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WEEK OF NOVEMBER 18 , 2025

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One View of Security: How Close Can We Actually Get?

Read Time: 4 mins.

You want one clear view of what’s happening across your environment. We all want that. The perfect single pane of glass might not exist, but getting closer to it delivers real value. The reality is that even small improvements in visibility can change the way you defend your organization.

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20251103-MSFT Viva FAQ

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Working Smarter with Viva Insights

Watch time: 2 mins
Viva Insights points out helpful patterns in how you meet, collaborate and focus so you can work with more intention.
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BLOG ARTICLE

Teams Is Included Again...with a Catch

Read time: 3 mins
You now have more choices between bundled and unbundled plans, but price differences and timing still matter at renewal.

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24x7 Security Without the Stress

If your IT team is stretched thin, you don’t need another alert or another dashboard. You need 24x7x365 protection. Without lifting a finger.


Maybe you’re facing:

» Rising cyber insurance premiums

» New compliance requirements

» An incident that exposed security gaps

» A partner who didn't respond fast enough   

 

Our free Managed XDR Discovery Workshop shows you how HBS combines Microsoft Sentinel and Defender with 24x7 U.S.-based SOC expertise to monitor, detect and respond to threats—so you can focus on your business, not your security console.

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Tech Tip

Tis the season...for Holiday scams.
Everyone is busier this time of year—especially cybercriminals. Our free poster shares important tips to keep you secure while shopping.
Here are a few:
  • Using Public WiFi: Use your phone's mobile data instead. 
  • Phishing Emails: Be aware of emails that stress urgency or hard-to-believe deals.
  • Shipping Notices: Don't click links for unexpected shipping notices.
  • Credit Cards: Turn on transaction alerts and enable MFA.

Don't put a bad guy on your gift list this year, check out our holiday shopping poster for more tips for safe shopping.

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Events & Webinars

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Secure Illinois 2025

The third annual Secure Illinois Conference is just a few weeks away on December 3. Spend the day at the College of DuPage connecting with peers and industry experts while exploring the latest in cybersecurity, physical security and IT risk management.

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Command and Connect: Des Moines

Located in Central Iowa? Join HBS, Verkada and ZeroEyes for an evening built around hands-on demos and real conversations about what modern security looks like today.

You’ll see how modern security solutions work together to strengthen safety, improve visibility and simplify building management. All while enjoying good food, good drinks and good company.

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