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About Kristy Mossoian

Red Level's Marketing Manager

Boosting Engagement in SharePoint

Microsoft is enhancing SharePoint to help organizations create more engaging and visually stunning digital experiences. From branding to image and video editing, the focus is on elevating every aspect of site design. With features like the Brand Center and advanced editing tools, creative teams have full control over their content, ensuring it looks its best. Content is the most effective when it’s discoverable right in the flow of work. Customers rely on SharePoint not only to create content but to help generate engagement and reach the right audiences. With features like News, SharePoint in Teams, and Microsoft Viva, Microsoft is making it easier than ever to reach your audience and foster meaningful engagement within your organization. Generate Engagement SharePoint isn't just about creating content—it's about making sure that content gets noticed and engages the right audience. Microsoft has developed various features to help you achieve this: SharePoint in Microsoft Outlook ...

2024-08-30T12:58:28+00:00

Global Standstill: Navigating the Chaos of a CrowdStrike Outage with Managed IT Services

Reliance on technology for business operations cannot be overstated. However, this dependency also exposes businesses to vulnerabilities, especially when critical services experience outages. The recent outage at CrowdStrike, a leader in cloud-delivered endpoint and cloud workload protection, is a prime example. This situation underscores the importance of having a robust, Managed IT Services partner. Here’s why: 1.  Proactive Monitoring and Quick Response Managed IT Services ensure continuous monitoring of your business's IT infrastructure. This proactive approach means that in events like the CrowdStike outage, our team is already aware and ready to respond immediately. This quick action can mitigate potential risks and minimize downtime. 2. Expertise and Experience At Red Level, our skilled professionals possess the expertise and experience to handle unexpected scenarios. They can navigate the complexities of a cybersecurity product outage, ensuring that your business has the necessary workarounds and maintains its security posture even when primary defenses ...

2024-07-25T19:37:59+00:00

Top 5 Reasons You Need a Cloud RMM Solution

Cloud-based Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) solutions have emerged as essential tools for achieving this goal. Here are the top five reasons why your organization should consider adopting a cloud RMM solution: 1. Enhanced Remote Capabilities With businesses adopting remote and hybrid work models, the ability to manage IT assets from any location is more important than ever. A cloud RMM solution enables IT teams to monitor and manage systems remotely, ensuring seamless operations regardless of geographical boundaries. This capability not only boosts productivity but also helps maintain business continuity during unforeseen disruptions. 2. Scalability and Flexibility Cloud RMM solutions offer unparalleled scalability and flexibility, allowing businesses to adjust their IT management resources based on current needs easily. Whether you’re scaling up operations or need to pull back, cloud RMM can accommodate these changes without requiring significant hardware investments or adjustments in your IT infrastructure. This scalability ensures that your ...

2024-07-15T17:29:18+00:00

Elevate SharePoint Contant for Dynamic Experiences

Microsoft is enhancing SharePoint to help organizations create more engaging and visually stunning digital experiences. From branding to image and video editing, the focus is on elevating every aspect of site design. With features like the Brand Center and advanced editing tools, creative teams have full control over their content, ensuring it looks its best. Compelling Content Microsoft is enhancing SharePoint to help you create more engaging and visually stunning digital experiences. These updates focus on elevating every aspect of site design, including branding, typography, layout, images, and animations. This new design experience is based on the Microsoft Fluent Design System and will seamlessly integrate over time. Introducing the Brand Center The new Brand Center in SharePoint allows you to define fonts, colors, logos, and other design elements that represent your organization's identity. You can easily apply these branding elements across multiple sites, ensuring consistency and alignment with your brand ...

2024-06-26T18:37:47+00:00

Mastering SharePoint with Copilot

We're thrilled to introduce Copilot, Microsoft’s biggest leap forward in 22 years. Copilot combines advanced technology with your data, making it easier than ever to create top-notch SharePoint sites and pages. Simply describe what you want, and it'll guide you through the process while maintaining a focus on security and privacy. But that's not all! Copilot also transforms your existing content into eye-catching SharePoint pages, saving you time and effort. Plus, it seamlessly integrates with your organization's branding, ensuring consistency across all sites. Simpler Authoring with Copilot SharePoint has always aimed to make creating and managing sites easier for its users. We also understand that starting from scratch and collaborating with others can be challenging. That's why we're excited to introduce Copilot in SharePoint. Copilot combines advanced technology with your data to help you create SharePoint sites and pages by describing what you want. It uses language models and your ...

2024-06-26T18:38:27+00:00

20 Reasons to Choose Red Level for Your IT Solutions

As we celebrate our 20th anniversary at Red Level, we're proud to reflect on our journey and the milestones that make us a leading provider of IT solutions. Here are 20 reasons why partnering with Red Level is a great choice for your business: Two Decades of Experience: We've been in the IT industry for 20 years, continually evolving and adapting to new technologies Expert Team: Our team consists of certified experts who are passionate about technology and customer service. Comprehensive IT Solutions: We offer a full range of IT services, from cloud services to advanced cybersecurity measures, all tailored to meet your specific business needs. Award-Winning Services: Our consistent delivery of high-quality services has earned us multiple industry award, underscoring our commitment to excellence. Proactive Support:  We offer 24/7 monitoring and proactive support to ensure your organization is always running smoothly. Customized Strategies:  Each client is unique, and we provide ...

2024-06-26T18:47:12+00:00

Unlocking SharePoint with AI-Powered Innovations

It’s no secret that SharePoint adoption is soaring. According to Microsoft, customers are adding over 200 petabytes of content monthly. This growth underscores SharePoint's role as the go-to platform for organizations seeking flexibility, scalability, and innovation in their digital workspace. SharePoint is also undergoing several exciting enhancements to simplify the authoring experience, make content more compelling, deepen engagement, and make the platform more flexible. The following four themes summarize these upcoming SharePoint innovations. Simpler Authoring with Copilot Microsoft is introducing Copilot in SharePoint, a revolutionary tool that leverages natural language and AI to streamline site page authoring. With Copilot, organizations will create SharePoint pages faster and easier than ever before. Collaborating in real-time with colleagues will be seamless, enhancing productivity across your organization. Compelling Content with Visual Updates Prepare to elevate your content with a major aesthetic update to SharePoint. SharePoint’s new design capabilities will empower organizations to craft visually ...

2024-05-16T13:33:08+00:00

Transition from Stream (Classic) to Stream (on SharePoint): A Comprehensive Guide

Significant changes are on the horizon for users of Microsoft Stream, the video management solution within the suite. Effective April 15, 2024, Microsoft will retire Stream (Classic) to Stream (on SharePoint). This transition is not just a mere update but a transformative shift towards a more efficient way of managing and sharing videos within Microsoft 365 Why the Shift? Stream (on SharePoint) is designed to enhance collaboration and accessibility, allowing users to manage videos as easily as they would any other file across Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive. The integration is a step forward in making video content more accessible and manageable within organizations, creating a central hub for uploading, sharing, discovering, and interacting. Preparing for the Transition To ensure a smooth transition, organizations must take a proactive step to prepare for the retirement of Stream (Classic). Here's a comprehensive guide on what needs to be done: Audit Your Video Collection: Begin ...

2024-03-06T19:36:57+00:00

Red Level Recognized on CRN’s 2024 Managed Service Provider 500 List

CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named Red Level to its Managed Service Provider 500 list in the Pioneer 250 category. CRN creates the MSP 500 list to guide and recognize top Managed Service Providers. MSPs play a crucial role in supporting businesses by enhancing efficiency, simplifying IT solutions, and optimizing return on investment. Red Level earned its place on the 2024 MSP 500 list for delivering innovative managed services. These services solve complex challenges for small and medium-sized businesses. The company excels in client success through strategic IT planning and a proactive approach to managing IT risks. By leveraging technology, Red Level drives business transformation and fuels significant growth. This success sets new standards for excellence in the MSP sector. David King, CEO of Red Level, said, “Being named to CRN’s MSP 500 list for the 8th year shows our team's hard work and dedication. At Red ...

2024-08-30T13:58:13+00:00

Mother of All Breaches: Unprecedented Data Breach Alert

Data breaches are becoming alarmingly common. The recent "Mother of All Breaches" highlights the critical need for robust data breach protection. Over 26 billion records from platforms like X, LinkedIn, and Dropbox were compromised, exposing the vulnerabilities in our digital security frameworks. This breach serves as a wake-up call for both individuals and organizations. Understanding the Breach This massive data leak affected millions worldwide. It underscores the urgent need for effective cybersecurity measures. Personal information, sensitive data, and confidential communications were exposed, putting countless users at risk of identity theft, fraud, and severe privacy violations. As a result, the importance of data breach protection has never been clearer. Immediate Steps to Take If you suspect your data was compromised, take immediate steps to protect yourself: Change your passwords now. Ensure they are strong and unique. Enable two-factor authentication on all accounts. Monitor your accounts closely for any unusual activity. These ...

2024-08-30T14:05:12+00:00