Abadata Computer Corp. Urges Business Owners to Prepare for October 14, 2025 and Avoid a Costly IT Crisis

The Windows 10 Deadline is Approaching Fast - Are You Ready?

MICHIGAN – June 6, 2025 – Abadata Computer Corp., a leading managed technology ser-vices provider (MTSP), is encouraging business owners to prepare now for the upcoming end-of-life for Windows 10. Small to mid-sized businesses (SMBs) that utilize Windows 10 to support their infrastructure will be affected by this on October 14, 2025, and businesses without a plan will be compromised. Starting on that date, Microsoft will officially discontinue all support for the operating system, meaning no more security updates, no feature enhancements, and no technical support. This means organizations will be exposed to secu-rity leaks, teams relying on obsolete tools and no ability for anyone to assist.

“If your organization is running Windows 10 after the deadline, you’re gambling with your security, performance, and productivity,” said Dave Wineman, President at Abadata. While technology will still function, it will degrade on an accelerated schedule. First, security vulnerabilities will go unpatched, leaving systems wide open to modern cyberattacks. Next, no technical support will be available from Microsoft. No feature or performance updates will be provided, and many organizations may find themselves unable to run critical software or interface with updated platforms, due to incompatibility issues.

“This is where a proactive technology provider like Abadata is invaluable,” said Wineman. “We manage our customers’ technology 24x7 and help them plan for obsolescence, so they are always secure, supported, and productive. This helps avoid large capital expenditures and maintains productivity across teams and systems. If your current provider hasn’t already started talking to you about a Windows 10 transition, that’s a red flag.”

The biggest surprise for many Windows users is that much of the hardware (aka computers, laptops, servers, etc.) made more than 3-5 years ago will not meet the minimum system requirements for upgrading to Windows 11. This will force many organizations into large, unexpected capital expenditures, especially if they want to keep their teams busy.

“This isn’t just a software update. Most older desktops, laptops, and servers will simply not be compatible with Windows 11,” added Wineman. “So, if you’ve been trying to stretch your hardware lifecycle just a little longer—you’re officially out of runway.”

The team at Abadata is helping businesses to plan for this transition by following a 4-Step Plan:

1. Determine Windows 11 Compatibility for All Hardware: Abadata strongly advises organizations to evaluate their current hardware to determine Windows 11 compatibility.

2. Develop a roadmap for replacing outdated devices: By taking the time to do this ahead of the deadline, organizations will seamlessly operate.

3. Avoid DIY upgrades: Organizations that forget to plan are often tempted to “do-it-yourself” upgrades, which can result in total data loss, system instability or voiding their cybersecurity insurance.

4. Partner with Abadata: We recommend you work with a certified managed technology services provider like Abadata. The company is ISO 27001 Compliant. Only a handful of providers in the U.S. and Canada are compliant.

While Microsoft will make Windows 11 software freely available, upgrading isn’t as simple as clicking a button. Abadata encourages all existing customers and local businesses to start evaluating their technology infrastructure immediately, rather than wait until the last minute when inventory and support resources may be scarce.

“If you’re running on outdated machines and aging servers, this is the moment to invest in your long-term efficiency,” Wineman concluded. “The older your hardware is, the slower, less secure, and more expensive it becomes to maintain. Let’s use this deadline as an opportunity to upgrade wisely.”

Abadata Computer Corp. Protects Customers with the Best First Line of Defense Against Cyber Attacks

Leading MTSP Implements Multi-Factor Authentication, which 72% of Organizations Lack

MICHIGAN – May, 2025 – Abadata Computer Corp., a leading managed technology ser-vices provider (MTSP), is reinforcing the critical importance of Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) to protect organizations from cyberthreats, employee error and network vulnerabilities. MFA is still the single most cost-effective solution to reduce network risk. In fact, according to a 2023 Microsoft study, 99.9% of compromised Office 365 accounts lacked MFA, whereas only 0.1% of the companies with MFA-enabled were negatively affected by a breach. The exponential returns for minimal security effort highlights MFA as an obvious cybersecurity solution for organizations. Abadata is protecting businesses, institutions and non-profits alike by implementing this incredibly simple extra security step that can make a real impact.

MFA requires users to verify their identity with a second factor—like a code sent to their phone, a fingerprint scan, or a face ID—before logging in. This extra step makes it exponentially harder for hackers to break into accounts, even if they have a stolen password. Despite its effectiveness, most organizations still don’t require it. Why?

• Resistance to Change – Organizations worry about adding an extra step to logins, fearing employee complaints.

• Misplaced Confidence – Many assume their passwords are already strong enough, despite the rise of sophisticated phishing attacks and credential leaks.

• IT Providers Not Pushing It – Most IT providers hesitate to enforce MFA.

“If you knew that putting a lock on your front door would prevent 99.99% of break-ins, would you voluntarily leave it unlocked? How often do you wear a seatbelt even though it’s only 45-60% effective?,” said Dave Wineman, President at Abadata. “The same logic applies to MFA. Yet, many businesses still don’t enforce it, leaving their networks wide open to attacks. Even though people don’t like added steps, this offers such a strong benefit to your organization that we believe your IT provider or IT staff are morally obligated to demand you enable 2-Step Verification. If you don’t have MFA, you should reassess what caliber of IT support you actually have safeguarding your business.”

While some users find traditional MFA methods slightly inconvenient, the technology is evolving to become even simpler. In the next several years, the user experience (UX) will improve through features like; biometric authentication – face scans and fingerprints replacing text message codes, touchscreen-based approvals – instead of typing a code, users will tap a button on their device, or password less logins. All of these will make it even simpler to prevent cyber-attacks.

"The good news is that MFA will only get easier and more seamless in the future," added Wineman. "But until then, businesses still need to take action, now."

Abadata Computer Corp. Achieves ISO 27001 Compliance Positioning Itself as Elite in Cybersecurity

Leading MTSP Recognized for Superior Cybersecurity Standards and Protocols

MICHIGAN – April, 2025 – Abadata Computer Corp., a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), is proud to announce it is following the ISO 27001 Compliance Program, a globally recognized standard for information security management. This places Abadata among an elite group of technology providers who have voluntarily chosen to hold themselves to the highest possible cybersecurity standards and protocols—at a time when it matters most.

ISO 27001 is the international gold standard for how organizations should manage information security. While most Managed IT Services Providers (MSPs) operate without clear accountability or regulatory oversight, Abadata has not only equipped itself with leading technologies, but the company has taken another step for their customers, by committing to third-party validation to prove its practices meet stringent data protection and risk mitigation benchmarks. Abadata is leveraging the ISO Compliance Program provided by Technology Assurance Group (TAG), an organization of top managed technology services providers with over a $1 billion in annual products and services. TAG’s comprehensive processes and protocols will enhance Abadata’s operations to successfully become ISO 27001 Compliant.

“Unfortunately, we’re in an industry where anyone can become a Managed IT Services Provider,” said Dave Wineman, President at Abadata. “You could’ve been a truck driver yesterday and start calling yourself a technology provider today. What clients don’t always realize is that without standards, their cybersecurity is only as strong as the judgment of their technician, whose qualifications are tough to ascertain, especially when most business owners tend to be less technical. Earning ISO 27001 compliance proves we don’t just talk about cybersecurity—we execute at the highest level.”

For small to mid-sized business owners, the technology industry can feel like the Wild West. ISO 27001 Compliance brings structure, discipline, and most importantly, proof that a provider is proactively managing risk. It typically takes over six months and tens of thousands of dollars to earn this compliance, meaning only a very small minority actually pursue it, with even fewer achieving it.

“ISO 27001 Compliance is especially relevant for our clients in regulated industries like finance, healthcare, or manufacturing, where compliance requirements are becoming even stricter. In fact, in some cases, cybersecurity insurance claims are denied if businesses don’t work with qualified Managed IT Services Providers.” Wineman continued, “What sets Abadata apart isn’t just the badge on the wall. It’s the expertise, processes, protocols, and globally recognized requirement behind it.”

While ISO 27001 compliance is one key marker to help business owners to decipher between qualified and unqualified cybersecurity organizations, there are other telltale signs to watch for. For example, if your cybersecurity provider’s technology stack is essentially a “one-time, ‘set-it-and-forget-it’” antivirus program, this might serve as a red flag. Additionally, you should be utilizing multi-factor authentication (MFA), not to mention, rigorous patch management and 24/7 monitoring.

“ISO compliance means we’re not guessing. We’re not relying on duct tape fixes or shortcuts. We follow a documented, repeatable process that’s been validated by third-party auditors,” added Wineman.

While many SMBs still believe they’re too small to be a target for cybercrime, the statistics say otherwise. Especially through the proliferation of AI, small businesses need to leverage AI-based technology to outpace cybercriminals. Increasingly, cyber insurance providers and regulatory bodies are beginning to require adherence to standards like ISO 27001, as it provides structure in a wide-open industry. Businesses that can’t prove compliance may face denied claims, legal issues, or lost revenue from downtime and breaches.

Working with an ISO 27001-compliant provider like Abadata ensures that your IT team is not only managing your infrastructure, but also protecting your organization’s reputation and continuity, so that you can focus on revenue growth, company culture and the areas of your business which yield returns.

Mastering Execution: Abadata Computer Corp.’s Leadership Invited to Attend 24th Annual TAG Convention
Technology Assurance Group Gathers Top Managed Technology Services Providers to
Discuss the Future of Cloud IT, Cybersecurity, and Business Innovation

MICHIGAN – March 25, 2025 – Abadata Computer Corp., a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), is proud to announce that they’ve been invited to attend the 24th Annual Technology Assurance Group (TAG) Convention in Louisville, Kentucky, from May 14-16. TAG is an organization of premier managed technology services providers (MTSPs) representing over $1 billion in products and services. This exclusive event brings together the nation’s elite technology providers to collaborate on the future of IT, cloud solutions, cybersecurity, and business innovation. The convention’s primary objective is to leverage collective mindshare to enhance client experiences and technology evolution.

The theme of TAG’s convention, “Execution: Action, Results, Reward,” highlights the critical role of flawless execution in today’s rapidly evolving tech landscape. With organiza-tions facing an unprecedented convergence of technical, informational, and transforma-tional change, those that execute effectively will be the ones that rise above the rest. Businesses who rely upon MTSPs for secure, efficient, effective technology infrastructure need to be assured that their MTSP operates and executes at the most elite levels.

“We’re thrilled to participate in such an amazing event with the best of the best in our industry,” said Dave Wineman, President at Abadata. “When we’re in the company of so many bright minds, we gain so much information, invaluable insights into industry best practices and discover emerging technologies which we bring to our customers. Our ability to execute at the highest level directly impacts our clients’ bottom line. Our job isn’t just to provide technology, it’s to find new ways of making it more profitable, efficient, and secure for those we serve.”

One of the highpoints of this year’s convention will be a keynote speech from Matt Eversmann, First Sergeant Retired and American hero. Eversmann’s story was made fa-mous by the bestselling book and 2001 movie Black Hawk Down, in which he was por-trayed by actor Josh Hartnett. In October 1993, Eversmann and his Ranger company de-ployed to Mogadishu, Somalia, where they faced a grueling 15-hour battle that resulted in 18 U.S. service members killed and 84 wounded. His leadership under fire became a sym-bol of duty, courage, and selfless service.

“Matt’s execution under extreme pressure will serve as an inspiration for TAG Mem-bers, reinforcing each Member’s commitment to upholding the same values in the technol-ogy industry,” said Brian Suerth, President of TAG. “Abadata is an exceptional organization and we’re thrilled to have their executive team share their extraordinary insights with their peers. Abadata will undoubtedly walk away with new strategies and methods to execute with even more precision, drive better client results, and deliver more powerful rewards for their customers.

In a world where cybersecurity threats are increasing, cloud adoption is accelerating, and businesses demand seamless technology solutions, MTSPs must remain at the cutting edge of execution. The TAG Convention serves as a curated gathering point for industry leaders to collaborate, innovate, and share ideas that will shape the future of managed technology services.

Abadata Announces Leadership Succession as Nicki Depcinski and Raymond Phillips Take the Helm

Longtime Team Members Step Into Ownership, Ensuring Stability and Growth for Customers

SEBEWAING, MI – March 6, 2025 – Abadata Computer Corporation, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP) is excited to announce its leadership transition as Nicki Depcinski and Raymond Phillips officially take ownership of the company. Depcinski, who has been with Abadata since 2019, and Phillips, who joined in 2014 as Chief Technology Officer (CTO), will continue building on the company’s legacy while driving innovation and customer-focused growth.

The transition is the result of a well-planned succession strategy developed by founder Dave Wineman, who remains actively involved in an advisory and ownership capacity. While the transition has been made official the day-to-day operations will remain largely unchanged as Depcinski and Phillips have been integral members of the team for many years. The company will retain its 12-person team, ensuring a seamless experience for the thousands of clients who rely on Abadata for IT solutions, cybersecurity, and automation services.

Unlike sudden ownership changes that can disrupt operations, Abadata’s transition has been gradual and intentional. Depcinski has taken a hands-on approach, overseeing business operations, finance, and legal aspects, while Phillips serves as the company’s Chief Technology Officer (CTO), spearheading technical strategy and innovation.

“We didn’t just wake up one morning and decide to take over,” said Depcinski. “This has been a thoughtful process, ensuring that every customer who walks through our door continues to receive the same exceptional service and expertise they’ve always known.”

As Abadata moves forward, the company remains committed to helping businesses stay ahead of the ever-evolving technology landscape. With cybersecurity threats growing, Depcinski and Phillips are focused on strengthening security solutions, ensuring that customers are protected from potential risks.

“Cybersecurity isn’t just an IT issue—it’s imperative to the longevity of our livelihoods,” said Phillips. “Our goal is to continue educating and protecting our clients while integrating advanced automation solutions to make their businesses run smoother and more efficiently.”

With a strong foundation built on word-of-mouth referrals and deep client relationships, Abadata is set to continue its legacy of excellence under its new leadership. Depcinski and Phillip’s dedication to innovation and customer success ensures that businesses of all sizes can rely on Abadata for secure, efficient, and future-ready technology solutions.

For more information, please visit https://www.abadata.com or call 989.883.3411.

ABOUT ABADATA COMPUTER CORPORATION

Abadata Computer Corporation was started in 1981 by David W. Wineman as the Michigan Distributor of US Robotics modems and equipment. Shortly thereafter, ABADATA started the network integration segment of the business by selling, servicing and installing network equipment. Abadata has placed the utmost importance on the technical expertise of its staff, and each employee possesses multiple certifications in various network and telephony-based systems. Abadata has been serving the needs of nearly every industry for over 35 years and has deployed technology solutions in industries ranging from education to medical to government to much more.

Abadata’s mission is to make computerization magically easy. This idea is best personified by the “Magic the Bunny” who can be found on the company logo. Whether Abadata is serving its customers with antivirus, education, web, customer service or telephony needs, and customers can rest assured that Magic will be present. Abadata is committed to providing these kinds of experiences for their customers.

In addition to ease of use, Abadata has also been committed to utilizing technology to increase their customers’ profitability and provide them with a competitive advantage. By concerning themselves with their customers’ bottom line, they’ve have aligned themselves with their customers’ goals and as a result they’ve established strong relationships across the board.

The company philosophy is to continually be on the leading edge of technology. David Wineman, CEO, states, “forward-thinking companies take on significantly more risk for the benefit of their customers. Throughout the years, we’ve learned that our customers appreciate our proactive approach to solving problems.

Abadata has consistently been at the forefront of advancing technology for Communication Systems, cloud and online storage, back up services and Computer Technology. In Abadata 2012 successfully purchased another Michigan company, Chris Consulting. Today Abadata has 12 professional employees and continues to uphold the same values that they started with in 1981. They understand that education and integrity are vital to creating lasting customer relationships, and the company consistently works at making sure these characteristics are at the very core of Abadata.

In 2011, in the pursuit of knowledge and better resources, the company became a member of Technology Assurance Group (TAG), an international organization representing nearly $350 million in products and services that provides the competitive advantages necessary to propel unified communications companies to regional dominance. For more on Abadata please visit www.abadata.com or call us at 989 883 3411.

Abadata Computer Corp. Delivers Strategic Business Reviews to Help Organizations Capitalize on Today’s Technology

Leading Managed Technology Services Provider Accelerates Customer Productivity and Profitability

MICHIGAN – November 21, 2024 – Abadata Computer Corp., a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), announced the expansion of its Strategic Business Reviews (SBR), designed to help organizations maximize their technology investments. With many small to mid-sized business owners either under-resourced or undereducated on the latest innovations in the IT and cybersecurity space, Abadata has stepped in to serve as a fractional CTO for business owners who need help with strategic planning. Instead of focusing on lower-level information, such as the number of service tickets completed, number of threats prevented, these reviews are not just routine check-ins, but a systematic approach to understand how their clients are growing their businesses and how to apply new technology to drive innovation, increase productivity, and boost profitability within those specific areas.

“In today’s environment, simply meeting expectations is no longer enough. To truly thrive, businesses must exceed expectations,” stated Dave Wineman, President of Abadata. The organization’s Strategic Business Reviews foster open, respectful, and candid conversations between customers and technology advisors, in order to leverage collective expertise to help businesses scale intelligently. “It's not just about how many support tickets we closed,” said Wineman. “Our focus is understanding which specific obstacles are preventing our clients from growing. Then, our responsibility is to act as a stand-in or sounding board for the organization’s CTO. By providing business owners with access to a panel of IT experts, we set the stage to ensure that their long-term vision can be actualized from an IT standpoint. While this may be controversial, since it requires significant resources on our side, when we help our clients strategize on the appropriate technology roadmap necessary to reach their goals we earn their trust to recommend solutions in the future. For us, it’s about investing the time up-front, so that when their business is propelled forward, they remember the value of our guidance. And when our clients win, we win, too.”

Abadata's Strategic Business Reviews function in the same manner as a fractional CTO would, empowering businesses to leverage technology more deliberately and providing expert guidance to navigate the future. With the average business owner relying on outdated IT advice from a single IT employee, internet searches or a cousin who builds websites, Abadata is bringing sophisticated IT infrastructure road mapping to organizations who need that level of expertise the most. The reviews cover essential areas, including:

• Performance and Network Review: Evaluating the overall performance of the organization’s network to ensure uptime and efficiency, since companies can only grow as quickly as their networks can reliably perform.

• Cybersecurity Overview: Assessing which cyber threats have been avoided and offering proactive recommendations for stronger security. Additionally, SBRs help clients prioritize threat severity levels so they don’t overpay for comprehensive solutions, which don’t match their immediate goals, “right-sizing” their cybersecurity defense based on real data.

• Growth & Innovation: Identifying areas for company growth and introducing new technology solutions to enhance operations.

“We’ve been around for so long because we don’t just fix problems; we anticipate them,” added Wineman. “Through these reviews, we can understand what’s happening within clients’ businesses behind-the-scenes, which enables us to suggest ways to optimize their operations. Additionally, after working with hundreds of businesses, another huge outcome of these meetings is that we’ve found ourselves introducing one client to another client, if there’s a high probability of mutual benefit. Through our many years in the industry, we’ve also learned which companies to work with and which to avoid, so we share the benefit of that experience with our clients, so they only work with companies who possess a stellar reputation. We’ve even gone so far as to refer clients to other shipping providers, which is completely unrelated to our services, but we do it simply because we recognize it could reduce costs and drive profitability. The core reason we exist is because we find ways to help our fellow business owner succeed, despite all the challenges they face.”

Another example of an issue that’s been solved as a result of SBRs is that many companies who’ve migrated to WFH (work-from-home) or hybrid environments have run into cybersecurity insurance “escape clauses,” subtly written into their agreements with shady insurers. Abadata has actually uncovered documents which essentially state, “If your IT provider attempts to resolve this threat, at any point, we are no longer liable for any damage to your company,” which is an egregious manipulation that may slip past the awareness of the typical business owner. In response, Abadata not only offers complimentary reviews to these types of predatory cyber insurance agreements to pinpoint these illegitimate “escape clauses” but they’ve gone a step further to rectify the issue completely via redundant insurance agreements. Through their partnership with Lloyd’s of London, this creates a double layer of cyber insurance whereby if a client’s insurer tries to shirk their responsibilities, Abadata’s insurance extends to the client’s operation, effectively giving them “double-coverage” via an ironclad agreement put together by Abadata’s legal team. Wineman added, "Insurance costs skyrocketed when businesses shifted to remote work, and many companies were caught off guard by sneaky loopholes in their policies, however, we’ve worked with Lloyd’s of London to make sure our clients aren’t left exposed. We believe it’s our duty to protect our client’s best interests, especially, when no reasonable person would expect them to catch this level of granular manipulation.”

Abadata’s Strategic Business Reviews are a two-way educational process, where—Abadata learns more about the client’s specific business needs, while also educating them on new technology trends, security risks, and potential growth opportunities. This collaborative approach solidifies the relationship as a trusted business partner, not just an IT provider.

“By taking a proactive role in our clients’ business strategies, we build a deeper relationship based on mutual respect and trust.” In a fast-paced industry, with many companies “here today, but gone tomorrow,” MTSPs like Abadata are poised to provide stability, so their clients can rest assured that their technology not only supports their business today but drives its growth tomorrow.

For more information or if you’d like to request one of Abadata’s Strategic Business Reviews, please visit www.abadata.com or contact (989) 883-3411.

Abadata Computer Corp. Protects Customers with the Best First Line of Defense Against Cyber Attacks

Leading MTSP Implements Multi-Factor Authentication, which 72% of Organizations Lack

MICHIGAN – May, 2025 – Abadata Computer Corp., a leading managed technology ser-vices provider (MTSP), is reinforcing the critical importance of Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) to protect organizations from cyberthreats, employee error and network vulnerabilities. MFA is still the single most cost-effective solution to reduce network risk. In fact, according to a 2023 Microsoft study, 99.9% of compromised Office 365 accounts lacked MFA, whereas only 0.1% of the companies with MFA-enabled were negatively affected by a breach. The exponential returns for minimal security effort highlights MFA as an obvious cybersecurity solution for organizations. Abadata is protecting businesses, institutions and non-profits alike by implementing this incredibly simple extra security step that can make a real impact.

MFA requires users to verify their identity with a second factor—like a code sent to their phone, a fingerprint scan, or a face ID—before logging in. This extra step makes it exponentially harder for hackers to break into accounts, even if they have a stolen password. Despite its effectiveness, most organizations still don’t require it. Why?

• Resistance to Change – Organizations worry about adding an extra step to logins, fearing employee complaints.

• Misplaced Confidence – Many assume their passwords are already strong enough, despite the rise of sophisticated phishing attacks and credential leaks.

• IT Providers Not Pushing It – Most IT providers hesitate to enforce MFA.

“If you knew that putting a lock on your front door would prevent 99.99% of break-ins, would you voluntarily leave it unlocked? How often do you wear a seatbelt even though it’s only 45-60% effective?,” said Dave Wineman, President at Abadata. “The same logic applies to MFA. Yet, many businesses still don’t enforce it, leaving their networks wide open to attacks. Even though people don’t like added steps, this offers such a strong benefit to your organization that we believe your IT provider or IT staff are morally obligated to demand you enable 2-Step Verification. If you don’t have MFA, you should reassess what caliber of IT support you actually have safeguarding your business.”

While some users find traditional MFA methods slightly inconvenient, the technology is evolving to become even simpler. In the next several years, the user experience (UX) will improve through features like; biometric authentication – face scans and fingerprints replacing text message codes, touchscreen-based approvals – instead of typing a code, users will tap a button on their device, or password less logins. All of these will make it even simpler to prevent cyber-attacks.

"The good news is that MFA will only get easier and more seamless in the future," added Wineman. "But until then, businesses still need to take action, now."