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The Necessity of Ongoing Change in IT Security

Bob Deasy — Fri, 08 May 2026 18:31:06 +0000

The Myth of ‘Set and Forget’ in IT In the rapidly evolving world of information technology, the idea that a single solution can be implemented and left unchanged is not only outdated but also puts businesses at risk. Technology’s relentless pace means that what worked yesterday may be vulnerable today. This truth is particularly relevant [...]

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Listening, Guiding, Your Business into the future

Bob Deasy — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 21:25:20 +0000

Lead IT Consulting: The Partner Who Listens and Guides Your Business into the Future Executive Summary Understanding the unique and evolving needs of every business is at the heart of Lead IT Consulting’s philosophy. Open, ongoing communication ensures that solutions are always in sync with the client’s development. We reject the limitations of one-size-fits-all, vendor-centric [...]

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One person who knows everything will be too risky

Bob Deasy — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 03:56:23 +0000

Improving Efficiency in Small Businesses In many small businesses, inefficiency often stems from the internal IT staff. When a single IT person is responsible for managing routine technical tasks, troubleshooting issues, and documenting processes, their workload can quickly become overwhelming. This leads to bottlenecks as essential chores lack proper automation, and detailed process documentation is [...]

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A value discussion of squares in a round bowl

Bob Deasy — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 23:37:36 +0000

The familiar saying “you get what you pay for” reflects a common belief: lower‑cost products often deliver lower‑quality results. In many categories this holds true, but in the world of technology—especially end‑user computing devices—the relationship between price and value is more nuanced. Differences in hardware design, use cases, and long‑term durability make it essential for [...]

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One free and simple change for improved security

Bob Deasy — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:10:51 +0000

In this age of constant cybercriminal activity, the threat is ever-changing and challenges every computer user multiple times a day. Securing systems has moved way past the obvious into what might be considered mundane if the attacks were not so successful. What is happening now is that cybercriminals are leveraging behaviors and configurations that, since [...]

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Over twenty years to become the default

Bob Deasy — Mon, 08 Dec 2025 19:12:48 +0000

Twenty years ago, Brendan Eich created JavaScript at Netscape in only ten days, launching what would become the dominant language of the web. Today, JavaScript is the most widely used language worldwide and underpins the vast majority of modern websites, often alongside PHP, C#, and other technologies. An Evolving AI Landscape Artificial intelligence is now [...]

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AI is blazing hot. How to not get burned

Bob Deasy — Mon, 03 Nov 2025 17:30:57 +0000

Good day. Here is a simple test of three AI environments for your consumption. Each has it own value and twist. My goal is to show develop a new process for using these new tools with an understanding of what each is capable of and how they work “under-the-covers.” First, let’s use CoPilot, Gemini, and [...]

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A dive into the demise of the SEO whisperer

Bob Deasy — Mon, 03 Nov 2025 17:21:30 +0000

The timeline of influenced search placement—how search engine results are ranked and impacted by various factors—has undergone significant evolution since the mid-1990s. In the mid-1990s, early search engines employed basic keyword matching and directory-based listings, with minimal strategic control available to website owners. The term “Search Engine Optimization” (SEO) started appearing in 1997. The real [...]

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“Pop up and Think”: Aligning Business Goals with IT Strategy

Bob Deasy — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 22:18:35 +0000

The concept of “pop up and think for a moment” in business IT strategy encourages leaders to step back for a higher-level review rather than getting caught up in day-to-day tactical issues, which can obscure long-term vision and future planning. Aligning expectations realistically—especially in IT projects—is crucial for avoiding failed initiatives and ensuring business success. [...]

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Maximizing IT Security Regardless of Budgets, Revisited AGAIN!

Bob Deasy — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 21:59:36 +0000

Back in March of 2013, I wrote a blog post on IT security and budgets: Maximize IT Security Regardless of Budgets. That article referenced a CIO report and emphasized how businesses could strengthen security even with limited resources. Now, over a decade later, a new CFO study sheds light on what has changed—and what has stayed [...]

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