In today’s IT landscape, more and more managed service providers are being snapped up by private equity firms. On the surface, these deals promise innovation, investment, and national reach. But behind the scenes, the priorities often shift from client success to short-term returns. If your current or prospective MSP is owned by private equity, you…
Making the move to a Managed Services Provider (MSP) should feel like a relief, not a risk. But for many organizations, onboarding with an MSP turns into a fire drill—misaligned expectations, unclear responsibilities, and surprises lurking in the infrastructure. At Secure Data Technologies, we believe every successful MSP relationship begins with a deep dive network…
In today’s hyper-connected world, digital transformation is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. Yet many organizations still struggle to align their IT infrastructure with their business goals. Why? Because they’re building transformation strategies on top of outdated or invisible network foundations. At Secure Data Technologies, we believe the fastest path from vision to velocity starts…
How One Construction Company’s Operations Were Paralyzed by a Preventable Ransomware Attack Background A well-established Midwest general contractor suffered a significant ransomware attack that halted operations for multiple days and exposed serious gaps in its cybersecurity posture. The breach began with a single phishing email and cascaded into a network-wide compromise, highlighting the catastrophic potential…
What Every CEO Needs to Know Before the Next IT Failure Hits You’ve got the vision. Your team’s building momentum. But if IT is your foundation, hidden cracks can slow—or stop—your business in its tracks. At Secure Data Technologies, we help organizations go from Vision to Velocity by making sure unseen technology risks don’t become…
St. Louis, MO – May 30, 2025 — Secure Data Technologies, a leading provider of cybersecurity and IT infrastructure solutions, is proud to announce that it has achieved both the Cisco Secure Networking Solution Specialization and the Cisco Extended Detection and Response (XDR) Solution Specialization in the United States. These designations recognize Secure Data Technologies’…
Knowing when to update your data center network can be challenging. That’s why, in our last blog, we discussed the importance of regular refreshes. Whether you have decided to move forward with a refresh or start the process of building a new one entirely, Secure Data Technologies has teamed up with Cisco to explain the…
IT leadership has evolved beyond ensuring system uptime, ensuring company PCs are functional, and keeping “the bad guys” off the network. Top-tier companies are using technology leadership as a pivotal driver of growth, innovation, improved operational efficiencies, and enhanced customer experience. Harnessing the power of a concise, strategic technological vision helps organizations maintain a competitive…
In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, data centers are the backbone of business operations. They house mission-critical applications, store vast amounts of data, and support seamless connectivity. However, as technology rapidly evolves, data centers can quickly become outdated, leading to performance bottlenecks, security vulnerabilities, and increased operational costs. Regular data center refreshes are essential to maintaining…
St. Louis, MO – March 6, 2025 – Managed Services, Managed Products, Professional IT Services, and Value-Added Hardware Solutions, is proud to announce its expansion into the Kansas City market. With a deep history of delivering innovative, client-focused IT solutions across the Midwest, Secure Data Technologies is bringing its expertise and personalized service to businesses…