Insights from the TMT IT Sales & Marketing Boot Camp
Most small to mid-sized business owners aren’t thinking about cyber threats at 2AM—but cybercriminals are.
In our latest episode of Stimulus Tech Talk, we went live from the TMT IT Sales and Marketing Boot Camp, where we interviewed some of the most innovative IT vendors serving the MSP space. These conversations revealed what every business leader needs to know about staying protected in today’s threat landscape—and what tools are truly moving the needle.
If you run a growing company and want your technology to actually support your goals (instead of creating new headaches), keep reading.
“Most threats happen at 2 AM.”
That quote from our CEO, Nathan Whittacre, hits hard—and it’s backed by data. Modern attacks don’t wait for office hours. They hide in your systems, often for days or weeks before launching.
What That Means for You:
If your IT support isn’t watching 24/7, your business is vulnerable.
What You Need:
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Real-time threat detection
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Endpoint isolation before damage spreads
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Identity and OAuth monitoring
This is exactly what solutions like Huntress deliver—and why SMBs can’t rely on “reactive IT” anymore.
Cloud Services Without the Cloud Costs
Many SMBs move to Azure or Microsoft 365, but without the right management tools, costs spiral and security gaps widen.
That’s where Nerdio comes in.
Why Nerdio Matters:
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Auto-scaling: Turn off cloud services when not in use
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Up to 80% cost savings
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Built-in security hardening (CIS-compliant)
Smart cloud tools give you flexibility without breaking the budget.
Backup That Actually Saves Your Business
Traditional backups don’t cut it anymore. Ransomware can target your backups—and most SMBs don’t realize how vulnerable they are.
Enter Axcient.
Axcient’s Key Features:
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Air gap protection to stop data deletion
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Direct-to-cloud backup—no hardware required
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Office 365 & Google Workspace coverage, even Teams chats
Backup should be more than a checkbox—it should be your safety net.
IT That Prevents Problems Before They Start
Why wait for problems to show up?
With vendors like Ninja One and ScalePad, prevention becomes part of your daily IT routine.
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Ninja One: AI-powered patching that avoids known bad updates (like PrintNightmare)
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ScalePad: Reports on outdated hardware + Windows 11 readiness assessments
Less downtime. Better planning. More peace of mind.
Don’t Guess on Cybersecurity—Prove It
Galactic Advisors shared how most SMBs don't realize they’re exposed until it’s too late. Cyber insurance, compliance, and even lawsuits now demand proof that you’ve done everything right.
Their advice?
✔️Regular penetration tests
✔️ Vendor security reviews
✔️Documentation that holds up in court
It’s not about “checking the box.” It’s about reducing real risk.
Final Thoughts:
This wasn’t just another IT conference. The TMT Boot Camp was a behind-the-scenes look at how real businesses are using technology to:
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Protect their systems
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Control costs
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Grow with confidence
And in our newest Stimulus Tech Talk episode, we brought those insights directly to you.
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Let’s make sure your systems are ready before the next threat strikes.
