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AI is the buzzword du jour, yet few Australian businesses realise just how quickly the rules around its use are tightening. With the federal government looking to introduce mandatory “AI guardrails”, the days of treating data governance as an afterthought, especially for smaller businesses, are fast coming to an end. If your business is experimenting with AI, or you just want to avoid regulatory whiplash, now’s the time to get on the front foot. Read on to demystify the reforms and learn how to prepare your business for the AI-enabled future.

Robert Wilkinson

August 10, 2025

ASIC’s lawsuit against FIIG Securities over “systemic and prolonged cybersecurity failures” is a wake-up call for all professional services firms, not just large financial institutions. The regulator expects even small and medium businesses to implement basic controls. Relying on size as an excuse no longer cuts it. Neglecting cyber hygiene exposes firms to legal, financial, and reputational risks. The message is clear: cybersecurity is a core business issue that demands executive oversight and regular attention. Proactive investment in IT security safeguards both compliance and future commercial opportunities.

Robert Wilkinson

July 31, 2025

Cybersecurity is no longer optional—but which framework is right for your business? In this blog, we compare the long-standing Essential 8 with the newer, SMB-focused SMB1001 framework. Learn the key differences in complexity, certification, and human-focused strategies so you can make an informed choice.

Chris Porter

June 10, 2025

Cyber threats are evolving fast, with Australian businesses facing a rising risk of attacks in 2025. From phishing and ransomware to supply chain breaches, understanding these threats is crucial. This guide covers key cyber risks, how to protect your business, and the latest security trends like AI-driven threats and Zero Trust Architecture.

Adrian Scrimshaw

March 11, 2025

With the recent rise of AI use, it’s natural for people to wonder about how they can incorporate AI into their data governance. But, how can AI be integrated into your data governance not only safely but responsibly?

Robert Wilkinson

January 7, 2025

In today’s fast-paced digital world, cyber threats are on the rise, and businesses of all sizes are vulnerable. For small and medium enterprises (SMEs), a single cyber incident can have especially devastating financial and reputational consequences. While it’s important to invest in cybersecurity technology and software, it’s equally as important to focus on staff awareness of potential risks and threats.

Philip Page

November 28, 2024

Snapdragon/ARM-powered devices offer enhanced performance, energy efficiency, and portability, making them ideal for mobile and cloud-based applications. Key advantages include AI capabilities, lightweight designs, and compatibility with cloud-native architectures. However, challenges such as software compatibility, driver availability, performance variability, and higher costs should be considered.

Adrian Scrimshaw

November 27, 2024

In a recent interview, two of our key team members, Robert Wilkinson, Head of Business Development, and Alex Roubin, Project Engineer, shared their experiences and insights on how Teams Calling is transforming our approach to communication.

Robert Wilkinson

August 27, 2024

Cybersecurity is a broad field that encompasses much more than just installing antivirus software. Sentrian Expert Phil explains it involves a comprehensive approach that includes user education, logging and monitoring, application control, and more.

Philip Page

August 15, 2024

On Friday 19 July 2024 a faulty update to security software vendor CrowdStrike's Falcon Sensor application triggered widespread disruption. Companies worldwide were affected, with Microsoft Windows based computers running CrowdStrike software displaying a blue screen of death.

James Sowry

July 25, 2024

Cyber security continues to be a prime concern for law firms in 2024. How can you help to ensure that your firm is ready?

Chris Porter

April 28, 2024

We all know that backups are important and we assume that we are all over how our backups work and that we are safe. You might be surprised though that this is not always the case. In this article we explore 4 surprising facts about backups that you might not already know!

Robert Wilkinson

April 19, 2024

As a Managed Services Provider, Sentrian must maintain high levels of security internally to protect our customers and their data. In addition to the many controls that we have implemented, Sentrian are also ISO 27001 Information Security certified to give our customers the certainty that they require to know that our organisation follows international best practice.

Robert Wilkinson

December 21, 2023

The healthcare industry in Australia relies heavily on technology to deliver efficient patient care while maintaining the security of sensitive data. Whether you're running a small clinic or a larger healthcare facility, finding the right IT partner is vital...

Robert Wilkinson

October 17, 2023

Learn how automatic scaling of cloud desktop-as-a-service soltions, simplifying the desktop infrastructure, and extending the life of your hardware can significantly reduce the cost of running Windows desktops for your business.

Robert Wilkinson

June 16, 2023

Azure Virtual Desktop, Microsoft's flagship hosted Windows 10 platform, provides a huge number of benefits including low cost, high performance, flexibility and security.

Robert Wilkinson

June 16, 2023

Learn how Virtual Desktop Services provide a seamless, secure solution to accessing office files from home. With features like centralised data storage, secure remote access, these services are an invaluable tool.

Adrian Scrimshaw

June 14, 2023

Investigating how a businesses iT security environment can be improved by the use of virtual desktop services.

Joel Franks

May 13, 2023

My Sentrian is an IT support and management portal, it has been developed to make sure that you are the focus of all we do. Using My Sentrian allows us to get help to you faster and resolve your IT issues more efficiently.

Robert Wilkinson

May 4, 2023

Getting and keeping a cyber insurance policy is no longer a simple matter of finding a broker and buying one. As the cyber risk increases year on year, insurers are tightening up requirements that must be met by companies before they can be considered for a policy. We have worked with Hunter Broking Group, cyber insurance experts, to come up with the 6 most common requirements that insurers will have before considering writing a policy for your business.

Robert Wilkinson

September 12, 2022

By far, the most used Microsoft facility is ‘Exchange Online’, the hosted email solution. However, people are under the impression that their email is completely backed up simply by using email on Microsoft 365, but this is not the case.

Christine Tan

April 26, 2022

We were lucky to have the chance to sit down with the General Manager of Sentrian's client No More Knots, Kristy Donoghue, to have a chat about her experience working with us as their managed IT service provider.

Robert Wilkinson

June 15, 2021

No longer an unobtainable "toy" for gamers, the curved screen is now a viable option for your office or home workspace.

Sophia Byrne

November 4, 2020

Sentrian have a team of 15 stepping together for a great cause, STEPtember to raise funds for cerebral palsy. With an added benefit of group activity while we continue to work remotely.

Sophia Byrne

September 15, 2020

For many years we have worked hard to make Sentrian a great place to work…and now it’s official!

Sophia Byrne

July 22, 2020

Microsoft continually update their Teams product further enhancing our remote working experience. Take a look here for the latest improvements.

Sophia Byrne

July 8, 2020

Safety of passwords is still critical in protecting your data, this is reminder of how to ensure your passwords are not at risk.

Adrian Scrimshaw

July 1, 2020

An update on cyber security attacks, both internationally and in the APAC region, from the latest Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report.

Adrian Scrimshaw

June 24, 2020

The long awaited update to the Microsoft browser, Edge, is here and it's actually pretty good!

Adrian Scrimshaw

June 19, 2020

State based cyber-attack targets widespread organisations.

James Sowry

June 19, 2020

As you plan for your staff to return to the workplace, here are some great signage solutions to ensure your team stay safe and healthy during the pandemic.

Christine Tan

June 12, 2020

The new Starlink satellite network promises to deliver super fast connectivity speeds and ACMA have signed off on the initial steps of approval.

Joel Franks

June 5, 2020

If you're currently spending more time thinking about home gadgets to make life a little easier (or just more fun!) then this blog is for you.

Adrian Scrimshaw

May 26, 2020

Technology tips for when you're ready to move your work back to the office.

Adrian Scrimshaw

May 20, 2020

The wait for the improved Teams grid experience is over! We will all have access to the increased audience by the end of this month.

Sophia Byrne

May 14, 2020

A quick look at the different types of data you may be holding and an explanation of how to effectively manage and store it.

Adrian Scrimshaw

May 5, 2020

Now, more than ever, we are required to be aware of fraudulent email attacks. Learn how Microsoft ATP can keep you safe no matter where you're working.

Adrian Scrimshaw

April 28, 2020

Check out our grog blog for some great tips on where to buy alcohol on-line while self isolating.

Adrian Scrimshaw

April 22, 2020

Take a look at our fitness technology tips as the stay-at-home directive gives us more time to work on our exercise regime.

Adrian Scrimshaw

April 15, 2020

Microsoft have announced name changes to their Office 365 suite of products.

Adrian Scrimshaw

April 8, 2020

On-line socialising has arrived and will become more popular than ever. Learn about some of our favourites as we all learn to socialise from a distance.

Adrian Scrimshaw

April 2, 2020

The fastest, simplest way to get your team working remotely with a hosted telephony solution.

Robert Wilkinson

March 26, 2020

It seems the entire planet of previously office based staff are moving to working from home, and all at the same time. Following are some tips to surviving and thriving in this new world order, whether you're a WFH newbie or a seasoned campaigner.

James Sowry

March 25, 2020

Insights from our very own Rob on his experience of a forced COVID-19 isolation. The downside is not a surprise!

Robert Wilkinson

March 19, 2020

The spreading Coronavirus is impacting Australian businesses, Sentrian is working with organisations to plan & implement a response to the COVID-19 threat.

James Sowry

March 13, 2020

Details of the current biggest threat to data breach and how applying MFA will stop it.

Robert Wilkinson

March 11, 2020

The rapidly spreading Coronavirus is impacting global economies and is predicted to effect us at a local level. How can you be best prepared?

James Sowry

March 4, 2020

While collab tools are constantly developing, we love using the Flip 2 for the proven meeting style of standing around a whiteboard, with a new age update.

Sophia Byrne

February 25, 2020

All you need to know about the end of support for Office 2010.

Sophia Byrne

February 19, 2020

Check out these apps currently in use and recommended by the Sentrian team.

Adrian Scrimshaw

February 12, 2020

The top 4 security trends that could come back to bite you if you ignore them.

Robert Wilkinson

February 4, 2020

The highlights of CES 2020 reveal a plethora of new technologies and some insight into the decade ahead.

Sophia Byrne

January 29, 2020

A bunch of handy googling tips to make searching the internet more efficient (and fun!)

Sophia Byrne

January 23, 2020

Microsoft Teams continues to integrate with hundreds of apps to make our workday more collaborative and productive.

Adrian Scrimshaw

January 15, 2020

How Microsoft is continuing to enable the average user to automate workflows making our workday more efficient.

Adrian Scrimshaw

January 7, 2020

The top 5 takeaways from Microsoft's recent flagship event, Ignite, promising to make your work life more productive.

Sophia Byrne

December 18, 2019

Have you been wondering which tech gadgets you should be considering for Christmas gifts this year? Not these!

Robert Wilkinson

December 11, 2019

Managed Meeting Rooms is an add-on service for Microsoft’s Teams Rooms, purposed to ensure organisations collaborate with seamless and productive meetings.

James Sowry

November 27, 2019

With the NBN slowly drawing closer, it's time to consider your telephony options including Hosted PBX.

Adrian Scrimshaw

November 20, 2019

Access your data the way YOU want to, without compromising security or control.

Adrian Scrimshaw

November 13, 2019

Office 365 includes productivity hacks to increase work efficiency and, ultimately, to ensure customers are making the most of their subscriptions.

Joel Franks

November 6, 2019

Having an Office 365 backup strategy in place is the surest way to ensure continuity in business and to reduce the risk of potential loss of your data.

Philip Page

October 23, 2019

A reminder of the best ways you can request support from us so that we can continue to provide you with exceptional IT services!

Sophia Byrne

October 17, 2019

In a world of remarkable business stories, Crestron Airmedia 2.0 is an easy standout with its HD wireless presentation technology.

James Sowry

September 26, 2019

After 22 years, nearly as many renovations, and countless fond memories, we are saying goodbye to the office we have called home for over 2 decades.

James Sowry

August 14, 2019

Quick, fast tips for making your passwords more secure. See our password dos and dont's.

Matt Blowes

August 9, 2019

Using and remembering passwords doesn't have to be a day-to-day chore. You likely already have the devices needed to reduce your reliance on passwords.

Matt Blowes

July 10, 2019

Facial recognition security in many phones from LG, Sony, Samsung & more is not secure and can easily be fooled by a simple photo. But Face ID by Apple and long passcodes remain viable security methods.

Matt Blowes

April 2, 2019

Outlook on mobile devices has a default setting to automatically allow read receipts in the background, regardless of your desktop settings.

Matt Blowes

February 27, 2019

Microsoft is finally ending support and security updates for Windows 7. Users of the popular operating system should start planning now to ensure their data is kept secure.

Matt Blowes

January 20, 2019

Workplace chat apps like Slack or Microsoft Teams can be far more productive than email, particularly if used cleverly. Here are 11 tips for improving your conversations.

Philip Page

November 19, 2018

Smashed your iPhone screen? Dropped it and cracked the glass on the back? Here's how to repair your iPhone and how much it costs.

Matt Blowes

October 31, 2018

Microsoft have unveiled a significant but familiar redesign for Outlook. A sleeker look with less clutter is the clear priority. Some users may see the changes in a matter of days or weeks, but others might be left waiting for months. Those without Office 365 won't see it at all.

Matt Blowes

September 10, 2018

Microsoft continues to roll-out regular feature updates for its task management app To-Do. Users can now mark high-priority tasks as important. Plus, List Sharing now includes attribution.

Matt Blowes

July 18, 2018

Microsoft finally has a free version that offers a significant amount of functionality & will be appealing for small businesses. Plus can finally be archived into a read-only mode.

Matt Blowes

July 13, 2018

The Sentrian Centurions successfully completed the 55km Oxfam Trailwalk and raised over $5,800 for a great charity!

James Sowry

June 25, 2018

Microsoft is adding more and more new features to Microsoft To-Do with users now able to collaborate for the first time.

Matt Blowes

June 6, 2018

Microsoft is finally dropping support for one of its two mobile email apps. But OWA users may be unsettled by the change. Find out when the OWA apps will stop working and how to replace them.

Matt Blowes

March 15, 2018

Reforms to Australia's domain name system are on the cards, with '.au' addresses coming soon. The public consultation period for the changes is closing soon.

Matt Blowes

February 20, 2018

Technology fuels business innovation but only when placed in the hands of individuals given the freedom and time to ask 'how can this be improved?'.

James Sowry

October 18, 2017

Finding a drop-off zone in the Brisbane CBD is now a bit easier with a new Google Maps overlay.

Matt Blowes

August 28, 2017

Purchasing Microsoft Office can be anything from a split second decision to a large project. See our guide on where to start and how to get the best value.

Matt Blowes

July 26, 2017

Systems Engineer Alex Uhde explores the history of computer viruses to explain where the latest 'WannaCry' & 'NotPetya' attacks came from and how they work.

Alex Uhde

July 5, 2017

If you're looking at a new laptop, it's vital to know whether you're getting a fast solid state drive (SSD). Find out our recommendations.

Matt Blowes

May 24, 2017