Coulson Technologies

10/09/2026

Cybersecurity training shouldn’t turn your employees into IT experts. 🔐

What they really need are simple habits, clear rules, and the confidence to stop and ask when something doesn’t feel right.

For Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we’re looking at a simpler—and more practical—way to build a security-minded team.

👉 Read the full blog: https://blog.coulsontechnologies.com/post/cybersecurity-awareness

10/03/2026

💻 Happy National Techies Day!

Today we celebrate the people who hear:

“Everything is down!”

…and somehow discover the real problem was that one cable wasn’t plugged in. 😂
To all the IT pros, problem-solvers, troubleshooters, innovators, and patient souls who have asked “Have you tried restarting it?” more times than they can count—we appreciate you.

Here’s to the techies who keep businesses connected, protected, and running every day. 🙌
Tag your favorite techie and give them a little love today!

10/02/2026

The best technology is the technology your customers never think about.

They don't compliment your phone system.

They don't admire your CRM.

They don't notice the AI working behind the scenes.

They simply remember that doing business with you was easy.

That's what great technology should do.

In our latest blog, we explore why technology should feel invisible—and how connected communication, AI, collaboration, and automation create exceptional customer experiences.
Read the blog and let us know what you think.

https://blog.coulsontechnologies.com/post/feel-invisible

09/29/2026

Does Excel keep crashing on one computer—but opens just fine on another?

Before you spend hours rebuilding your spreadsheet, the problem may not be the file at all.

In this quick video, Chris Coulson explains how to troubleshoot Excel crashes by comparing systems, using Safe Mode, and identifying compatibility issues with Office versions, add-ins, or your operating system.

📊 Learn why Excel behaves differently across devices
💻 Discover how Safe Mode can help pinpoint the issue
🔧 Save time by finding the real cause before you start over

Watch now:
https://youtu.be/JImXzq49cAY

Sometimes the fastest fix isn't changing the spreadsheet—it's understanding what's changed on the computer.

Does your Excel spreadsheet crash on one computer… but work perfect...

09/28/2026

🚨 AI is making phishing faster—and a lot more convincing.

Microsoft recently helped disrupt a cybercrime platform called EvilTokens that was linked to more than 12,000 compromised inboxes across 10,000+ organizations worldwide.

What caught our attention wasn't just the scale. It was how AI was being used.

According to Microsoft, the platform could analyze compromised inboxes, identify trusted relationships and people with financial authority, and help criminals create more convincing fraud attempts.

For businesses, there's an important takeaway: Once an email account is compromised, attackers may be able to understand your organization and relationships much faster than they could before.

That makes strong security important—but so is a simple habit we've talked about before:

If you receive an unusual request involving money, credentials or account access, verify it another way before acting.

This is worth a read.

👉 Read Microsoft's full EvilTokens report

https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/security/blog/2026/09/22/unmasking-eviltokens-getting-to-the-root-of-device-code-phishing

👉 Read the Ars Technica coverage

https://arstechnica.com/security/2026/09/microsoft-disrupts-ai-assisted-platform-that-compromised-12000

EvilTokens provided an end-to-end platform that makes mass compromises faster and easier.

09/28/2026

From Chris’s Whiteboard 🤔

We all have one. That task that somehow eats up way more time than it should.

Email? Scheduling? Paperwork? Follow-ups? Something else?

Drop yours in the comments. Chris might just have an idea for making it easier. 👇

09/25/2026

The next disruption to your business probably won't come with a warning.

Whether it's a cyberattack, hardware failure, power outage, or unexpected downtime, being prepared can make all the difference.

In recognition of National Preparedness Month, our latest blog explores how cybersecurity, reliable backups, disaster recovery, AI readiness, and business continuity work together to keep your business moving forward.

Take a few minutes to read it—and ask yourself: Is your business ready?

https://blog.coulsontechnologies.com/post/businessready

09/23/2026

Happy Education Technology Day!

Technology has transformed the way we learn, teach, collaborate, and prepare for the future. From online learning platforms and interactive classrooms to AI-powered tools and virtual collaboration, technology continues to open new doors for students and educators alike.

At Coulson Technologies, we believe technology is at its best when it empowers people—helping teachers teach, students learn, and organizations share knowledge more effectively.

Today, we're celebrating the educators, IT professionals, administrators, and innovators who are helping shape the next generation through technology.

What educational technology tool has made the biggest impact on your learning or teaching experience?

09/22/2026

What would happen if your computer crashed today?

Would your important files still be there tomorrow?

Too many people assume their files are safe—until a hard drive fails, ransomware strikes, or something gets accidentally deleted.

In this quick video, Chris Coulson explains simple ways to protect your data, including cloud backups, external hard drives, and the proven 3-2-1 backup strategy used by IT professionals.

💾 Learn the difference between syncing and backing up
☁️ Explore cloud and local backup options
🛡️ Protect your photos, documents, and business files before disaster strikes

Watch now:
https://youtu.be/xPaMTEGTuuk

The best time to back up your files is before you need them.

If your computer crashed today… would your important files still ex...

09/22/2026

🍂 Happy First Day of Fall!

As the seasons change, it's a great time to take stock of your business technology, too.

Is your team communicating efficiently? Are your systems secure? Are you taking advantage of tools like AI, business texting, and collaboration platforms to better serve your customers?

A little preparation now can help your business finish the year stronger than ever.

From all of us at Coulson Technologies, we wish you a wonderful first day of fall and a successful season ahead!