Happy New Year! We hope that 2021 is filled with health, happiness, the end to the pandemic, and for your personal and company data to remain secure. We have had a plethora of calls regarding scammers trying to use OMA Comp and other institutions such as banks and the government to try to get you to reveal information, so that they can steal your identity. If you are unsure who you are speaking with or receive an email link you are not expecting, it is best to hang up and call your contact’s phone number. Be aware that scammers try to rope you in by saying that they are your IT company, your marketing company, your bank, anything they can to gain your trust, so that you give them access to your private data. Providing information can cause you millions of dollars in damages, stolen identity, loss of revenue, credit card fraud, social security breach, and more. We urge you to be aware of these scams. Scammers are on the rise, and many people fall for them. Don’t let it be you.
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Email Is Not Secure
Please do not send out important information and passwords through email. Email is NOT secure. If you need to send encrypted, confidential, HIPAA compliant, emails or documents, contact OMA Comp to set up a system with password security. You and your organization can learn more by signing up for a security audit class via Zoom or onsite.
Current Preferred Practices for Backups
We recommend the 3-2-1 backup strategy; at least three or four total verifiable copies of your data, two can be local but on different mediums, and two copies off-site. Back-up monitoring and verification is recommended but a disaster recovery must be in place, because you can still get infected, and data recovery is not guaranteed. Data loss is very real. Talk to us about the best approach for your business. Contact OMA Comp IT support for more information.
How to Achieve Quick Conversions in 3-6 Seconds™
In 2020, the human attention span is the lowest it has ever been. Internet users evaluate websites in 3-6 seconds™ and make the decision to stay or leave within this time frame. People are being lazy online, and websites owners have needed to adjust their content to accommodate for lower attention spans and achieve faster conversions. There are ways that you can achieve faster conversions through your website including:
- Fast loading webpage
- Keeping content simple
- Web design for quick conversions
- Compelling imagery
These enhancements are great ways to help increase quick customer conversions. If you are looking to improve your website conversions or need a new website, get in touch with the marketing experts at OMA Comp.
Identity Theft Prevention
As the holidays are in full swing and more people than ever are shopping online due to the pandemic, this is a great time to remember to set email alerts on credit cards, lock your credit, and be cautious when buying online. Identity theft is a booming business and you don’t want to be the victim.
National Write a Business Plan Month
It is very common in small businesses to wing it as you go, which can often lead you into trouble with unanticipated expenses or getting off track. National Write a Business Plan Month is a reminder of the importance of having a business plan so that you can keep on budget while striving for your goals. OMA Comp can help whether you need consulting help with a business or marketing plan. Contact us to day to learn more.