In an era where data is the new currency, the significance of robust cybersecurity strategy cannot be overstated. Cyber security measures go beyond being a mere defense mechanism against threats; they serves as a strategic investment that strengthens businesses, safeguarding them from potential disasters.

Let's explore three essential advantages that highlight the pivotal role of cybersecurity in securing the longevity and success of any organization.

In the fast-paced realm of business, where every second counts, optimizing connectivity is a strategic move that can significantly enhance business productivity. As your organization grows, so do your connectivity requirements.

For TeamIFB, the provision of connectivity solutions for business customers has been the very essence of our business for more than 28 years. With an increasing need for fast and reliable business connectivity solutions, IFB is playing a key role for businesses in Aberdeen and the wider UK by providing a wide range of flexible and reliable connectivity options.

The telecom landscape is on the verge of a significant transformation with the looming ISDN shutdown scheduled for 2025. In an effort to modernise and improve telecommunications infrastructure, many countries have decided to phase out ISDN lines.

For businesses, this represents both a challenge and a valuable opportunity to switch to more advanced and versatile communication solutions like hosted voice, also known as VoIP.

In today's interconnected world, cyber security is a crucial aspect that all businesses, regardless of their size, must prioritise.

While larger companies often have robust security measures in place, it is the smaller ones that are more vulnerable to cyber attacks.

Cyber criminals are becoming more sophisticated, targeting businesses of all sizes and industries. The consequences of a successful cyber attack can be devastating for SMEs, leading to financial loss, reputational damage, and even the closure of the business.

Connectivity, cyber security and IT Service provider IFB, has recently been awarded a 300k contract to deliver and support a full fibre network and high-capacity hardware to nearly 50 key Aberdeen City Council (ACC) education locations.

The agreement – in partnership with leading Cloud, IT, and network services provider EXPO.e – means ACC now have access to multi-gigabit speeds between key locations allowing them to future-proof the delivery of critical services across schools and educational resources across the city.

IFB, has made 4 new appointments as it continues to invest in customer-focused services and growth.

Derek Watson – takes on the role of Finance Manager, Kevin Reid joins as a Senior Network Engineer, Jessica Newton as Business Support Administrator and Kieran Jamieson as 1st Line Support Engineer.

Graeme Gordon, IFB CEO, commented: “I am delighted to welcome this new pool of talent onboard, they are joining our existing highly experienced team which means that we continue to be best placed to support businesses and organisations of any size.

Aberdeen-based business IT Services provider, IFB, is proud to announce its acceptance to the Trusted Partner scheme established by the Cyber and Fraud Centre Scotland.

This recognition, also endorsed by Police Scotland, reinforces IFB's commitment to providing the highest standards of Cyber Security services which they deliver and support for businesses and organisations.

IFB’s CEO Graeme Gordon commented. “We work with organisations and businesses to deliver the benefits of improved security and where needed achieving certification, IFB believes that no organisation is too small to do this.

There is a lot of change in the comms market right now, with analogue line services being switched off in 2025 gathering a lot of attention – hence in part a lot of investment in Fullfibre services – IFB do these too...
 
However, there is a more pending and major change happening in the mobile market that you might not be aware of - and that’s the switch off of 3G networks starting in February 2023. The impact this is going to have when it comes to continuity of service, costs and security is massive for many companies who use these services.