The Greek philosopher Aristotle once remarked, “Excellence is never an accident. It is always the result of high intention, sincere effort, and intelligent execution.” When you’re winning, the thrill is undeniable. Success, whether in the casino or on the basketball court, requires focus and discipline. It’s a feeling like no other when everything finally clicks.

In the IT world, it is either “revolution” or “evolution” and 2025 promises to bring both. To stay ahead, IT professionals must prioritize strategies that address emerging threats while maintaining and strengthening their security posture. Here are three critical trends shaping the future of cybersecurity and actionable steps your organization implement today.

The recent Codefinger ransomware attack has sent shockwaves through the IT community, specifically targeting businesses relying on AWS S3 storage services. This breach highlights the importance of prioritizing security “best practices” to protect even the most reliable platforms.

In emergency situations, every second counts. When a 911 call is placed, lives can depend on the immediate transfer of information. For emergency services, the stakes are even higher — ensuring that Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs) across the country remain online and connected 24x7x365. No matter what.

With increasing cyber threats, data breaches, and the rapid pace of digital transformation, operational resilience has become a top priority for financial institutions. As we begin 2025, this is especially true in the UK, because of new regulations going into effect. Regulatory bodies like the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA), and the Bank of England have introduced stringent rules to safeguard the stability and resilience of the financial services sector.

Managed Connectivity and network services combine to offer a complete solution by seamlessly integrating direct access to AWS with network capabilities. This managed overlay solution combined with a robust network underlay ensures a secure and scalable infrastructure tailored to meet the unique demands of customers.

In today’s IT environment, the only certainty is uncertainty. This adage holds true across nearly every sector and industry, especially in the ever-evolving tech world, where uncertainty and change are constant. Organizations that fail to adapt quickly risk being left behind. As the saying goes, “past behavior or actions are often a good predictor of future behavior or actions”. To stay one step ahead it is essential understanding the past, present, and future trends.

If you’re part of Amazon Web Services Enterprise Discount Program (AWS EDP), we can help you make the most of your EDP commitment. That’s because you can burn down some of the amount you’ve committed to spend by leveraging 11:11 solutions and services.

Protecting your business from cyber threats today means building a stronger tomorrow. As we see firsthand, the digital backdrop has grown increasingly complex, and with it, the risks businesses face daily. AI-powered threats are more sophisticated, making it critical for organizations to evolve their cybersecurity strategies.

Cloud computing is no longer just a choice—it’s a necessity for modern organizations aiming to thrive in today’s business environment. Infrastructure scalability, cost management, and multi-layered security are driving organizations toward cloud solutions. But finding the right partner to guide this transition is often the biggest challenge. High Point Networks, an established IT services provider, successfully tackled this challenge by partnering with 11:11 Systems. The result?