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Creating an Incident Response Plan

Creating an incident response plan is critical for the stability of any organization, and setting one up does not have to be stressful with these tips.

Business Continuity, Incident Response, Organizational Resilience, Policies

Microsoft 365 Copilot Business: AI Built for Small and Midsize Teams

Microsoft 365 Copilot Business brings secure AI into Microsoft 365 for teams under 300 users. See pricing, promos, bundles and how to get started with HBS.

AI, Copilot, Licensing, Microsoft

How to Stop AI From Repeating Itself

AI repeating the same suggestions can stall work. Learn how to break AI suggestion loops using reframing, structured reasoning, micro tasks and better context.

AI, Copilot, Productivity

Securing AI Identities: Why Lifecycle Management Is the Next Frontier of IAM

AI agents are changing identity security. Learn why lifecycle management is the next frontier of IAM and how to protect people, data and processes in the AI era.

AI, Identity Access Management, Security

Why You Need a Data Flow Diagram (DFD)—and How to Create One

Data flow diagrams (DFDs) reveal risks, simplify complex systems, and enhance security. We'll show you step-by-step guidance so you can create your own DFD.

Cybersecurity, Data, Data Security

Rethinking VDI? Why Azure Virtual Desktop Could Be Your Answer

VMware pricing changes have made traditional VDI harder to justify. Learn how Azure Virtual Desktop delivers secure desktops without managing infrastructure.

Azure, Infrastructure, Virtualization, VMware

Building a Responsible AI Framework for K-12 Schools

An AI framework built for K–12 education. Explore how schools can implement AI responsibly while protecting students, data and instructional integrity.

AI, Education, Policies, Schools

SMiShing Attacks: How to Identify and Respond

Here are just a few ways to respond to attacks, including actionable steps to lower your risk and ensure personal, private information is never leaked.

Cybersecurity, Education, Phishing, Ransomware

Decide Where AI Workloads Belong: Cloud, On Premise, or Hybrid

Deciding where AI workloads belong—cloud, on-prem, or hybrid—shapes speed, cost, and compliance. Learn the tradeoffs and a simple framework to choose.

AI, Cloud, Hybrid, Infrastructure

IT Strategy Roadmap: Why Every Business Needs One

Struggling with IT alignment, security, and innovation? An IT strategy roadmap means optimize resources, scalable business growth, and digital transformation.

IT Leadership

Broadcom Ends VMware Standard and Enterprise Plus: What’s Next for You

Broadcom has ended VMware vSphere Standard and Enterprise Plus sales. Learn your renewal, migration and modernization options before your license expires.

Licensing, Virtualization, VMware

Year-End ERP Checklist for Dynamics GP

Prepare for a smooth year-end close in Dynamics GP. See key steps, GP 18.8 updates and how HBS helps your team close cleanly and confidently.

Dynamics 365, ERP

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