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May 2020: An update from the Service Desk at MFG

Here’s another monthly update from the MFG Service Desk. Despite 2020 being the strangest year we’re ever likely to experience; it does seem to be flying by as we rapidly approach June....

23rd April 2020

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April 2020: An update from the Service Desk at MFG

The beginning of April was very much like March as we experienced huge uplift as a result of Coronavirus, with five times the typical amount of daily calls being received. Again, we would like to thank you for your patience during this period....

9th April 2020

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COVID-19 Themed Phishing Attacks

If the situation with COVID-19 wasn’t quite challenging enough for everyone, then throw in some on-topic Phishing scams for good measure. For Cyber Criminals, the evolving situation with COVID-19 creates a targeted opportunity to prey on end-users....

27th March 2020

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An update from the Service Desk at MFG

What a strange and unprecedented situation we have found ourselves in over recent weeks. I plan to write to you with frequent service delivery updates, at least until the situation with COVID-19 appears to settle down and we resume some form of normality....

19th March 2020

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Windows 10 and Office 365 Migrations: The next step forward for your business

Many of our clients are seeing the opportunity to take the step forward and upgrade to Windows 10 and Microsoft Office 365 now that Windows 7 has gone end of life....

19th March 2020

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COVID-19 Service Update 19/03/20

Due to the current situation with COVID-19, we are receiving an unprecedented amount of calls from clients working remotely. Our goal is to help all our clients make the most of their technology during this testing time for us all....

3rd January 2020

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2019 MFG Staff Awards

Before we jump head first into the new year, we wanted to take a moment to show our appreciation to our fabulous staff who have gone above and beyond for the company throughout the past year. ...

2nd January 2020

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Windows 7 End of Life Puts Your Business at Risk

Currently using Windows 7 in your business? Listen up! In this article, we look at the ‘need to know’ for Windows 7 users as the operating system approaches its end of life date....

1st December 2019

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New User & User Removal Requests via your AutoTask Portal

This page offers instructions and guidance for clients on how to create New User & User Removal Requests via your AutoTask Portal....

7th November 2019

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Best in Business – Training and Support Award Winners!

We are thrilled to announce that MFG have won the Training and Support Award at the 2019 Best in Business Awards, brought to us by Newbury Weekly News....

31st October 2019

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Cyber Security is for Life – Not Just October!

We fully appreciate that Cyber Security is for life and not just for October. That’s why we’ve decided to extend our Cyber Awareness campaign until the end of November 2019. That’s right – Brexit isn’t the only thing to be delayed this October!...

24th October 2019

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Why to do External Vulnerability Scans of your Network

Whilst powerful learning practises such as phishing tests and cyber awareness programs are designed to test your staff’s human resilience to cyber security threats, external vulnerability scans highlight technical weaknesses that, in some cases, are often identified when it’s too late....

10th October 2019

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Free External Vulnerability Scan

October is a special month if you’re in the business of Cyber Security. Cyber Security Awareness Month has businesses across the globe taking part in various events focused on raising cyber awareness for both corporate companies and individuals....

4th October 2019

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Cyber Security Awareness Month 2019

30th August 2019

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Press Release: Project Audio Visual & MFG Announce Partnership

Project Audio Visual Ltd, one of the UK’s leading audio visual companies partners with MFG, a forward thinking managed service provider to deliver tailored AV solutions with integrated information technology....

29th August 2019

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Why Gain your Cyber Essentials Certification?

These days, cyber security is a big business. Cyber attacks are becoming ever more common, with some of the most high-profile global brands having experienced a serious breach of cyber security; Facebook, British Airways and Marriott are just a few names to recently be hit with a fine as the result of a breach. With hackers using ever-more sophisticated technology, information security isn’t just a ‘nice to have’ addition. It’s essential. That’s where the Cyber Essentials Scheme comes in....

22nd August 2019

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The Importance of Cyber Security Awareness Training

Nowadays it’s more vital than ever that companies have well maintained cyber security systems in place – from Antivirus to Encryption to Multi-Factor Authentication. But just as important as having security systems in place is ensuring that your employees have an up-to-date standard of cyber security awareness....

16th August 2019

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Microsoft Teams Increases Productivity

Microsoft Teams is an Office 365 tool designed to vastly increase your productivity - putting everything you do in one place, so you can work however you need to wherever you want....

8th August 2019

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7 Tips to Spot a Phishing Email

Every time you look through your work inbox, or even through your personal mail, there is a chance you could be opening a Phishing mail. Phishing mails are deceitful communications which are designed to obtain personal information from you, such as usernames, passwords or credit card details. Don't fall for them! Read our seven tips...

25th July 2019

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Why Simulated Phishing Campaigns are so Important

Cyber-crime is one of the most pressing challenges facing businesses and other organisations in the modern age. Cyber awareness training can help your staff to understand security techniques and best practices that can protect against data leaks and other threats. Viruses and other malware are a constant danger, but the most common type of attack is Phishing....

11th July 2019

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Free Phishing Campaign

MFG’s free Phishing Campaign is a great way to measure your employees' vulnerability to phishing attacks and to the effectiveness of your business’ cyber security training program....

14th June 2019