Why Your Cloud Costs Keep Rising: Common Causes and How to Regain Control
Cloud costs rarely increase because of a single bad decision. More often, they grow gradually
August 29, 2026
Insights & News
Actionable IT insights for your business and news from the Affinity Smart team.
Why Basic Email Security Isn’t Enough for Modern Businesses
Email remains one of the most common ways cybercriminals target businesses. That shouldn’t come as
August 28, 2026
7 Signs Your Cloud Infrastructure Is Underperforming
Cloud technology is designed to make businesses more agile, reliable, and efficient. But when a
August 27, 2026
Lessons from Real Cyberattacks Part 2: Why Governance Matters for AI and Cloud Projects
In Part 1 of this series, we explored how weak governance can create serious business
August 26, 2026
Lessons from Real Cyberattacks Part 1: How Poor Governance Can Hold Back Business Growth
When most businesses think about cybersecurity, they picture ransomware attacks, data breaches, and recovery costs.
August 25, 2026
Understanding AI Terminology: Models, Prompts, Agents and Workflows Explained
Artificial intelligence is becoming a regular topic in business conversations, but the terminology can often
August 22, 2026
Which Industries Benefit Most from Managed IT Services?
Managed IT services can benefit almost any business, but some industries experience the advantages sooner
August 21, 2026
Claude vs ChatGPT vs Microsoft Copilot: Which AI Tool Is Best for Your Business?
Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming part of everyday business operations, but choosing the right AI
August 20, 2026
CRM vs ERP: Which One Does Your Business Need?
CRM and ERP systems are often discussed together, but they are designed to solve very
August 3, 2026