It is almost Halloween, and it seems like Thanksgiving and Christmas come so quickly after, doesn’t it? During this time, I really focus on what I can control. It comforts me to know that the next three months can still produce phenomenal results. A well-thought-out and implemented technology plan is a good start to achieving […]
Tomorrow Is The Start Of Planning Season
It is the start of Q4—already—so for me it is the beginning of my planning season. From October 1, I can see the start of a new year. I will spend some time reviewing what we have done here at Aptica so far, but I will also start my list of new goals for 2022. […]
I Am Saying Things Out Loud And On Purpose
What a week. The stock markets tanked on Monday. The Chinese real estate giant Evergrande may default on some of its $300 billion (with a “b”) dollars of debt. This collapse would ripple across the globe. Here I am in northeastern Indiana, but I don’t for a moment think that this won’t affect me. After […]
Was Your Apple iPhone Hacked In The Recent Breach?
Recently it was discovered that an Apple iPhone can be hacked without any direct user assistance. Normally malware can be inserted into a device if the user has been tricked into clicking on a link or opening an attachment. This fresh new hell, called a zero-click hack, takes advantage of flaws in your device. Since […]
Aren’t We All In This For Positive Results?
From the minute you open your doors as a small business, you as the owner have your expectations. You also know that there are certain basics that are necessary for you to succeed. The right space in the right location? Check. Like-minded people with skill sets to support your vision? Check. Business plan? Check. The […]
Get Back To Why It All Started
I’ve come to appreciate that everyone’s individual story is so interesting. Especially in business, I like to know why and how someone got into the business they are in. I always heard growing up, “it takes all kinds to make a world.” With the increase of news sources and social media, we now have perhaps […]
Aptica Makes A Bold Move To Stop Cybercrime
I am so pleased to have good news about fighting cybercrime. Aptica LLC is making a bold move to better protect our clients from destructive and costly hacks. Over the last several months Aptica has observed persistent and increasingly sophisticated cyber-attacks that have compromised organizations through the exploitation of software. Given the increase of attacks, […]
Who Should Pay For Your Losses After A Hack?
America has become a very litigious society. “So, sue me!” used to be a joke line. Now it’s not funny anymore. Cybersecurity breaches have real costs; they always have had real costs. Now that our collective awareness of these costs has been heightened, the scramble to pinpoint, blame, and punish the source of the cost […]
The Comedy Of Thinking We Must Understand Computers
Every so often I get on these odd thought tangents. I usually just let the thoughts run; it reminds me not to take myself too seriously and to stay humble about what I do and don’t know. It is a big part of my job to help business owners understand how technology can incrementally increase […]
What Happened To Honesty As A Pillar Of Good Business?
I am proud of my small town, upper-midwestern upbringing. I grew up hearing “a man’s word is his bond.” I always took that to mean if you can’t deliver, then don’t promise it. A handshake was a good as a written contract. If you fail, you should recognize it and own it. Look for another […]