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We had a blast last Tuesday at our Executive Dinner, turned Murder Mystery! Thank you to Jay Ducote for dying to entertain us (as well as providing an amazing dinner.) We appreciated everyone who could come out, network, eat, and uncover a killer with us.

Check out Destiny Clark and Timothy Boddie repping Sparkhound in this awesome BTR video!

We jumped on the Chat GPT Studio Ghibli train for a second to see what a "Sparkhound" would look like. What do you think?

Let's talk about file systems. 🗂️ Does your company have clear and cohesive spots for your information, or is it all over the place? When looking for a file, does it feel more like a maze, full of dead ends and wrong turns? A well-organized file system is so crucial to the health of your company. With it, your company can reduce time searching for files, increasing efficiency and productivity. Efficient file management can minimize the costs associated with information retrieval and management. Data loss recovery is much easier with an organized system, but hey! If your information is organized, it's easier to implement adequate security measures, making data loss less risky. So, take a moment to reflect. Is your data system up to the task?

We are two weeks away from this Ask-Me-Anything about Teams webinar! Get your burning questions answered by our experts, DeWayne Evans and Erik LaCaze. 🗓️ Tuesday, April 8th @ 10 AM CST 👇 Registration in the comments

Brian Condon has been rocking it lately! We felt like it was only right to spotlight him this month. When asked about his experience at Sparkhound, Brian said, "At Sparkhound, I deeply appreciate the vibrant culture and the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse group of talented individuals. The company's commitment to inclusiveness, empowerment, and personal growth fosters a supportive environment where I feel valued and motivated. Being part of a team that emphasizes fun, positivity, and professional development makes me proud to call myself a Sparkie." We're proud to call Brian a "Sparkie" too! Keep up the amazing work!

#WeAreHiring an IT Infrastructure and Security Consultant in the Baton Rouge area. As an IT Infrastructure and Security Consultant, you would be responsible for assisting with the implementation of Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps, with the follow-on maintenance and operations of the Microsoft Defender Suite of products. The role requires on-site support at the client’s office in Baton Rouge, LA. This is a one-year project for a W-2 temporary employee. It may be possible to extend beyond one year. In this role, you will be responsible for: 🔑 Security Implementation and Management: Design, implement, and manage comprehensive security measures to protect computer systems, networks, and sensitive information from cyber threats. 💡 Microsoft Defender Suite Expertise: Utilize the full range of Microsoft Defender products, including Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Microsoft Defender for Office 365, and Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps, to ensure robust threat protection, detection, and response capabilities. 🗂️ Microsoft O365 Administration: Administer and support the Microsoft O365 suite, including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, and OneDrive, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance. 📋 Policy Development and Enforcement: Develop, implement, and enforce security policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices. 📉 Incident Response and Analysis: Respond to security incidents promptly, conduct thorough investigations, and provide detailed post-event analyses to prevent future occurrences. 🌐 Continuous Learning: Stay current with the latest security trends, threats, and technologies. Participate in ongoing training and professional development to maintain and enhance expertise.

We are a little more than a year away from SharePoint 2013 going away for good (April 2, 2026). Now is the time to move your workflows from that platform onto Power Automate. Check out our whole video on how to prepare yourself for the switch, and feel free to reach out to us at Sparkhound for help. 

It's no secret that we spend a large amount of our work week in communication of some kind. In the past few years, we've seen a dramatic shift from email to messaging apps like Slack and Teams. Where do you tend to communicate with people? Are you still primarily emailing, have you switched to messaging apps, or are you using your phone more than anything?

One of the newest known #cyberattacks from North Korea, #KoSpy, was reported to have hit the Google Play app store at some point in its campaign. Though the spyware's goal is unknown, it's a good time to be vigilant. Let's realign ourselves on what to do before downloading and installing apps.