Leveling Up Career Day—Fidelis Takes IT to Middle School! 🎲💻

At Fidelis, we believe in building the future not just through technology—but through people. That’s why our team jumped at the opportunity to take part in Mattson Middle School’s Career Day in the Kent School District on March 26, 2025.

Our very own Scott Wittstock, Paul Zimmerman, and Melissa Belmontez brought the world of IT to life for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students… by turning it into a game.

Fidelis Named to CRN’s MSP 500 List for 2025

Renton, WA, February 10, 2025 — Fidelis NW, a trusted IT partner for small and mid-sized organizations, announced today that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has recognized Fidelis on its Managed Service Provider (MSP) 500 list in the Pioneer 250 category for 2025.

CRN’s annual MSP 500 list is a comprehensive guide to the leading managed service providers in North America.

Edit PDFs Directly in Firefox: A Game-Changing New Feature

Mozilla Firefox has introduced a powerful new feature that allows users to edit PDFs directly within the browser—no additional software required. This update brings convenience to those who frequently work with PDFs, reducing the need for external applications like Adobe Acrobat or third-party PDF editors.

Email Security Best Practices: Trust-But-Verify to Prevent Losses

Emails that involve sensitive or financial information come with an inherent risk. A “trust-but-verify” policy acts as your failsafe, ensuring employees double-check high-stakes requests and preventing costly errors. This approach is especially vital in an era where business email compromise (BEC) attacks are on the rise, using impersonation tactics to exploit trust.

Recognizing Spoofed Emails: Spotting Red Flags to Stay Secure

You receive an email that looks like it’s from a trusted colleague, but something feels off. Recognizing these small “red flags” can be the difference between maintaining a secure organization and being vulnerable to attack. Spoofed emails use tactics that can bypass technical defenses, targeting employees directly.

Building a Human Firewall: Your Team as the First Line of Defense

Imagine your organization’s cybersecurity like a fortified castle. While high walls and sturdy gates (technical defenses) keep out threats, the true strength lies in the people inside—the “human firewall.” This vigilant layer of employees recognizes and responds swiftly to potential threats like email spoofing and social engineering, providing critical support to your tech defenses.

Measuring the ROI of managed IT services: Key metrics to track

Maintaining technology systems and troubleshooting technical issues has become more accessible, thanks to managed IT services. Yet, not all managed IT services providers (MSPs) deliver the same value. Without a clear understanding of what you’re getting back from these services, companies could end up with a partnership that costs more than it benefits.

Generative AI in managed IT: How AI tools such as Copilot and ChatGPT are revolutionizing service delivery

Managed IT services providers (MSPs) use the latest technologies to businesses with their IT needs, as well as improve their own processes.

In recent years, generative artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a powerful tool empowering MSPs to enhance their service delivery, improve client engagement, and offer tailored solutions that benefit their clients.

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