Change is Coming: Your Windows 10 End-of-Life Options
We knew it was coming, and the official announcement is finally here. Microsoft made the announcement that Windows 10 will reach End of Life and End of Support next year, on October 14, 2025 following Microsoft's Modern Lifecycle Policy. For businesses...
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Read MoreKey Benefits of Using a Password Manager
Remembering passwords is difficult. Breaking passwords (with the right tech tools) is easier than we’d like to think. And reusing passwords is incredibly risky - over 80% of data breaches are due to weak or compromised passwords. Enter the password...
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Read MoreComplete Technologies Ranked on Channel Futures 2024 MSP 501
Annual Channel Futures MSP 501 Identifies Best of the Best in the Managed Services Industry JUNE 24, 2024: Complete Technologies Outsourced IT Lrd has been named as one of the world’s top-performing managed service providers in the prestigious 2024 Channel...
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Read More8 Reasons Why Maintaining Your Computer Is a Lot Like Maintaining a Vehicle
In the world of auto dealerships, the importance of regular car maintenance is a given. Just as cars need regular servicing to run smoothly, computer systems require consistent maintenance for optimal performance. For business owners, understanding this parallel can be...
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Read MoreWhy can’t I have the admin password?
Although it may not always be a popular policy, giving employees unrestricted user permissions and access to admin passwords can wreak havoc within your business and expose you to unnecessary cybersecurity risks. The Windows admin password is the last line...
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Read MoreJumpstart Your Business’ Technology with CDAP
Jumpstart your business technology with access of up to $15,000 in government funding to boost your business technology. The Canada Digital Adoption Program (CDAP), is a grant program to fund small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) to improve their digital...
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Read MoreUSBs: curiosity meets security risk
Malicious USBs are a security risk that can allow bad actors to obtain access to your network including obtaining passwords, accessing devices and causing damage to your computer. It's human nature to be curious and finding a misplaced USB drive...
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Read MoreChange is Coming: Your Windows Server 2012 End-of-Life Options
We knew it was coming, and the official announcement is finally here. Microsoft made the significant announcement in May of 2023: Windows Server 2012 and Windows Server 2012 R2 will both reach End of Life and End of Support later this...
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Read MoreChannel Futures NextGen 101
Now in its fourth year, the 2023 Channel Futures NextGen 101, an MSP 501 list, recognizes some of the most innovative, groundbreaking IT service providers in the world offering cutting-edge services. This list includes companies that are ready to break...
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Read MoreThree Essential Cybersecurity Solutions for Small Businesses
Most organizations make cybersecurity overly complicated because “you can only do it this way.” This isnot a valid argument. Business owners have tons of “have to” being thrown at them every day. It’sextremely difficult to cut through the fluff and...
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Read MoreCommon Sense Cybersecurity
It’s true: even businesses that have impressive cybersecurity practices in place get breached. However, it is SIGNIFICANTLY less likely. The vast majority of breaches come from businesses that are missing common sense cybersecurity. It's easy to blame the IT company...
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Read MoreCreeway Gas Christmas Prize Winner – Complete Technologies Gift
Complete Technologies was glad to donate a prize package of our gourmet Complete Gift set along with a Samsung tablet. The prize package was part of a 12 days of Christmas event that Creeway Gas put on for their customers....
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Read MorePhishing Email Coming From Your HR Department and bp.com
Do not fall vicitim to this recent phishing email that is making rounds in Canada and elsewhere. If you look at the sender and recipient area you get some clues. Although the above email looks like it has been sent...
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Read MoreMalware Removal – “Windows Defender – Security Warning”
A new variant of the Windows Defender - Security Warning malware has been popping up lately. It will look similar to the following screen: If you are experiencing this intrusion, here is a great reference for self-removal: More detail and...
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Read MoreIs Your Data Backed Up? Properly?
We all know how important it is to backup your data. It's a "no brainer". However, we see improper backups every week. It is concerning. Here are four simple questions you should ask your team to determine if you are...
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Read MoreWeekly Hero Award!
This week’s Weekly Hero Award goes to Joey Hamm! He has been working hard on projects and is always eager to help out. Way to go Joey!
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Read MoreHappy New Year From Complete Technologies!
It is time to say goodbye to 2020 and welcome 2021! We would like to thank our amazing community of clients, friends, and family. Wishing you all a healthy and prosperous New Year!
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Read MoreThe Titan Group has all your Lighting Needs!
Contact The Titan Group for all your lighting and electrical needs. They carry over 69 different manufactures of lighting for all your interior, exterior, building system and program needs. We have been providing our managed IT services for this amazing...
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Read MoreHappy Holidays from the Complete Tech Team!
Give yourself something you really want this Christmas – a break! The team at Complete Technologies wishes you a warm, safe, and joyous Christmas and Happy New Year. This year has been tough on nearly all companies, and we appreciate...
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Read MoreCheck Out JTM Foundation!
JTM Business Solutions has been a long-time partner with Complete Technologies. Johaine (the CEO and founder) is Certified Professional Accountant with over 15 years of experience! JTM specializes in Bookkeeping, Controller, and Consulting Services. On top of that, Johaine is...
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Read MoreOnline Learning with Bigger Brains!
Cyber criminals continuously prey on unsuspecting computer users. In just the past year, hackers have claimed millions of dollars from individuals and companies. All it takes is a clever email attachment or a link to a virus-infected website. Bigger Brains...
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Read MoreWeekly Hero Award!
Dylan passed on the Weekly Hero award to Jeremy Paulenko! Jeremy is always willing to offer help, tricks, and tips! Congratulations Jeremy! One of our core values at Complete Technologies is to have a 'Culture of Comradery.' Thank you for...
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Read MoreSandbox in the City!
Sandbox in the City is a local clothing store that aims to provide community and make women feel beautiful in the clothes they wear. It is locally run by sisters Colleen and Juanita. Additionally, they have an all-women staff! They...
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Read MoreCreeway Gas Holiday Spirit!
This Holiday season, Creeway Gas is marking their 20th anniversary in a big way! In an effort to raise spirits while celebrating this milestone, they are undertaking a number of initiatives this month: 20% off for 20! Several of our...
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Read MoreAdopt through the SPCA!
The SPCA is one of our favorite clients to visit on-site as we usually sneak in some cuddle time with the pets that are available for adoption. Naturally, the SPCA has changed their policy surrounding pet visitations due to COVID-19. ...
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Read MoreNew Weekly Hero – Dylan!
The Weekly Hero Award was passed on to Dylan. He is a champion at challenging the procedures to increase efficiency. Well-deserved Dylan!
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Read MoreFlame Tech Testimonial
Flame Tech has been a long-time client currently covered under our PROactive Gold Agreement. We manage 10 of their computers, an offsite backup solution, and Office365 Managed Service Provider. Cindy is our main contact at the company, and she is...
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Read MoreViruses and Phishing Attempts
Part of the value of having a managed IT provider is to protect you and your business from scams. Since COVID, these scams have drastically increased as more people are working online. An example of a phishing scam happened to...
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Read MoreSaskatoon Fire and Flood Testimonial
Saskatoon Fire and Flood is one of Saskatchewan’s leading and privately owned restoration companies with over 50 years of knowledge and experience! They offer restoration, repair, general contacting, and con construction services. They are available 24/7, 365 days of the...
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Read MoreScanning Scandal!
J & H Builders had recently bought a new printer from the office to enhance workflow and make it easier for staff to scan, copy, and print documents, but the opposite was the case! When they upgraded to two photocopiers...
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Read MoreGold Agreement Perks!
Peak Mechanical has been our client for 4 years! Just this month, they grew their business. Our technician James Mercer onboarded 14 new computers for them! They started off on a Bronze Subscription with Complete Technologies but recently upgraded to...
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Read MoreJoey The Egg Star!
Star Egg is one of our newest clients. In their onboarding, our technician Joey went onsite to install our agents such as Automate and ScreenConnect. Just after he did this, disaster struck! Their egg tracking computer couldn’t connect to the...
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Read MoreLaRoche McDonald, Providing Peace of Mind
LaRoche McDonald has been a wonderful client of ours since 2018, but they have been providing their Saskatoon customers with peace of mind since 1933! They offer residential, commercial, and auto insurance for all your insurance needs! On top of...
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Read MoreThank You AFOA Saskatchewan!
Over the past two months, our staff member Kira helped coordinate and host a Webinar Series in affiliation with AFOA Saskatchewan. Eugene (pictured above on the right) was such a joy to collaborate with. This Webinar Series aimed to share...
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Read MoreCorby Has Joined the Team!
Corby was born and raised in Regina, Saskatchewan. He has strong European heritage, as his mother’s side is British, and his dad’s side is Italian. Like every Canadian boy, he was big into hockey and played 12 years of competitive...
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Read MoreCityKidz Stories of Hope Gala
On November 12th we hosted a virtual gala event as a charitable act for CityKidz Regina. CityKidz is an amazing organization that helps nurture children in low-income communities. They provide a safe space for children that allows ‘kids to be...
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Read MoreMeet our new hire, Alex!
Complete Technologies is thrilled to introduce you to our newest member of the technical team, Alex! Alex grew up in a Ukrainian household practicing his heritage. He enjoyed Ukrainian Dancing, playing in a live orchestra, and Christmas caroling every year....
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Read MoreEarly Childhood Intervention Program – A Great Cause
At Complete Technologies, we have the privilege of working with many great charities and non-profit organizations. Early Childhood Intervention Program (ECIP) is one of these fantastic organizations. Until we received a call from ECIP to help them with their technology...
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Read MoreSaskatchewan Polytechnic Gradually Re-Opening Classes – Is Your Business Safe from Ransomware?
Around the 1st of November 2020, Saskatchewan Polytechnic was a victim of a cyber-security attack. Here is a link to their official update site regarding the attack. Sask Poly is not alone this year, there have been many cyber-attacks on...
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Read MoreConnecting The Key First Nation Community!
We are proud to provide hardware to the Key First Nation that will connect the community! Our technician Joey is working hard to set up and update these tablets and laptops – 80 in total! The Key First Nation...
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Read MorePGI Printers is Helping us Build our Brand
PGI Printers has been helping us with brand building this year, and we could not be more pleased with the results. 2020 has been a unique year to say the least, and as a managed services provider, we have been...
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Read MoreHow Remote Work Benefits Bands Presentation
Andrey Olinov will be presenting this upcoming Tuesday, November 10th at 10 am about the benefits of remote work in Indigenous communities. This is a part of a weekly Webinar Series Complete Technologies is hosting in affiliation with AFOA Saskatchewan. ...
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Read MoreIs Your Business Safe From Cyber-Attacks and Data Loss? Let Chris Fossenier Help!
Complete Technologies’ very own Chris Fossenier is presenting in the Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce Peer Power Series! At Complete Technologies we make sure that your hardware, software, and data are safe around the clock! We make sure to do the...
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Read MoreDutch Growers and the Network Captor!
Dutch Growers is a family-oriented plant nursery and lifestyle. They’ve been helping Saskatoonians find plants for their houses, source inspirational centerpieces, and start their own gardens since 1953! From their 80-acre local nursery, Dutch growers supplies Saskatoon with starter plants for the beginning of the growing season and all year round. It was the start of the growing...
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Read MoreIndigenous Summer Solstice Virtual Festival 2020
From June 1 to 21, there will be a virtual edition of the Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival. You can find the official Summer Solstice Festival website here. The festival has been running for over 22 years and offers an amazing...
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Read MoreParagon Award Nomination for Customer Service in Regina
[Sassy_Social_Share_Premium id="1"] Once again we have been nominated for a Paragon award in Regina. We would like to express our thanks to those businesses that spoke up for us. At Complete Technologies our mission is "Service Beyond Expectation". We aim...
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Read MoreComplete Technologies is once again a finalist for the SABEX Customer Service Award
We are honoured to have been nominated again for the category of customer service. At Complete Technologies our motto is "Service Beyond Expectation" and it seems to be working quite well. Our team is made up of individuals driven to...
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Read MoreComplete Technologies Saskatoon is Moving to Innovation Place
We are proud to announce that due to our remarkable growth, we are moving to a new location on February 14th 2020. Our team is excited for our new office space. Unfortunately, we will not have any photos until this...
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Read MoreComplete Technologies Managed Services Selected as a Finalist for ABEX Awards
At Complete Technologies we follow one simple mantra … “Customer service beyond expectation”. As a result we have grown steadily over the years and have been awarded several customer service awards. Being selected as a finalist for the Young...
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Read MoreComplete Technologies selected as a Finalist in Two Categories – NSBA BBA
All of us at Complete Technologies are honoured to be selected amongst this years’ finalists for the NSBA’s Team Building and Quality Management awards. Formed in 1965, the NSBA serves the needs of Saskatoon’s businesses to support a growing economy. The 22nd annual Business...
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Read MoreComplete Technologies WINS Quality Management Award at BBAs
Our team is beyond thrilled that Complete Technologies was selected as a Winner for Quality Management award at 2019 NSBA Business Builders Award banquet. The “Quality Management Award” – is Awarded to the NSBA business that recognizes and pursues activities which define,...
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Read MoreComplete Technologies makes it to National Top 50 Managed Service Providers List
Complete Technologies team is proud to earn another national recognition this year and be added as one of the Top 5o Managed Service Providers in Canada, based on CloudTango rankings. “Now in its fifth year, Tango50 Canada annual list recognizes...