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A trade war and tariffs have become significant concerns for businesses. The implications of these economic conflicts are far-reaching, affecting everything from increased costs to market uncertainty, to supply chain disruptions and strained vendor relationships. Amidst this turbulence, the Chief Information Officer (CIO) plays a pivotal role in ensuring business continuity and driving innovation.

We are thrilled to announce that Colin McDonald is joining our team! Colin brings a wealth of cybersecurity leadership experience that will greatly benefit the businesses we serve. His impressive background includes overseeing key cybersecurity functions as CISO at People Corporation, Government of Manitoba, Manitoba Public Insurance, and Great West Life.

We are pleased to announce that Paul Beaudry is retiring as a Partner at ourCIO. Paul is committed to his work and will continue to serve ourCIO and its valuable clients as a Business Technology Advisor.

5 YEARS!!! January marks an exciting milestone for ourCIO as we celebrate our 5th anniversary. See a 5 year anniversary message from our Managing Partner, Kent Smith.

On November 14, ourCIO had the pleasure of supporting the Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce at their November Luncheon event.

ourCIO is proud to sponsor the annual Golf Classic in support of STARS. 2024 marks the 3rd year for this tournament and the 3rd year ourCIO has sponsored this important cause.

Evolved from IT resellers and technical support companies, IT Managed Service Providers (MSP’s) deliver ongoing outsourced IT support and administration of a company’s computer systems, their users and infrastructure. There are several factors to consider when selecting an MSP for your organization. This article covers some things to look for.

ourCIO is excited to be collaborating with ICD Canada's Manitoba Chapter for an event that will empower directors with more situational awareness and broader understanding of their role during a cyber incident. Titled "Be at the Table, Not on the Menu : Under Pressure - a Cybersecurity Tabletop Exercise" This 2 hour workshop is set to be a must attend event.

In the current landscape of relentless cyber attacks, it’s no secret that having a robust incident response plan is not just advisable—it’s essential. The statistics are stark, and as a savvy business leader, you’re already aware of the risks. But let’s talk about readiness. It’s not about if a breach will happen; it’s about when. And when it does, the fallout can be catastrophic. So why does it seem most small and midsize businesses are “winging it” when it comes to managing an incident? Maybe this is perfectly acceptable if you have taken the time to identify that a cyber breach would have little to no effect on your business. You are living my dream if that’s the case. Please skip the rest of this article and enjoy your day. For the rest of us, is “winging it” really in our best interest?

The Canada Digital Adoption Program (CDAP) announced on Monday that it is no longer accepting new applications for the Boost our Business Technology Grant

What should businesses and organizations be focused on as we kick off 2024 with regards to technology? At ourCIO we believe there are always 4 key areas to focus on.

There is a lot of buzz in the business community about Generative AI. Although Artificial Intelligence has been discussed and used in business for a while now, it really emerged this past year with ChatGPT being a practical user accessible tool. ourCIO has participated in several discussions, workshops, and presentations on this topic, especially over the last 6 months. Although there is a lot to consider, we want to share with you 2 steps businesses should betaking immediate steps on.

With $1.2 million in funding from the Manitoba government, the Digital Manitoba Initiative Digital Services Program is available to support small and mid-size businesses as they navigate their way as modern-day digital businesses.

The Canada Digital Adoption Program opened for applications just over a year ago. ourCIO was fortunate to be selected as one of the programs first digital advisors to deliver digital adoption plans for Canadian businesses. Over the course of the year, we've observed some interesting tactics from advisors to earn your business. Their tactics, unfortunately, are to earn your business, but do they earn your trust? In this article, let's give some consideration toward what you should be looking for when selecting a CDAP Digital Advisor.

ourCIO's Partner, Kent Smith, has been invited to speak at a special Tech Mashup being held in Brandon, MB on June 6, 2023.