Elevate Insights | Elevate Cyber SolutionsPractical cybersecurity, IT and AI guidance for businesses of all sizes.https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/en-usRoutines in Claudehttps://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/routines-in-claude/https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/routines-in-claude/How to use Claude Routines and Scheduled tasks to simplify your day-to-day tasks.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTinfo@elevatecybersolutions.com (Brady)Gemini Gems for Basic Q&Ahttps://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/gemini-gems-for-basic-q-a/https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/gemini-gems-for-basic-q-a/Building Gemini Gems is simple. Get started with a Q&A tool.Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTinfo@elevatecybersolutions.com (Brady)Claude Licensing - Pro vs Team vs APIhttps://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/claude-licensing-learning/https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/claude-licensing-learning/How Anthropic licensing and privacy options work for organizations.Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTinfo@elevatecybersolutions.com (Brady)Google Workspace Intelligence - A Major AI Upgradehttps://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/google-workspace-intelligence-a-major-ai-upgrade/https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/google-workspace-intelligence-a-major-ai-upgrade/Google's new Workspace Intelligence brings unified AI to Drive, Gmail, Chat, and beyond — with standout features like Drive Projects, third-party connectors, and a daily briefing that actually understands your work.Fri, 01 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTinfo@elevatecybersolutions.com (Brady)AI in Practice: Testing, Risk, and What I'm Actually Learninghttps://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/ai-in-practice-testing-risk-and-what-i-m-actually-learning/https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/ai-in-practice-testing-risk-and-what-i-m-actually-learning/An IT pro and business owner explores AI tools through a practical lens — testing features, security risks, and real-world implementation across a running series.Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMTinfo@elevatecybersolutions.com (Brady)4 Cyber Hygiene Habits Every Small Business Should Havehttps://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/4-cyber-hygiene-habits/https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/4-cyber-hygiene-habits/Simple cyber hygiene habits — email security, patching, computer cleanup, and access control — can protect your small business from the most common attacks. Elevate Cyber Solutions shows you where to start.Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMTinfo@elevatecybersolutions.com (Brady)$20 Billion and Counting: Key Takeaways from the 2025 FBI IC3 Reporthttps://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/fbi-ic3-2025-report/https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/fbi-ic3-2025-report/Is your business prepared? The 2025 FBI IC3 Report reveals a 26% spike in cybercrime losses. Break down the key takeaways and what they mean for protecting your organization.Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMTinfo@elevatecybersolutions.com (Brady)How to Configure MAM Policies with Intunehttps://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/howtoconfiguremampolicies/https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/howtoconfiguremampolicies/Protect business data on personal devices using Microsoft Intune Mobile Application Management (MAM). Learn how App Protection Policies secure company apps without full device control.Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMTinfo@elevatecybersolutions.com (Brady)Don't Let Your Business be the Next Strykerhttps://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/byod-phone-configurations/https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/byod-phone-configurations/Learn how Microsoft Intune protects company email and files on employee phones using BYOD app protection policies — without giving IT control of personal data.Sat, 21 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMTinfo@elevatecybersolutions.com (Brady)Why you need to control Browser Extensionshttps://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/blocking-browser-extensions/https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/blocking-browser-extensions/Control browser extensions in Chrome to reduce security risks. Learn how to manage extension policies using Google Admin Console, Group Policy, or Intune.Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMTinfo@elevatecybersolutions.com (Brady)Enabling Enterprise App Controls in M365https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/m365enterpriseapp/https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/m365enterpriseapp/Learn how to require admin approval for Microsoft 365 enterprise applications in Entra ID. Reduce OAuth phishing risk, shadow IT, and unauthorized API access in your tenant.Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMTinfo@elevatecybersolutions.com (Brady)Protecting Google Data via API Controlshttps://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/protecting-google-data-via-api-controls/https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/protecting-google-data-via-api-controls/Protect your Google Workspace from shadow apps by controlling “Sign in with Google.” Learn how admin approval settings reduce SaaS sprawl and protect company data.Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTinfo@elevatecybersolutions.com (Brady)Password Managers: A Simple Step to Lower Cyber Riskhttps://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/password-reuse-risks/https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/password-reuse-risks/Passwords remain one of the biggest risks for businesses today. Learn how password managers reduce credential riskFri, 20 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTinfo@elevatecybersolutions.com (Brady)Real Challenges Mini-Series #4: Cybersecurity Gap Assessments for a CPA Firmhttps://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/cpa-cybersecurity-gap-assessment/https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/cpa-cybersecurity-gap-assessment/Real Challenges Mini-Series #4: Cybersecurity Gap Assessments for a CPA FirmThu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTinfo@elevatecybersolutions.com (Brady)Real Challenges Mini-Series #3: Insurance Agency Ponders AI Adoptionhttps://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/ai-adoption-agency/https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/ai-adoption-agency/Real Challenges Mini-Series #3: Insurance Agency Looking at AI AdoptionThu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTinfo@elevatecybersolutions.com (Brady)Real Challenges Mini-Series #2: CPA Firm Needs IT Evolutionhttps://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/cpa-firm-challenges1/https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/cpa-firm-challenges1/Real Challenges Mini-Series #2: CPA Firm Needs IT EvolutionThu, 29 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTinfo@elevatecybersolutions.com (Brady)Mini-Series: Solving Real IT & Cybersecurity Challengeshttps://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/mini-series-solving-real-it-cybersecurity-challenges/https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/mini-series-solving-real-it-cybersecurity-challenges/When an IT Director Is Wearing Too Many HatsSun, 18 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTinfo@elevatecybersolutions.com (Brady)Why Cybersecurity Training Mattershttps://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/why-cybersecurity-training-matters/https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/why-cybersecurity-training-matters/Cybersecurity training reduces risk, meets insurance requirements, and builds team confidence. Discover practical tips to launch an effective training program.Thu, 08 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTinfo@elevatecybersolutions.com (Brady)Remembering the Reasonhttps://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/merry-christmas25/https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/merry-christmas25/Stepping back from a technical or cybersecurity related post to instead say to everyone: MERRY CHRISTMASThu, 25 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMTinfo@elevatecybersolutions.com (Brady)Modern Device Management Practiceshttps://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/modern-device-management-practices/https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/modern-device-management-practices/Learn why modern businesses rely on cloud-based device management tools like Microsoft Intune to secure laptops, phones, and BYOD devices. Discover how encryption, remote wipe, and data separation protect your business and support today’s hybrid workforce. Schedule a free consultation to get started.Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMTinfo@elevatecybersolutions.com (Brady)The Rising Risk of Fake Online Adshttps://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/fake-online-ads/https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/fake-online-ads/Fraudulent and Fake ads are everywhere. Use these quick tips to help your team click safely and reduce your organization’s cybersecurity risk.Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMTinfo@elevatecybersolutions.com (Brady)How Cybersecurity Frameworks Help Protect Your Businesshttps://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/cybersecurity-frameworks/https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/cybersecurity-frameworks/Strengthen your business with proven cybersecurity frameworks. Learn why NIST CSF and CIS Controls matter, how to get started, and how Elevate guides progress.Thu, 04 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMTinfo@elevatecybersolutions.com (Brady)Enable Safe Links in Microsoft 365https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/microsoft365-safe-links/https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/microsoft365-safe-links/Enable Safe Links in Microsoft 365 to protect your business from malicious links in email, Teams, and Office apps. Learn why this simple security step reduces phishing risk.Thu, 27 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMTinfo@elevatecybersolutions.com (Brady)Smart Cloud Storage Options for Fileshttps://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/smart-cloud-storage-options-for-files/https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/smart-cloud-storage-options-for-files/Discover how OneDrive and Google Drive do more than store files. They automatically back up your Desktop and Documents, protect against ransomware, and make recovery simple for your business. These are smart cloud storage options for files.Thu, 20 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMTinfo@elevatecybersolutions.com (Brady)business email verse free accountshttps://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/why-business-email-matters/https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/why-business-email-matters/Free Gmail or Outlook accounts put your business at risk. Discover why professional email with your domain protects your brand and data.Thu, 13 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMTinfo@elevatecybersolutions.com (Brady)How to Block Fake Teams Calls in Microsoft 365https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/how-to-block-fake-teams-calls-in-microsoft-365/https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/how-to-block-fake-teams-calls-in-microsoft-365/Protect your business from fake Microsoft Teams calls and impersonation attempts. Learn how to adjust your Microsoft 365 external communication settings to block unmanaged or trial Teams accounts while keeping collaboration secure.Thu, 06 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMTinfo@elevatecybersolutions.com (Brady)Simplify and Strengthen Access with SSO (and Why MFA Still Matters)https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/simplify-and-strengthen-access-with-sso-and-why-mfa-still-matters/https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/simplify-and-strengthen-access-with-sso-and-why-mfa-still-matters/With every new SaaS application comes another username and password and more opportunities for mistakes, weak credentials, or account fatigue. That’s where Single Sign-On (SSO) comes in to help.Thu, 30 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMTinfo@elevatecybersolutions.com (Brady)October Reminder: Cybersecurity Awareness Month - 4 Simple Ways to Stay Securehttps://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/october-reminder-cybersecurity-awareness-month-4-simple-ways-to-stay-secure/https://www.elevatecybersolutions.com/blog/october-reminder-cybersecurity-awareness-month-4-simple-ways-to-stay-secure/October marks Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the perfect time for businesses to pause and make sure their technology and data are protectedThu, 23 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMTinfo@elevatecybersolutions.com (Brady)