In today's digital age, small businesses (SMEs) and not-for-profit (NFP) organisations are increasingly vulnerable to cyber threats. This blog post will outline essential strategies that you can implement to fortify your organisation's cyber resilience.

In a world that is increasingly reliant on technology, IT outages are an ever-present threat to businesses of all sizes. Recently, we have observed a significant global IT outage that impacted various sectors. But what happens if something unexpectedly disrupts your system? Do you really know how to recover? This post explores some crucial lessons NFPs and SMEs can learn from IT crashes.

Effective documentation is a crucial component of any IT project. It streamlines the development process and ensures that the team and clients are on the same page throughout the project lifecycle. Good documentation fosters clarity, transparency, and confidence among all stakeholders, making it a fundamental practice for achieving project success. At GBA Online, documentation is not an afterthought or end-of-job task; it’s built-in as we progress with your project.

Not-for-profit organisations often face unique challenges that require specialised understanding and support. At GBA Online, we are dedicated to partnering with NFPs to navigate these challenges. We tackle everything from IT needs to strategic goals, ensuring that our clients can focus on their mission.

GBA Online recently attended the Microsoft 365 Conference in Orlando, USA. Taking part in interactive workshops, engaging panel discussions, and insightful keynote presentations, we dived into the world of Microsoft 365, business solutions, data governance, and the transformative power of AI. How do all these tech talks translate to benefits for you and your organisation? Let's dive in.

In today's digital age, organisations need to reinvent the way they operate.

Staying competitive requires not just utilising software tools but also encouraging your staff to tackle their tasks innovatively.

Data Governance and it’s Importance to Not-for-profit Organisations

A recent report published by the Governance Institute of Australia found that almost 60% of boards do not understand their organisation’s current data governance challenges.

Welcome to this comparative blog between SharePoint and Azure Files for small organisations transitioning to cloud-based storage from On-Prem servers. It has been curated to simplify the steep learning curve associated with such a technological leap and guide you through the best choice for your organisation.

More and more not-for-profit organisations are turning towards Artificial Intelligence (AI). However, the power of these intelligent systems can be a double-edged sword, particularly if not handled responsibly and securely. This blog will explore what it takes to use AI responsibly and ensure its security.

The inherent limitations of SharePoint’s basic Owner, Member, Visitor model often puzzle businesses and nonprofits. There seems to be a significant risk wherein well-meaning staff members are promoted, out of necessity, to fulfil organizational needs, therefore increasing the risk of a potential security breach. The essential question to ponder is - Are there too many cooks in the SharePoint kitchen?

The structure and strategical operations of not-for-profit organisations present certain unique challenges, particularly in the realm of communication. With board members often serving in volunteer capacities, relying on personal devices and email accounts for board communications may be tempting. However, this presents a significant detrimental risk to an organisation's security and data privacy policy. This blog post will delve into strategies available to not-for-profit organisations to ensure streamlined, secure board communications using existing Microsoft 365 tools – namely, SharePoint.

This post centres on two of Microsoft 365's most popular collaboration tools: Microsoft Teams and SharePoint.
We use our years of experience working with organisations to provide direct, practical advice to help you decide which tool best suits your needs.
Real-life examples highlight each tool's strengths and weaknesses.

Non-profits consistently seek to make the most of available resources and pursue their mission efficiently and effectively. This post aims to direct your focus onto an often underutilised resource you (probably) already have on your desks: Microsoft 365 (M365).

Welcome to our latest blog post, which focuses on how small businesses and non-profit organisations can maximise the benefits of SharePoint.

SMEs and NFPs often face distinctive challenges when managing their operational workflows. SharePoint steps in, offering functionalities that ease these struggles and streamline processes. From web view-only features to extranet capabilities, SharePoint brings unique benefits to the table.

In today's digital age, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming a driving factor for innovation and efficiency across different sectors, including the small businesses and the nonprofit (NFP) sector. However, before successfully integrating AI into your operations, it is crucial to establish proper data governance.

Having a robust and integrated workspace pioneering a centralised point of reference has never been more vital. But what if we say you can find everything you need in one place with an intranet platform, and you may already have it without knowing its full potential? Yes, we’re talking about SharePoint - a platform that seems to be just a place to file documents but can be transformed into a launchpad for all your applications. In this blog post, we will guide you through the transformative journey of SharePoint to become your organisation's powerful intranet system.

Remarkably user-friendly, Microsoft Forms is an excellent tool that allows organisations to create customised quizzes, polls, questionnaires, and surveys—essential components in interacting with stakeholders and collecting vital data. However, many not-for-profit organisations still overlook this application, often considering add-on software from other vendors instead. This article highlights the cost-effectiveness and efficiency of using an already-incorporated tool in your system.