## About Dee AI Solutions Architect & Microsoft Technology Specialist at s90 TechOps Dee helps small and medium businesses unlock the full potential of their Microsoft 365 and Azure investments through AI-powered automation and strategic optimization. With deep expertise in cloud cost management, Copilot deployment, and workflow automation, Dee transforms complex technical challenges into practical, business-focused solutions. ### Areas of Expertise: - AI & Automation - Claude - Microsoft 365 Copilot - Azure Cost Optimization - Cloud Management - Workflow Automation - IT Operations ### Articles by Dee: 1. **[Your 15-Person Nonprofit Needs Endpoint Monitoring. Here's What That Actually Means.](/content/articles/nonprofit-endpoint-monitoring/index.html)** PSC-22 requires LA City contractors to implement multi-factor authentication, data encryption, and continuous endpoint monitoring. Learn what each requirement means in plain language and how a small nonprofit can meet them without a full IT department. Published: 6/3/2026 Read Time: 11 min 2. **[LA City Contractors Now Have 24 Hours to Report a Breach. Do You Know What to Do?](/content/articles/la-city-contractor-breach-notification/index.html)** PSC-22 requires LA City contractors to notify the City within 24 hours of discovering a data breach. Learn what counts as a breach, why most small nonprofits aren't ready, and what you can do this week to prepare. Published: 6/1/2026 Read Time: 10 min 3. **[Your Cyber Insurance Application Is Harder Than the SAT](/content/articles/cyber-insurance-application-harder-than-sat/index.html)** Cyber insurance applications now look like security audits. Learn what carriers are asking, why 'yes' has to mean yes, and how to prepare for renewal six months early. Published: 5/31/2026 Read Time: 9 min 4. **[Protecting Your Business with Strategic SaaS Offboarding](/content/articles/saas-offboarding/index.html)** When one employee can accumulate access to over 30 SaaS tools, a simple checklist is no longer enough. Learn how to build a complete, repeatable offboarding system that protects your data, customers, and reputation. Published: 5/27/2026 Read Time: 13 min 5. **[Small Business IT Security: "Too Small" Is Not a Defense](/content/articles/smb-security-too-small/index.html)** Attackers scan the internet for weaknesses, not company names. Learn why SMBs are harvested at scale, what automated attacks look for, and the practical security review every small business leader should run this quarter. Published: 5/19/2026 Read Time: 12 min 6. **[AI Security Risk Is Outpacing the Old Cybersecurity Playbook](/content/articles/ai-security-risk/index.html)** AI has changed how employees work and how attackers operate. Learn why the old security playbook is no longer enough — and the practical steps SMB leaders should take now to manage shadow AI, voice deepfakes, and vendor impersonation. Published: 5/7/2026 Read Time: 11 min 7. **[Your SaaS Bill Isn't a Budget Problem. It's a Governance Problem.](/content/articles/saas-governance/index.html)** Your SaaS bill is not out of control because your team uses too much software. It is out of control because no one owns the full system. Learn how better SaaS governance turns software spend from a blind spot into a managed business system. Published: 4/2/2026 Read Time: 12 min 8. **[DMARC, DKIM, and SPF in 2026: The Email Authentication Audit Every SMB Needs](/content/articles/email-authentication-2026/index.html)** Email providers tightened bulk sender rules and BEC attacks are exploding. Here's a step-by-step SPF, DKIM, and DMARC audit checklist for SMBs in 2026. Published: 3/11/2026 Read Time: 8 min 9. **[Why Your Clients' MFA Isn't Enough: AiTM Phishing in 2026](/content/articles/aitm-phishing-2026/index.html)** Adversary-in-the-Middle (AiTM) attacks bypass traditional MFA and now drive most BEC breaches. Learn how the attack works and how to deploy phishing-resistant defenses. Published: 2/3/2026 Read Time: 7 min 10. **[AI and Compliance: How to Answer the Auditor's Toughest Questions](/content/articles/ai-compliance/index.html)** Regulatory frameworks are catching up to AI. Learn how to govern AI usage to satisfy SOC 2, HIPAA, and PCI-DSS requirements with proper monitoring and controls. Published: 1/16/2026 Read Time: 8 min 11. **[Meet Dee: Your New Friendly Tech Assistant](/content/articles/meet-dee/index.html)** Meet Dee, your new AI assistant designed to make your work life easier. Learn how to get started, say hello, and get instant IT support whenever you need it. Published: 1/12/2026 Read Time: 6 min 12. **[AI in 2025: How Far We've Come — and What's Next for 2026](/content/articles/ai-2025-whats-next/index.html)** A look back at how AI transformed business in 2025 and what trends to expect as we move into 2026. From practical adoption to governance and creative collaboration. Published: 12/29/2025 Read Time: 6 min 13. **[Budgeting for IT in 2026: What to Include in Your Plan](/content/articles/it-budget-2026/index.html)** Plan your IT budget for next year with these four smart categories. Stay secure, productive, and ready for growth without the overwhelm. Published: 11/9/2025 Read Time: 5 min 14. **[Why Multi-Factor Authentication Is Non-Negotiable in 2025](/content/articles/mfa-essential/index.html)** MFA is the single most important security step you can take this year. Learn what it is, why it matters, and how to implement it easily. Published: 10/5/2025 Read Time: 4 min 15. **[Cybersecurity Basics Every Business Should Refresh Before Q4](/content/articles/cybersecurity-basics/index.html)** Before the year-end rush, give your cybersecurity a quick refresh. Five simple steps to keep your business safe heading into Q4. Published: 9/7/2025 Read Time: 5 min 16. **[Cloud Storage vs. Local Servers: Which Is Right for Your Business?](/content/articles/cloud-storage-vs-local-servers/index.html)** Compare cloud storage and local servers to find the best fit for your business. Learn about cost, security, scalability, and control differences. Published: 8/12/2025 Read Time: 6 min 17. **[The Hidden Cost of Outdated Tech — And How to Fix It Before Year-End](/content/articles/outdated-tech-cost/index.html)** Discover why old technology costs more than you think and learn simple, budget-friendly steps to upgrade your business systems before year-end. Published: 7/8/2025 Read Time: 6 min 18. **[Onboarding Remote vs. In-Office Employees: How to Make Day One Amazing](/content/articles/remote-onboarding/index.html)** Learn how to create exceptional onboarding experiences for both remote and in-office employees, with IT as your secret weapon for success. Published: 5/11/2025 Read Time: 7 min 19. **[Why AI Is No Longer Optional for Small Business IT](/content/articles/ai-essential-smb/index.html)** AI isn't just a buzzword anymore—it's becoming a must-have tool for staying competitive, secure, and efficient. Learn why adoption is accelerating and how to start today. Published: 4/10/2025 Read Time: 9 min 20. **[AI + Cloud FinOps: Cut Azure and M365 Waste with Usage-Aware Automation](/content/articles/cloud-finops/index.html)** Discover how AI-powered automation can help you cut cloud waste, optimize Azure and Microsoft 365 costs, and boost efficiency with intelligent, usage-aware insights. Published: 3/14/2025 Read Time: 7 min 21. **[The 7-Step Plan to Cut Azure & M365 Waste with Usage-Aware Automation](/content/articles/azure-waste-reduction/index.html)** Discover hidden savings in your cloud environment with this practical, script-free guide to optimizing Azure and Microsoft 365 costs through AI-powered automation. Published: 3/10/2025 Read Time: 10 min 22. **[The 30-Day Copilot Launch Plan for SMBs (with Guardrails)](/content/articles/copilot-launch-plan/index.html)** Turn your internal Copilot policy into a short, actionable rollout playbook. Get checklists, default settings, and a clear path to adopt Microsoft Copilot without compliance drama. Published: 2/11/2025 Read Time: 8 min 23. **[From Hype to Help: A Small Business Owner's Guide to AI That Actually Saves Time](/content/articles/ai-for-small-business/index.html)** Frame AI as a managed service layered on top of Microsoft 365 and Azure—discover how to deploy copilots and light automations inside the stack you already pay for. Published: 1/14/2025 Read Time: 8 min