Archive for author: highstreamsolutions

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Thought Leadership

Are you locking the door but leaving the window open?

Most businesses understand the importance of strong passwords and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). They’re often the first things considered when improving cyber security, and rightly so. But here&#8...

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Staff Spotlight

Meet the Team: Darren Ankers, IT Support Technician

Darren joined the Highstream team in July 2025 as an IT Support Technician. Working alongside Alan, Darren’s role is to support the day to day needs of our customers, responding to incidents and requests...

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Thought Leadership

Let’s talk about backups

For many businesses, backup is something that sits quietly in the background until the day it’s needed. When that day comes, having the right backup strategy can mean the difference between a minor inconv...

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Thought Leadership

Data Governance

Are you in control? Every business relies on data, but are you managing it effectively and efficiently?  Strong data governance helps protect important information and support compliance,and if done...

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Thought Leadership

Data Subject Access Request

DSAR – what is it? A Data Subject Access Request (DSAR) is a legal right under UK GDPR that allows an individual to ask your organisation what personal data you hold about them and to request a copy of...

Cyber-Essentials
Thought Leadership

Does your firm pay for cyber insurance?

Most professional services firms insure their offices, their people, and their income.But there’s one question many business leaders only ask after something goes wrong: “Do we have cyber insurance?” No n...

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Thought Leadership

How Cybersecurity Can Protect Your Business

We’ve all read the news (Weak password allowed hackers to sink a 158-year-old company – BBC News). How can a company that has lasted so long suddenly be taken down? What was done to stop this fr...

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Thought Leadership

The Importance of IT Managed Services for SMEs

In today’s fast-paced business environment, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) face numerous challenges in managing their IT infrastructure. From ensuring data security to maintaining system uptime...

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Success Stories

Helping to Bridge the Digital Divide: Byrne Avenue – A Case Study of Community Empowerment

In an era where digital literacy and access to online resources are crucial for socio-economic participation, bridging the digital divide has become a goal for many communities. This case study highlights a pro...