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Kota Technology Located in Sioux Falls, SD & Fargo, ND, Kota Technology supports customers throughout the Upper Midwest.

Our specialty is complex small business environments for the Healthcare industry that may require unique technology requirements. Ryan Hansen, Owner of Kota Systems

Ryan has worked with business big and small around the world. While attending college, he owned and operated his first technology business, Computer Reliance, where he provided in-home/office repair for Dell, HP, and Best Buy. Upon graduating, he took a role at Best Buy's corporate office on the Geek Squad business team where he helped launch Geek Squad nationwide. Life took him overseas to Germany where his wife was stationed in the US Army. Career wise, Ryan changed gears and jumped into another corporate position as a global supply management senior manager at Terex where he was responsible for global supply and government regulations. This role provided amazing exposure to the detailed facets of small and large business. His love of technology and tangible business experience informs and directs his work.

10/16/2026

The threats that cause the most damage aren’t always the easiest to spot.

They often hide behind trusted emails, familiar accounts or security gaps your business doesn’t know are there.

Challenge what you think you know about your cybersecurity. Schedule a discovery call to uncover the blind spots that could be putting your business at risk.

10/15/2026

Cybercriminals aren’t always chasing the biggest target.

They’re chasing the easiest one.

Limited defenses, fewer resources and the assumption that “we’re too small to matter” can make small businesses an attractive target.

Don’t make it easy. Schedule a discovery call to see where your biggest security gaps may be.

10/14/2026

Your IT team can’t stop every bad click.

Strong cybersecurity comes from a culture where employees know what to watch for, how to respond and when to speak up.

Build a team that knows what to do before a bad click becomes a big problem. Message us to get started.

Better cybersecurity doesn’t always start with a bigger budget. Sometimes, it starts with making better use of what you ...
10/13/2026

Better cybersecurity doesn’t always start with a bigger budget. Sometimes, it starts with making better use of what you already have.

A few basics can make a meaningful difference:

• Enable multi-factor authentication wherever it’s available
• Remove inactive accounts for former employees and vendors
• Limit administrator access to those who truly need it
• Turn on automatic updates for devices and key applications
• Use a password manager to reduce weak and reused passwords
• Test your backups to make sure they can be restored when needed

If any of these are missing, they’re a good place to start.

We help businesses identify overlooked gaps, strengthen the basics and build from there. Get in touch to find out how we can bolster your defenses.

The most dangerous phishing scams don’t look dangerous at all. They look like mail you were expecting.AI is helping cybe...
10/12/2026

The most dangerous phishing scams don’t look dangerous at all. They look like mail you were expecting.

AI is helping cybercriminals craft messages that sound like they came from someone you trust, whether that’s a vendor, colleague or senior leader. The usual red flags are getting harder to spot.

What should your team watch for?

• Emails impersonating trusted contacts or financial institutions
• Urgent payment or sensitive data requests
• Smishing attacks sent through text messages
• Voice cloning that mimics familiar people
• Spear phishing built around real business details

What’s the most convincing phishing attempt you’ve seen?

Happy Cybersecurity Awareness Month! 🔐Good cybersecurity should work quietly in the background so your team can focus on...
10/09/2026

Happy Cybersecurity Awareness Month! 🔐

Good cybersecurity should work quietly in the background so your team can focus on doing their jobs.

Want to know where your business stands?

Schedule your free cybersecurity checkup this month 👇

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Myth: “Cybersecurity support is too expensive.”While cybersecurity is an investment, the cost of being unprepared is muc...
10/09/2026

Myth: “Cybersecurity support is too expensive.”

While cybersecurity is an investment, the cost of being unprepared is much higher.

Downtime, recovery costs, lost revenue and damaged customer trust can quickly outweigh what it takes to put the right protection in place.

The goal isn’t to spend more on security. It’s to invest in the right support for your business and your risks.

What matters most to you when investing in cybersecurity: cost, coverage or peace of mind? Tell us below.

Your data is valuable. Cybercriminals know it, too.Like cake at a party, valuable data attracts attention. The differenc...
10/08/2026

Your data is valuable. Cybercriminals know it, too.

Like cake at a party, valuable data attracts attention. The difference is that hackers don’t wait to be invited.

A breach can lead to financial loss, reputational damage and consequences that last well beyond the initial incident.

Your data is worth protecting before someone else decides what it’s worth. Drop a 🔐 in the comments to schedule a closer look at your defenses.

Don’t let a false sense of security cloud your judgment.Moving to the cloud doesn’t mean handing off all your security r...
10/07/2026

Don’t let a false sense of security cloud your judgment.

Moving to the cloud doesn’t mean handing off all your security responsibilities. Misconfigured settings, exposed data and unauthorized access can still put your business at risk.

The cloud offers flexibility and convenience, but it needs the right protection.

DM us if you want to go from “in the cloud” to truly secure.

AI is making phishing scams harder to spot. Familiar branding, convincing language and a sense of urgency can make a sus...
10/06/2026

AI is making phishing scams harder to spot. Familiar branding, convincing language and a sense of urgency can make a suspicious message feel believable.

The bait may look different now, but the hook is the same.

Before you click or respond:

• Question unexpected urgency or pressure
• Check the sender and inspect links carefully
• Verify sensitive requests through another trusted channel
• Use multi-factor authentication so a stolen password isn’t enough
• Make sure your team knows what to look for and how to report something suspicious

Want to make sure your team doesn’t take the bait? Drop a 🎣 in the comments to schedule a discovery call.

Address

600 E Benson Road
Sioux Falls, SD
57104

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+16057991199

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