Welcome to 2026! For small and medium-sized businesses in the Midwest, this is the year to turn smart technology and AI into real, measurable growth. At KT Connections, we have supported businesses in achieving their goals for over 20 years. The most successful companies are… Read More »2026 Tech Upgrades Every Small Business Needs
As leaves turn and the holiday season approaches, Thanksgiving gives us all a moment to pause and reflect on what we’re grateful for. Beyond being thankful for our dedicated staff and loyal customers, at KT Connections, we’re grateful for the incredible IT tools and services… Read More »Five IT Tools We’re Thankful for in 2025
Picture this: Your star employee, racing against a deadline, downloads a slick app to streamline reporting. It’s a productivity win, right? While this may seem harmless, it sometimes leads to “Shadow IT”. Shadow IT refers to unauthorized tools or software that operate outside your official… Read More »Ghosts in Your Machines: How to Spot and Eliminate Shadow IT
Cyber threats are evolving rapidly, with Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) emerging as a significant concern. RaaS enables cybercriminals to offer ransomware tools to a wide audience, increasing the frequency and accessibility of attacks, particularly against small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs). At KT Connections, we understand the operational… Read More »Ransomware as a Service: A Growing Threat to Small Businesses
Running a small business is a whirlwind of priorities: serving customers, managing finances, and keeping operations rolling. Amid the daily grind, like brewing coffee to kickstart a Monday or juggling tasks to meet deadlines, cybersecurity often slips down the to-do list. Many small business owners… Read More »Why Small Businesses Are Prime Targets for Cybercriminals
Imagine getting a call from what sounds exactly like your top client, urgently requesting a wire transfer for an overdue invoice. Or maybe it’s an email from your “CEO” asking for sensitive employee data, looking perfectly legit. You act quickly, only to discover it was… Read More »How Your Small Business Can Stay Safe With AI Scams on the Rise
As July rolls in, it also ushers in Ransomware Awareness Month—a critical time for businesses to confront one of the most deceptive threats in the digital age: ransomware. At KT Connections, we’ve seen firsthand how ransomware can bring businesses to their knees, disrupting operations, draining… Read More »Ransomware Awareness Month Spotlights Business Cybersecurity Needs
As we pass the halfway mark of 2025, businesses must prioritize cybersecurity to protect sensitive data, maintain customer trust, and ensure operational continuity. Cyber threats evolve rapidly, with cybercriminals exploiting vulnerabilities in outdated systems, untrained employees, and lax security protocols. A mid-year cybersecurity check-in is… Read More »Mid-Year Cybersecurity Check-In – A Comprehensive Checklist for Businesses
Public WiFi is a double-edged sword – it offers convenience for staying connected on the go, but can also open doors to serious security threats. The risks are heightened for small to medium-sized businesses, where employees often access work systems from places like coffee shops… Read More »Safeguarding Your Business on Public WiFi
Earth Day is just around the corner, and as we gear up to celebrate our planet on April 22nd, it’s the perfect time for businesses to reflect on their environmental footprint. For many companies, technology is both a necessity and a significant contributor to energy… Read More »Building a Greener Future with IT This Earth Day
