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Holiday Cybersecurity: Can Your Business Survive the Holidays Without You?

The holidays are supposed to be the time of year when you finally unplug. But for many small and mid-sized business owners, the reality looks more like this: You are on "vacation" but secretly checking …

Thanksgiving Tech Tips: What to Ask Your “IT Person” to Help With (and What to Leave to the Pros)

Thanksgiving usually means food, family… and that one relative who becomes the unofficial IT help desk the moment they walk in the door. If you’re the tech-savvy person, you know how it goes: “While you’re …

What Happens If Your IT Person Disappears Tomorrow?

If you’re like most small and mid-sized businesses, there’s one person everyone turns to when anything breaks: “Ask our IT person—they’ll know.” It feels convenient… until you ask a tougher question: What happens if that …

What the 4x4x48 Challenge Taught Me About Year-End Cybersecurity Risks (A CEO’s Perspective)

By Nathan Whittacre Founder & CEO, Stimulus Technologies Veteran IT strategist with 30+ years’ experience helping 800+ businesses—from SMBs to government—leverage technology for growth. MIT-certified in AI for Business Strategy, cybersecurity expert, and author of …

Who Owns Your IT? (And Why It Matters More Than You Think)

Many small businesses hand off their IT responsibilities to someone on staff who is "good with computers." It seems like a quick solution, but over time, this decision can lead to serious problems. If your …

Is Your Business Cybersecurity Ready for 2026? 5 Critical Steps to Take Now

Cyber threats are evolving—and small businesses are no longer flying under the radar. In the latest episode of Stimulus Tech Talk, Nathan Whittacre, CEO of Stimulus Technologies, shares why now is the time for SMBs …

Hoʻoikaika: Building IT Resilience That Finishes What It Starts

By Nathan Whittacre Founder & CEO, Stimulus Technologies Veteran IT strategist with 30+ years’ experience helping 800+ businesses—from SMBs to government—leverage technology for growth. MIT-certified in AI for Business Strategy, cybersecurity expert, and author of …

What We Learned in Technology in 2025 and How to Prepare for 2026

If 2024 was the year everyone talked about artificial intelligence, 2025 was the year businesses actually started using it. From productivity tools to customer support, AI became a real part of everyday operations, not just …

The Hidden Risk of Ignoring Your Digital Footprint

Your digital footprint is more than just what you post online  it’s every trace of information connected to your name, business, and brand. Ignoring it can leave personal data exposed, damage your reputation, and even …

Is Your Technology Ready for 2026?

A Year-End IT Checklist for Business Owners As we approach the end of the year, many business owners are focused on budgeting, planning, and closing out projects. But there is one area that often gets …