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[ Categories ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories "Categories") [ Tags ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags "Tags") [ Categories: All Categories ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/javascript:void(0); "Categories") Search...Suggested keywords [ x ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/javascript:void(0);) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Is Your Business Paying for Subscriptions It Doesn’t Even Use?](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/is-your-business-paying-for-subscriptions-it-doesn-t-even-use) Monday, 01 September 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog) [Business](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/business) [ ![Is Your Business Paying for Subscriptions It Doesn’t Even Use?](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/September_2025/09-01-25/b2ap3_large_SaaSSprawl_449825791_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/is-your-business-paying-for-subscriptions-it-doesn-t-even-use "Is Your Business Paying for Subscriptions It Doesn’t Even Use?") Do you have your finger on the pulse of your business’ subscriptions? Not many business owners do, and it can negatively impact operations and budget lines. This tech sprawl can get out of control, which is why your business needs a plan to combat it. Thankfully, we’re here to help you get your subscriptions under control… both the known and the unknown. Tags: [Business](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/business) [Software](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/software) [Saving Money](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/saving-money) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/is-your-business-paying-for-subscriptions-it-doesn-t-even-use#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/is-your-business-paying-for-subscriptions-it-doesn-t-even-use) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [This Is Why You Can’t Rely on Local Backups](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/this-is-why-you-can-t-rely-on-local-backups) Friday, 29 August 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/best-practices) [ ![This Is Why You Can’t Rely on Local Backups](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/August_2025/08-29-25/b2ap3_large_local-backup_1575170851_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/this-is-why-you-can-t-rely-on-local-backups "This Is Why You Can’t Rely on Local Backups") A backup is mandatory for any business, but not all backups are the same. You’ll want to be prepared for more than just a simple server crash; you’ll need geographical redundancy that can protect your business even in the face of disasters that destroy your servers or physical location. Yes, local backups are helpful, but you’ll need the power of geographical redundancy to overcome the most horrific disasters that could strike your business. Tags: [Disaster Recovery](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/disaster-recovery) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/best-practices) [Data](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/data) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/this-is-why-you-can-t-rely-on-local-backups#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/this-is-why-you-can-t-rely-on-local-backups) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Still on Windows 10? You're Taking a Bigger Risk Than You Realize](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/still-on-windows-10-you-re-taking-a-bigger-risk-than-you-realize) Thursday, 28 August 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog) [Newsletter](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/newsletter-content) [ ![Still on Windows 10? You're Taking a Bigger Risk Than You Realize](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/September_2025_Newsletters/1.0/b2ap3_large_EndofLife_1073847924_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/still-on-windows-10-you-re-taking-a-bigger-risk-than-you-realize "Still on Windows 10? You're Taking a Bigger Risk Than You Realize") The end of [Windows 10 support](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/windows-10-support-ends-on-october-14-2025-2ca8b313-1946-43d3-b55c-2b95b107f281#:~:text=As%20a%20reminder%2C%20Windows%2010,one%20that%20supports%20Windows%2011.) is closer than you think. On October 14, 2025, Microsoft will officially stop providing free security updates, non-security updates, and assisted support for Windows 10. For businesses, this isn't just a minor inconvenience—it's a critical security and operational risk that demands immediate attention. Tags: [Windows](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/windows) [Upgrade](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/upgrade) [Current Events](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/current-events) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/still-on-windows-10-you-re-taking-a-bigger-risk-than-you-realize#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/still-on-windows-10-you-re-taking-a-bigger-risk-than-you-realize) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [The 4 Most Common Security Threats (And How to Face Them)](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/the-4-most-common-security-threats-and-how-to-face-them) Wednesday, 27 August 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/security) [ ![The 4 Most Common Security Threats (And How to Face Them)](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/August_2025/08-27-25/b2ap3_large_security-threats_1283414765_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/the-4-most-common-security-threats-and-how-to-face-them "The 4 Most Common Security Threats (And How to Face Them)") Business owners like you are constantly worried about cybersecurity, and with attacks growing more persistent and sophisticated over time, it’s no wonder companies are taking it more seriously than ever before. Today, we want to highlight the four most common types of threats you’ll see and what you can do to protect yourself from them. Tags: [Business](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/business) [Hackers](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/hackers) [Security](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/tags/security) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/the-4-most-common-security-threats-and-how-to-face-them#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/the-4-most-common-security-threats-and-how-to-face-them) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Growth By Acquisition Can Be Smart, but Watch Out for IT Traps](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/growth-by-acquisition-can-be-smart-but-watch-out-for-it-traps) Monday, 25 August 2025 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/blog) [Business](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/categories/business) [ ![Growth By Acquisition Can Be Smart, but Watch Out for IT Traps](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/images/easyblog_shared/August_2025/08-25-25/b2ap3_large_Acquisition_597660861_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.directivesites.com/blog/growth-by-acquisition-can-be-smart-but-watch-out-for-it-traps "Growth By Acquisition Can Be Smart, but Watch Out for IT Traps") Acquiring a competitor can be a rewarding and profitable move, but it's crucial to inspect their technology to avoid any unwelcome surprises. A thorough IT audit helps you understand what you're getting and prevents a valuable investment from becoming a money pit. Let’s take a look at some of the things you need to assess before agreeing to take on growth through an acquisition. 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