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WEEK OF AUGUST 25 , 2025

Firewall Debt newsletter

Are You Sitting on a Pile of Firewall Debt?

Read time: 3 mins.

Many firewalls are weighed down by years of patchwork changes—exceptions, old rules and quick fixes that never got cleaned up. The way forward? Review what's in place, clear out the clutter and design your configuration for true security.

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Ransomware Hit. Operations Stopped. HBS Responded.

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When ransomware struck, Northern Engraving needed immediate expertise. Watch how HBS helped them recover quickly and build resilience.
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BLOG ARTICLE

AI Is Already Changing Manufacturing. Read How.

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Smarter decisions, fewer delays, less waste—that’s what AI is already delivering for manufacturers. Read about how it works in practice right now, and where it’s going next.

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News You Should Know

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HBS Strengthens Microsoft Partnership with Elite Private Cloud Designation

HBS has earned the Microsoft Solutions Partner Designation for Private Cloud, putting us in a small group of partners nationwide with this level of recognition.

What does that mean for our clients? Simply put, we can help you bring the best of Azure into your own data center, protect the workloads that matter most, and keep everything running smoothly. If you’re looking for flexibility, security, and room to grow, we’re here to help you get there.

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What US Organizations Can Learn from Europe's Ransomware Struggles

Ransomware is surging overseas. The question is: when will it hit home? Ransomware infections in Europe are running three to four times higher than in the US—an early warning for American organizations. The takeaway: backups aren’t enough; layered defenses, ruthless patching and transparent incident response are critical to staying resilient.

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End-of-Life Round-Up

Product

EOL Date

Time Remaining

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Windows 10

Oct. 14, 2025

7 weeks

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Office 2016/2019

Oct. 14, 2025

7 weeks

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SQL Server 2016
Ext. support

July 14, 2026

11 Months

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Dynamics GP

Sept. 30, 2029

4 Years, 1 month

Events & Webinars

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Secure Iowa is only a week away! It’s a day for security leaders from across the Midwest to come together, share ideas, ask questions and learn from each other. Our agenda is packed with practical sessions, real conversations and strategies you can bring back to your team. We can't wait to see you there!

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