At Covenant Technology Solutions, we make it a point to stay closely connected with Microsoft. Not just as a solutions partner, but as part of their ongoing conversations around cybersecurity, AI, and digital defense. Microsoft recently released its 2025 Digital Defense Report, which offers a comprehensive overview of how cyber threats are evolving and, more […]
This month, we had the privilege of attending Ultimate Partner Live for the first time. A gathering of some of the brightest minds in the Microsoft and partner ecosystem. We walked in curious and walked out energized and reassured. Reassured that in a world moving at the speed of AI, human skills are still our
Using a VPN? Here’s What You Need to Know If you’ve ever signed up for a commercial VPN because you wanted to “stay safe online,” you’re not alone. Many businesses and individuals believe a VPN is the silver bullet to online privacy and security. Here’s the hard truth: VPNs often create a false sense of
Published by Covenant Technology SolutionsEstimated read time: 3 minutes Enhanced Canary Files: Strengthening Ransomware Defense At Covenant Technology Solutions, protecting your environment is our highest priority. We’re continuously advancing our defenses to ensure our clients stay ahead of evolving cyber threats. This month, we’re rolling out a new security update across our managed environments designed
For more than 65 years, Reliable Credit Association (RCA) has been a trusted name in consumer lending. But by 2017, their leadership knew their IT systems—anchored by an aging mainframe—were holding them back. Security risks were growing, remote work was difficult to support, and future innovation seemed out of reach. They needed more than just
The Final Countdown Has Begun Mark your calendars: October 14, 2025. That’s when Microsoft officially ends all support for Windows 10. This isn’t just another IT milestone—it’s a critical cybersecurity deadline that could impact your business in serious ways. Without a clear plan, organizations risk exposure to ransomware, compliance violations, and costly downtime. Let’s break
Building resilience on and off the pitch with backup, cybersecurity, and future-ready IT Like many organizations using Microsoft 365, the Portland Timbers discovered that Microsoft’s shared responsibility model left important gaps in data protection. While Microsoft guarantees service availability, each organization is responsible for protecting its own data from accidental deletion, malicious activity, or retention
October often marks the start of budget season for companies preparing for a January fiscal year. For technology leaders, this is the moment to set priorities, review existing investments, and align IT with business objectives. But here’s the truth: IT isn’t just about keeping the lights on anymore. Done right, your IT budget becomes a
What Businesses Need to Know Big changes are coming for Windows computers! On October 14, 2025, Microsoft will stop supporting Windows 10. That means no more updates, no security fixes, and more risks for businesses using old computers. At Covenant, we want to help businesses like yours stay safe, productive, and prepared for the future.
Covenant at TAO And Women in Tech Event At Covenant Technology Solutions, Inc., we believe that fostering a more inclusive and diverse tech industry requires action, advocacy, and allyship. That’s why we were proud to have Ryan Choquette and Ruth Carrica represent the Covenant team at the Technology Association of Oregon And Women in Tech
