Blog - Westgate IT

Why Do We Keep Harping on About Microsoft MFA?

Cyber Security is more important now than ever. As criminals become more sophisticated with the types of cyber attacks they perform, it is important to...

OneDrive vs SharePoint for Business

As Microsoft partners, we are often asked by our clients about the different business tools that are offered by Microsoft and what the main differences...

Going Completely Cloud – Client Case Study

The Challenge Our client presented a challenge to Westgate’s Bristol team that came about due to the pandemic and the difficulties faced with communication and access...

What are Vishing Scams and How to Spot Them?

What does Vishing mean? Combined of the two words “voice” and “phishing”, the term vishing is used when an online attack or scam occurs by...

Migrating your Business to the Cloud

As of 2020, 85% of businesses worldwide are using some form of cloud-based technology to store information and this is rising each and every day....

Cybersecurity Tips for Remote Working

COVID-19 has forced upon many businesses a shift in how and where they work, with most having to adopt these changes far quicker than ideal....

Dedicated In-House IT Team

As a Managed Service Provider (MSP), you might be surprised to find us promoting the business model of a dedicated on-site, in-house IT team. After...

An Account Manager, Dad of Two and Stand in Teacher

When lockdown was announced, I knew my role as Account Manager and Dad of two would be tested now more than ever. Putting on a...

A Configuration Management Database and the benefits

As standard, Westgate maintain a Configuration Management Database (CMDB) for all our clients. It is a centralised repository that stores information on all the significant entities...

Mac vs PC – Which one is best for you and your business?

This has been an interesting blog for me. Most of my friends know that I threw my hat in with Microsoft years ago and I...