Welcome back to our “IT Fundamentals for Power Plant Operators” series! In our first post, we tackled the crucial topic of cybersecurity. Today, we’re diving into the heart of power plant operations – Control System Basics. These are the brain and nervous system of your plant, constantly monitoring and adjusting to keep everything running smoothly....
Because Genieall works with many companies in the energy space, we thought we’d add a post about specifically for power plant operators, those hard working folks that help keep our lights on and our computers buzzing. So here it is: cybersecurity basics for power plant operators! Welcome to the first in a three-part series designed...
Selecting the right MSP is vital for your IT infrastructure’s smooth operation and security. Here are the top 10 factors of “How to choose a managed service provider.” Comprehensive Services Ensure the MSP offers a wide suite of services aligned with your needs. 24/7 Monitoring and Support Help Desk Support With Defined Response Times Network...
Not too long ago, for most Microsoft centric organizations, file storage was an easy and obvious solution: a fileserver housed on-premises. At that time the largest questions revolved around the nature of redundancy and back-up of this resource. As IT professionals we responded to these challenges with redundant power supplies, network interfaces, and disks. Obviously,...
Genieall Recognized in Cloudtango’s MSP Select Awards for Excellence in Managed IT Services Toronto, ON — Genieall is proud to announce its recognition in Cloudtango’s MSP Select Awards, an annual program that honors the most successful Managed Service Providers (MSPs) in Canada. Each year, the MSP Select list highlights organizations that demonstrate technical excellence, innovation,...
In today’s interconnected world, the energy sector faces an ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats. While many energy companies operating in North America are familiar with the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Security Integration Plan (SIP) standards, which govern the Bulk Electric System (BES), the reality is that numerous organizations manage assets on a global...
When you need to add an email address to your organization and are not looking to pay for a new named account (such as when a new employee starts) you can do so by adding an Alias, a Distribution List, or a Shared Mailbox. Each serves a unique purpose, so how do they differ, and...
Protecting Your Most Sensitive Data: Why Zero Trust and Deception Technology Matter Cybersecurity is evolving fast, and one strategy leading the way is Zero Trust. Unlike old-school perimeter defenses that act like a single fortress wall, Zero Trust protects every resource inside your network. Think of traditional security as a medieval castle with a moat....
You’ve probably seen the famous Gartner Hype Cycle—a curve that illustrates the stages of technology adoption. This concept doesn’t just apply to new tech; it also appears in the Managed Service Provider (MSP) business. Let’s explore how this curve shows up in your relationship with an IT services provider.
Businesses consider risk from many points of view: strategic, financial, compliance, and reputational. One common thread of risk throughout is cybersecurity risk. Unfortunately, cyber threats continuously increase and permeate every facet of the modern digital organization. Businesses must take proactive steps to protect their sensitive data and assets from cybercriminals. This article provides a simplified...