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TULSA, OKLAHOMA– January 14, 2025 – Centre Technologies, local full-service IT consulting and managed services provider, has acquired IT services and solutions provider hummingbird.tech in Tulsa, Oklahoma. This acquisition is proof of Centre’s passion to expand their award-winning, local IT services to all businesses in Oklahoma and Texas who value technology and innovation. Hummingbird.tech marks Centre’s 2nd acquisition in Oklahoma.

Imagine this: A small accounting firm faced a ransomware attack that locked them out of their servers for two weeks. Without proper coverage, the costs of restoring operations, compensating clients, and repairing reputational damage would have been devastating. Thankfully, they had cybersecurity insurance. The result? A claims payout covered over $1 million in damages and […]

Selecting the right Managed Services Provider (MSP) is more than outsourcing IT tasks—it’s about finding a partner that aligns with your business goals, supports your growth, and ensures robust security. But with so many options available, how can you tell if an MSP is the right fit for your organization? Here’s a comprehensive guide to […]

Despite the most sophisticated managed cybersecurity services, human error continues to be a leading cause of security breaches. But there’s good news—this vulnerability can be significantly minimized through user training. Although technology is powerful, nothing will ever be as effective as cyber-aware employees who want to protect their company. Learn how to layer managed cybersecurity […]

An Incident Response Plan (IRP) is a cornerstone of your cybersecurity strategy, but having one isn’t enough—it needs to withstand real-world pressure. How can your business ensure that your IRP is effective, your team is prepared, and your systems are resilient? The solution lies in tabletop exercises. In this guide, we’ll explore how tabletop exercises […]

No business—large enterprise or SMB—is immune to the growing risk of cyber threats. With cybercriminals continuously evolving their methods, businesses need more than just advanced security tools. A comprehensive Incident Response Plan (IRP) is essential, helping companies detect, respond to, and recover from breaches quickly, minimizing damage and downtime. For businesses with annual revenues over […]

Scaling up is a top priority for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), but doing so without compromising on security, efficiency, or long-term viability can be a daunting challenge. In today’s fast-evolving digital landscape, SMBs face not only the pressures of growth but also cybersecurity threats and limited budgets.  Managed Service Providers (MSPs) like Hummingbird.tech are […]

Cybersecurity is not just for tech giants; it’s a critical aspect of any small business’s success strategy. With cyberattacks on the rise, the potential damage to business reputation and customer trust can be devastating. According to the Small Business Association, 55% of small and medium-sized businesses have been victims of cyberattacks and 60% of those […]

In today’s rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape, the traditional “castle and moat” approach—where everything inside a company’s network is trusted, and everything outside is seen as a threat—has become outdated.  With the rise of remote work, cloud services, and increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks, businesses need a more adaptive security model. Enter Zero Trust, a modern framework that […]

Just like good driving helps you get major discounts on your car insurance, better cybersecurity can have a positive impact on your cybersecurity insurance requirements and premiums. So what’s the equivalent of the “safe driver discount” in the cybersecurity insurance world? Let’s find out what you can do to lower your premiums. 1. Multi-Factor Authentication […]