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GPT in IT Infrastructure Management: Genius Assistant or Compliance Risk?

As the world of IT infrastructure management continues to evolve, staying ahead of the curve is no longer optional but essential. A few of the tools shaking up the industry are ChatGPT and Claude, as well as IT automation software such as Make and n8n. With their ability to streamline communication, automate tasks, and provide…
Ohad Moser
Ohad Moser
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The Enormous Costs of Remote Offboarding: What Happens When a Laptop Goes Missing

Ever left your wallet on a park bench? Now imagine that wallet is a company laptop stuffed not with cash but with sensitive data, trade secrets, and access credentials—and someone walks off with it.  According to an Intel-sponsored study, the average cost of a lost or stolen laptop is a staggering $49,246. And that was…
Noah Edis
Noah Edis
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Reorgs, Layoffs, and Laptops: How IT Asset Management Keeps Compliance in Check

Company-wide changes like reorganizations, layoffs, or mergers can be chaotic from an emotional and operational standpoint. While HR and leadership often take center stage in these situations, there is a critical player that’s often sidelined: the IT department. More specifically, IT asset management (ITAM) deserves a front-row seat in any major transition planning, or else…
Ohad Moser
Ohad Moser

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The Overlooked Exit: Why Offboarding Deserves as Much Attention as Onboarding

A fellow CEO told me not long ago, “One of our former employees who left more than a year ago still has access to our internal systems.” It’s not the first time I’ve heard this kind of comment: a friend mentioned that his wife, working at a large tech company (I won’t mention which), still…
Alon Zlatkin
Alon Zlatkin
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Dots is SOC 2 Type II Certified: Our Commitment to Secure IT Procurement Grows

This week, there have been two things to celebrate at Dots. First, our CMO got married. Mazal tov, Tzur! Second, we hit a milestone that’s been three months in the making: Dots is now officially SOC 2 Type II certified. And honestly, both feel like a bit of magic. What’s SOC 2 Type II and…
Alon Zlatkin
Alon Zlatkin
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The Astonishing AI Policy Time Bomb IT Can Still Defuse

AI is no longer a futuristic fantasy. Whether you realize it or not, it’s already part of your workplace. From chatbots and scheduling assistants to predictive tools in HR and finance, AI is showing up everywhere. But here’s the catch: most businesses don’t have a clear internal policy to manage how it’s used. That’s a…
Damian Milas
Damian Milas
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Stay Ahead of Cybersecurity Threats, Even When Remote Onboarding

Remote work has become a standard for many businesses. That’s not news. The flexibility and comfort that it offers is well-suited for today’s working environment. However, it can come at a cost when cybersecurity challenges emerge alongside this modern work structure. Without the protection of a centralized office network, remote employees and IT assets are…
Damian Milas
Damian Milas
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IT Inventory Management: Get Compliant, Track Assets, and Relax Already

Let’s be frank; compliance can be annoying at times, even for IT teams.  But the world is filled with strict regulations like the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and security frameworks such as SOC 2. Whether you like it or not, you have to comply or face serious penalties. The chances of making grave mistakes…
Noah Edis
Noah Edis
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Why It’s Important to Data Wipe When Offboarding an Employee

When hiring a new employee, companies typically go overboard for onboarding. They may have a standardized procedure that features friendly meetings with the right people, an introduction to company culture, and training for success. When an employee leaves, however, it seems like offboarding doesn’t get that same love.  Offboarded employees actually have a lot more…
Noah Edis
Noah Edis
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How to Master Offboarding Beyond the Goodbye: Definition & Best Practices

Onboarding has everything to do with the initial impressions exchanged between business and employee. And that’s why there’s so much effort and so many guidelines established for welcoming new hires. Buddy programs, orientation sessions, video guides, checklists, chit-chat and check-ins – countless resources are integrated into the onboarding experience. Because offboarding seems to encompass nothing…
Noah Edis
Noah Edis

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