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The final weeks of summer break are here and it means it's time for businesses to prepare for a busy season ahead. Having strong IT support and systems is crucial to ensure everything runs smoothly. Learn about our IT services and how we can help your business thrive in the upcoming busy season. https://hubs.ly/Q02JGkL-0

The UDI team will be at the CFMA Louisiana Construction Conference next week at the Higgins Hotel in New Orleans! Swing by our table, pick up some goodies, and learn how our IT services and cybersecurity solutions can help your business. 🔐

🎉 Big Congratulations to our Project Coordinator, Sara! 🎉

Sara has just earned her Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification, a highly prestigious certification in the project management profession. This achievement speaks volumes about her dedication and expertise. Well done, Sara!

Think of a magnifying glass revealing every hidden detail. That's precisely what a cyber risk assessment does for your business. It highlights overlooked vulnerabilities, giving you a clear view of potential risks. These assessments are crucial for enhancing security, maintaining compliance, and safeguarding your reputation.

Our unique approach? We can conduct these assessments without requiring any credentials from your business, ensuring a smooth and secure process. Learn more and schedule a cyber risk assessment here:

Schedule a Cyber Risk Assessment Are you absolutely sure your network is secure? Take a closer look with our cyber risk assessment for New Orleans businesses.

Nothing beats the summer heat like a cool treat! Droopy's Snowballs stopped by the UDI office to serve snowballs to our team. It was the perfect way to cool down, recharge, and have a nice break talking to co-workers. It's moments like these that highlight our incredible company culture.

Congratulations to Anna, who has been named UDI's Employee of the Month for July! 🎉

Network cables can become a tangled mess over time. Clean and organized cabling is crucial for efficient operations. A neat setup means techs can quickly locate wires and resolve IT issues fast, ensuring your business and hardware run smoothly. As part of our managed IT services, we come on in and tidy up your cabling. Learn more about our managed services here: https://hubs.ly/Q02HhGGp0

Crowdstrike's recent software update has caused significant issues, crashing Microsoft Windows-based workstations and servers. Rest assured, this does not affect UDI or our clients directly. However, it might impact other services you depend on. If you need any assistance or have concerns, please contact us at 504-934-7100 or email [email protected]. We're here to keep your business running smoothly.

A major tech outage disrupted airlines, banks, health services and other businesses globally on Friday. The chaos affecting Microsoft Windows devices was attributed to a software update at cybersecurity company CrowdStrike, with CEO George Kurtz writing on LinkedIn that it was "not a security incident or cyberattack" and they have "resolved the issue."

Global tech outage live updates: Flights grounded and offices hit as internet users face disruptions Cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike said that the issue believed to be behind the outage was not a security incident or cyberattack.

🎉 Flashback Friday! 🎉

Looking back at our 40th anniversary party brings back so many great memories. For over 40 years, we've been the trusted IT partner for businesses, providing top-notch technology solutions and support.

Here's to the next 40 years of innovation, growth, and partnership. Thank you to everyone who has been a part of the UDI journey.

Thinking about moving your business to the cloud?

Check out our ebook: "Everything You Need to Know About Cloud Services." It’s packed with insights that are crucial for any business aiming to leverage the power of cloud technology. Whether you're looking to enhance scalability or improve security, this ebook has got you covered.

📥 Download now to learn the benefits of cloud services for your business. https://hubs.ly/Q02Gqv2D0

🔒 Save the Date! 🔒

Join us on October 4, 2024, at the National WWII Museum for an insightful Cybersecurity Panel Event!

Featuring cybersecurity experts from:
- Louisiana State Police Cyber Crimes Unit
- Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office Economic Crimes Division
- Fortinet
- Blackpoint Cyber

This is a unique opportunity for IT leaders and businesses to learn best practices in defending against cyber threats.

We're thrilled to share this glowing review of Freddy's customer service and IT support. A huge thank you to our clients for taking the time to share your feedback. Your feedback motivates us to continue striving for excellence.

Ransomware is becoming more prevalent every day. Security is not just a priority. It's a necessity. We've put together an offensive checklist against ransomware to help you keep your data safe. Download it now and ensure your business is protected. https://hubs.ly/Q02GsWFY0

AT&T suffered a major data breach impacting millions of customers. The stolen data contains phone numbers of both cellular and landline customers, as well as AT&T records of calls and text messages. The phone giant said they will notify millions of customers of the data breach.

Steps to take if you're affected:
- Change your passwords
- Enable multi-factor authentication
- Monitor your accounts and financial statements for suspicious activity

AT&T says criminals stole phone records of 'nearly all' customers in new data breach | TechCrunch The stolen data includes 110 million AT&T customer phone numbers, calling and text records, and some location-related data.

Know a business that can benefit from our IT services? Our referral program is here to reward you. Now you can earn amazing rewards when your referral:
💼 Takes a meeting with us
💻 Becomes a managed services client

It's super simple: Share the love and get rewarded! 💰

Learn more here: https://hubs.ly/Q02G4-pH0

Congratulations to our incredible intern, Lexi Reed! 🎉

This afternoon, Lexi graduated from her Greater New Orleans, Inc. (GNO, Inc.) Innovation Internship, and we couldn't be prouder.

Lexi has been an invaluable part of our team this summer, bringing her dedication, energy, and fresh perspectives to every project she touched. Her contributions have truly made a difference, and we are grateful for her hard work.

A huge benefit of Microsoft 365 is the number of productivity tools and security features that are included. Unfortunately, because there are so many tools, it can feel a bit overwhelming. For this reason, many businesses opt for using only a few Office products and email.

Here are a few benefits that get our clients excited when we talk about them for the first time. We help businesses maximize the value of their M365 subscription. Contact us to learn how we can help you streamline operations by tapping into Microsoft tools that you may already have. https://hubs.ly/Q02G5YmR0

Due to cellular network outages in the area, UDI may not be receiving calls from some providers. If you are a customer in need of IT support and unable to get through by phone, please email [email protected]. Our support team is ready to help resolve your IT issues.

A special thank you gift for a customer who left us a wonderful review. It means a lot to us when we receive feedback and fuels our commitment to deliver the best service. We're grateful for the trust and support of our amazing clients. 💙

Are you confident your business can withstand a cyberattack?

We've put together a checklist to help you strengthen your defenses:
**15 Ways to Protect Your Business from a Cyberattack**

Download it to ensure your business stays secure and resilient against cyber threats. https://hubs.ly/Q02FBMLl0

In a continuous effort to enhance security, Microsoft has begun rolling out enabled security defaults to all serviced customers globally. They stated this will begin with customers who do not have conditional access applied. With this rollout, Microsoft is now enforcing multi-factor authentication (MFA) to boost security across its services. This change means extra steps to verify your identity, ensuring your information stays secure from cyber threats. Learn more here: https://hubs.ly/Q02DN5gF0

Planning to travel this summer for vacation or work? Don't forget to prioritize your cybersecurity while traveling. Check out our blog post for essential tips on how to stay safe online. https://hubs.ly/Q02DN72-0

The UDI team came together last week to celebrate the Fourth of July early. We had fantastic BBQ, ice cream, and great company. Greateful to work with such a wonderful team. Have a Happy Fourth of July!

As we get deeper into hurricane season, it's crucial for businesses to prepare. We've put together a hurricane preparedness checklist for your technology. Stay safe and stay connected with our hurricane preparedness tips. Get the checklist here: https://hubs.ly/Q02F1YvY0

We would love to hear from our clients about their experience with our IT services. If you’d like to share your feedback, please take a moment to leave us a Google review. Your feedback helps us grow and serve you better. Click here to leave a review: https://hubs.ly/Q02DN5JR0

Thank you for making Universal Data your trusted IT partner.