one of the top threats targeting the financial services industry. The reason: attackers don’t have to “hack” anything. They simply log in with real credentials—often stolen […]
Hidden IT Risks in Growing Businesses & How to Prevent Them
As businesses grow, so do their IT risks—and many of them fly under the radar until it’s too late. At Sixwatch, we’ve seen firsthand how small oversights can snowball into security breaches, downtime, and compliance nightmares. If you’re scaling your business, here are the silent threats you need to address now: Unsecured Endpoints Laptops, mobile devices, […]
The 6 IT Mistakes That Cost Small Businesses Big—And How to Avoid Them
Small businesses often underestimate the importance of proactive IT management—until it’s too late. At Sixwatch, we’ve seen how recurring technology mistakes lead to downtime, lost data, security breaches, and unnecessary costs. Here are six common yet easily avoidable IT mistakes that could be hurting your business: Weak or Reused Passwords Simple or duplicated passwords are […]
How to Make Microsoft 365 Secure Out of the Box (Hint: It’s Not)
Microsoft 365 is the go-to productivity suite for businesses, but here’s a reality check—it’s not secure by default. While it offers powerful tools, collaboration features, and cloud access, many companies assume Microsoft has already locked everything down. That assumption creates risk. The truth is, Microsoft gives you the tools, but it’s up to you—or your IT […]
EDR, MDR, XDR—What’s the Difference and Which One Do You Actually Need?
The cybersecurity world is full of buzzwords, and few are more confusing than EDR, MDR, and XDR. While they sound similar, these solutions offer very different levels of protection—and knowing which one your business needs can make a major difference. EDR (Endpoint Detection and Response) focuses on monitoring endpoints like laptops and servers for suspicious behavior. […]
The Hidden Risk in Your Cyber Insurance: Non-Compliance
Cyber insurance is a vital safety net when your business faces a cyberattack. However, many organizations have overlooked the fine print and are unaware that failing to meet policy requirements can lead to a portion or all claims denied, leaving them vulnerable when they need support the most. Recent data (2023–2024) shows that a substantial […]
Your Cloud Data Isn’t Backed Up (Unless You’ve Done This)
If you’re using Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, or another cloud platform, you might assume your data is backed up. After all, it’s “in the cloud,” right? Not so fast. The Myth of Built-In Backups Cloud platforms like Microsoft and Google offer high availability—not full backup and recovery. That means they’ll keep your services running, but: […]
When Employees Become the Risk: How to Prevent Insider Threats
Most business owners worry about outside threats—hackers, ransomware, phishing scams. But what if the real danger is already inside your organization? That’s the reality of insider threats—risks that come from employees, contractors, or vendors who already have access to your systems and data. These threats are harder to spot, easier to underestimate, and often far […]
How to Scale Your Business IT Without the Headaches
Growth is good—until your tech starts holding you back. As your company adds new employees, clients, and complexity, your IT setup can quickly go from “good enough” to “growing pain.” At Sixwatch, we specialize in managed IT services for growing businesses, and we’ve seen it all: new hires waiting days for equipment and logins, forgotten […]