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n the aftermath of a disaster like Hurricane Helene, it’s hard to overstate the impact these types of tragedies have. While communities come together to rebuild, just one of the many types of challenges they face is restoring their business operations. At Net Works, we’ve been there before. When a tornado hit Nashville in 2020 and when the city flooded in 2010 (submerging our own office), we helped businesses recover quickly by restoring critical data and minimizing downtime. Those events reinforced our conviction that when disaster strikes, preparedness isn’t optional—it’s essential.

No matter the size of your business, the security of your data plays a crucial role in your ability to keep things running smoothly. From daily operations to major decision-making, your data is at the heart of everything you do.

Even the best businesses are sometimes hit by disasters outside their control. Maybe your restaurant loses power at the busiest time of day, or your office’s internet connection comes to a halt because of a cyberattack on your network. These kinds of crises can throw a business into chaos—but with the right preparations, you can quickly pivot and lessen their impact.

Are you ready to handle the challenges of a cybersecurity breach or catastrophic system failure? These events can happen without warning, creating massive disruption. However, if you have a strategic incident response plan, you can manage these situations with confidence. We’ve created some simple, practical steps to help you strengthen your plan and enhance your readiness for whatever might come

AI is here, and depending on how familiar you are with the technology, it may instill a mix of awe, doubt, and fear, especially when it comes to cybersecurity. This is new territory and there are definitely reasons to be concerned. However, if used effectively, AI can be a powerful tool for revolutionizing business operations. Distinguishing between fact and from

Managing IT on your own can be daunting. A strategic IT partner, like Net Works, handles complex tech issues and keeps your systems up-to-date, ensuring your business runs smoothly and efficiently. At least that’s what your IT service provider should be doing. So how do you know if your MSP is just good, or truly great? These questions are a