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When you partner with Deerwood Technologies, you’ll get reliable technology backed by our proactive framework. As a local managed IT and cybersecurity services provider, we work with businesses and government agencies across the upper Midwest.

They Don’t Break In. They Sign In.

Most of the serious breaches we get called into did not start with malware. They started with a correct password. That distinction matters because it changes what you need to be watching.

7 Steps to Make Your Small Business AI-Ready: A Secure AI Implementation Strategy

Key Takeaways In Brief: Why SMBs Need a Deliberate AI Implementation Strategy in 2026 By mid-2026, most SMBs are already using tools like Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, and Google Gemini—often without a formal

Is Your Business Ready for AI? A Practical AI Readiness Assessment for SMBs

Key Takeaways Introduction: Why AI Readiness Matters for SMBs in 2026 Since ChatGPT launched in late 2022, artificial intelligence has moved from enterprise-only technology to mainstream business tools. Microsoft 365 Copilot, Google

Five Security Steps That Can Strengthen Your Cyber Insurance Readiness

Key Takeaways Cyber insurance readiness depends on more than having tools in place. Insurers expect proof, consistency, and documented security practices. Zero Trust principles are increasingly reflected in insurance requirements. Many businesses

What Minnesota Businesses Need to Know About Cyber Insurance

Key Takeaways Cyber insurance providers are increasing requirements due to rising claims and higher losses. Insurers now evaluate real security controls, not just paperwork. Small and midsize businesses (SMBs) are being held

3 Risks Businesses Can Eliminate with 24×7 MDR

Key Takeaways MDR combines continuous monitoring, behavioral detection, and human analysis. Around-the-clock visibility helps eliminate three common risks. MDR enhances rather than replaces existing IT and cybersecurity structures. It supports a layered

Not All MDR Is Created Equal

Key Takeaways 1. MDR quality varies widely. The strength of Managed Detection and Response (MDR) depends on the people, processes, and visibility behind it. 2. Human expertise is essential. Automated tools cannot

Ransomware in 2025: Key Lessons Every SMB Must Know

Ransomware continues to be one of the most persistent cybersecurity challenges for businesses of every size. The newly released Sophos State of Ransomware 2025 Report offers valuable insights into how these attacks

Use the Windows 11 Shift to Strengthen Your Entire Operation

October 14, 2025 marks the official end of Microsoft support for Windows 10. While some businesses may treat this as another IT deadline to put off, strategic organizations are using it as

Business Continuity Planning That Goes Beyond Cybersecurity

When you hear the term business continuity, your mind might jump to ransomware protection, data backups, or server uptime. These are absolutely part of the equation—but they’re not the full story. True

How Risk & Vulnerability Assessments Helps You Stay Secure and Prepared

Know Your Risk. Strengthen Your Business. Every business deserves the confidence that comes from knowing its systems are secure. That starts with understanding your current risk exposure—and that’s exactly what Risk &