Managed antivirus is a centrally managed software option that protects all of the computers at your business from virus threats. Because it updates programs automatically, your employees do not need to update or scan their machines on their own. Viruses and malware found by this software are immediately quarantined without requiring action from your staff. Everyone in your business has the most up-to-date versions at all times.
The “managed” part of managed antivirus means that your IT provider installs the software on your computers and other devices and schedules regular scans to check for issues. Your provider also makes sure your antivirus programs are updated and monitors the health of your network. That means you and your staff can focus on your business goals, knowing that someone is constantly monitoring your network.
Every business works better when you can spend less time worrying and more time producing.
Being able to focus on your core business without worrying about the security of your data is a big plus. But using a managed antivirus solution has other benefits as well, including:
Individually licensed antivirus solutions rely on users to manually update virus definitions or run virus scans. As long as these updates require this kind of action, there is potential for failure. Computer viruses spread quickly. They can ride along as an attachment to an email, or they can lie hidden on an innocent-looking web page. All it takes is for one person to click a link or download a file, and you’re in for a headache. One machine can infect your entire network.
Viruses and malware are dangerous because they are always changing. How widespread are these threats? Very! In fact, in 2017, malware variants increased by 88%. The cybercriminals who create these nasty bits of code are always looking for vulnerabilities, and they create viruses that can adapt quickly. That’s why it’s important to keep your virus definitions updated. If you rely on individuals to keep their antivirus software updated, you are tempting fate. Not everyone will update on the same schedule. It’s far safer to entrust this important task to a service provider who will manage security updates in a timely manner.
With managed antivirus software, you don’t have to ask that question. Instead of running it whenever you have a free hour (like in May… or maybe August?) your service provider can run virus scans during downtime—every evening after business hours, for instance. Every computer can be scanned, and virus definitions updated at the same time. This ensures that everyone is up to date and not spreading malware without anyone realising it.
Additionally, managed antivirus can provide global notifications if a virus is detected and removed from your network. They can also access and report trends, which can be helpful in determining if your staff requires additional data security training.
Bluebell works with businesses of all kinds to help them develop strong network security. Our team can give you advice on how to secure your network, laptops, and even your employees’ mobile devices. We have a number of solutions we can recommend that can grow with your business as well as provide ongoing virus protection. Moving away from individually licensed antivirus programs will help your team work together more efficiently and make your company more secure.
Bluebell are a Kaspersky Managed Service partner and also a Microsoft Silver partner. We can offer security solutions that best fit your business and work for you.
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