TECH-IT-OUT: MFA, SAML, Single Sign On Authentication and MFA Fatigue

In this episode of Krome Cast Tech-IT-Out, we discuss security and compliance, focusing specifically on leveraging the tools available within M365, such as Microsoft Purview. 

Krome's CTO Rupert Mills and Commercial Director Sam Mager, explore how Microsoft 365 tools can enhance data governance, information protection, and compliance within an organisation's existing Microsoft ecosystem, emphasising how organisations can maximise the value of their existing E5 or E3 licenses to improve data security and regulatory adherence.

This podcast highlights the advantages of leveraging the built-in functionalities of M365, including data classification, access control, and audit trails, using Microsoft Purview, eliminating the need for multiple third-party tools and simplifying the compliance process.

► ABOUT KROME: Krome Technologies is a technically strong, people-centric technology consultancy, focused on delivering end-to-end infrastructure and security solutions that solve business challenges and protect critical data. We work collaboratively with clients, forming long-term business partnerships, applying knowledge, experience and the resources our clients need to solve problems, design solutions and co-create agile, efficient and scalable IT services.

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In this episode of Krome Cast, Tech-IT-Out we delve into the world of Cloud Optimisation, focusing on maximising efficiency and reducing costs through the correct sizing and management of your Cloud environment.

If implemented incorrectly, improper Cloud utilisation can lead to inefficiency, unforeseen expenses, compromised security, and can cause unnecessary environmental impact.

Krome's CTO Rupert Mills and Commercial Director Sam Mager, explore the intricacies of Cloud optimisation, from both a cost optimisation and technical optimisation perspective, and discuss the importance of using the right tools and management strategies for monitoring and adjusting resources to achieve efficiency and cost savings. 

Various Cloud Optimisation tools such as from the large hyperscalers, such as AWS Compute Optimizer, and Microsoft Cost Management are explored, as well as third-party vendors like VMware CloudHealth (Aria) and IBM Turbonomics.

► ABOUT KROME: Krome Technologies is a technically strong, people-centric technology consultancy, focused on delivering end-to-end infrastructure and security solutions that solve business challenges and protect critical data. We work collaboratively with clients, forming long-term business partnerships, applying knowledge, experience and the resources our clients need to solve problems, design solutions and co-create agile, efficient and scalable IT services.

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In this tech panel episode of Krome Cast Tech IT Out, we delve into the critical topic of developing a carbon-neutral strategy, aligned with government-mandated targets; we explore how to measure your emissions and the ways to reduce carbon emissions that can help drive sustainable change.

This episode features Krome’s Commercial Director Sam Mager, Technical Director Ben Randall, CEO, Rupert Mills and Danielle Hammond, Krome's Operation Director. Our panelists share their insights and experiences on reducing carbon emissions and creating a sustainable business model. 

We discuss the intricacies of measuring emissions across the three scopes defined by global standards, and we explore the practical steps businesses can take to mitigate their environmental impact. 

Our panellists also delve into the significance of setting targets to align with government-mandated objectives and we discuss how companies can leverage technology solutions to help reduce emissions effectively.

As an organisation we started our journey toward carbon neutrality in 2021, we’ve made a commitment to ensure sustainability is at the core of our operations, and we aim to halve our emissions before 2035, achieving net-zero emissions ahead of the UK’s 2050 target.

► ABOUT KROME: Krome Technologies is a technically strong, people-centric technology consultancy, focused on delivering end-to-end infrastructure and security solutions that solve business challenges and protect critical data. We work collaboratively with clients, forming long-term business partnerships, applying knowledge, experience and the resources our clients need to solve problems, design solutions and co-create agile, efficient and scalable IT services.

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In this episode of Krome Cast Tech IT Out, released on World Password Day 2023, we discuss password security best practices and share our tips on password policies and good password hygiene.

A single weak password can be all it takes for a hacker to gain access to sensitive information, putting your business, and clients at risk.

This episode features Krome’s Commercial Director Sam Mager, and Technical Director Ben Randall, sharing their tips on how to review and manage your company’s password policies and make sure your employees are aware of the importance of using strong, unique passwords for all accounts.

► ABOUT KROME: Krome Technologies is a technically strong, people-centric technology consultancy, focused on delivering end-to-end infrastructure and security solutions that solve business challenges and protect critical data. We work collaboratively with clients, forming long-term business partnerships, applying knowledge, experience and the resources our clients need to solve problems, design solutions and co-create agile, efficient and scalable IT services.

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In this episode of Krome Cast, Tech-IT-Out, we discuss the advancements in AI, and how Artificial Intelligence has seemingly taken a giant leap forward in 2023, with the development of Open AI ChatGPT and the other AI tools in the market. 

This episode features Krome's co-founders Sam Mager and Rupert Mills, discussing the evolution of AI, the effect of AI on industries and the security concerns of AI and Chat GPT, along with Microsoft's investment in ChatGPT and the exciting ways in which Microsoft ChatGPT will extend its capabilities further!

► ABOUT KROME: Krome Technologies is a technically strong, people-centric technology consultancy, focused on delivering end-to-end infrastructure and security solutions that solve business challenges and protect critical data. We work collaboratively with clients, forming long-term business partnerships, applying knowledge, experience and the resources our clients need to solve problems, design solutions and co-create agile, efficient and scalable IT services.

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In this episode of Krome Cast: Tech-IT-Out we discuss Multifactor Authentication, SAML Authentication, SSO Single Sign-On and how to protect users against MFA Fatigue.

This tech panel podcast features Krome's Commercial Director, Sam Mager, along with Krome's Head of Security Operations, Paul Edwards, Technical Director Ben Randall, and CTO Rupert Mills, sharing their insights on MFA authentication best practises and how you can protect your organisation from an MFA Fatigue attack.

► ABOUT KROME: Krome Technologies is a technically strong, people-centric technology consultancy, focused on delivering end-to-end infrastructure and security solutions that solve business challenges and protect critical data. We work collaboratively with clients, forming long-term business partnerships, applying knowledge, experience and the resources our clients need to solve problems, design solutions and co-create agile, efficient and scalable IT services.

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► ABOUT KROME: Krome Technologies is a technically strong, people-centric technology consultancy, focused on delivering end-to-end infrastructure and security solutions that solve business challenges and protect critical data. We work collaboratively with clients, forming long-term business partnerships, applying knowledge, experience and the resources our clients need to solve problems, design solutions and co-create agile, efficient and scalable IT services.

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In this episode of Krome Cast - Tech IT Out, we discuss upgrading to vSphere 7 before the end of general support for vSphere 6.5 and vSphere 6.7, on the 15th October 2022. 

For any VMware customers that have delayed upgrading their vSphere environment, due to other projects or the pandemic, now is the time to embark on your vSphere 7 upgrade, or even to the latest version vSphere 8 (which was announced this week 30.08.22). 

In this podcast, we talk about some of the key enhancements between vSphere 6.7 and vSphere 7, including the integration with Kubernetes, the improvements made to patching with VMware Lifecycle Manager, the new MFA feature which protects your environment from attacks, enhanced DRS functionality and the integration with Azure, AWS, G-Cloud and improved DR functionality. We also review how the new vSphere+ allows you to manage a multi-cloud environment, with a centralised management console. 

This tech panel podcast features Krome's Commercial Director, Sam Mager, along with Krome's MD, Rupert Mills, sharing their insights and own personal opinions on the VMware acquisition by Broadcom, and what this could potentially mean for VMware customers in the future; whilst we cannot predict the future, Sam and Rupert discuss the potential commercial changes that could be seen as a result, such as moving towards a consumption and subscription model in the future.

🕐 Timestamps 🕐
00:00 Introductions to vSphere 7 and vSphere+
00:54 End of general support for vSphere 6.7 and vSphere 6.5
01:52 Key differences between vSphere 6.7 and vSphere 7.0
04:01 vSphere plus multi-cloud management
04:49 Hyperscaler integrations
06:35 Kubernetes vSphere integration
07:02 vSphere 7.0 upgrade considerations
08:41 VMware acquisition by Broadcom, opinions based on industry news and reports

► ABOUT KROME: Krome Technologies is a technically strong, people-centric technology consultancy, focused on delivering end-to-end infrastructure and security solutions that solve business challenges and protect critical data. We work collaboratively with clients, forming long-term business partnerships, applying knowledge, experience and the resources our clients need to solve problems, design solutions and co-create agile, efficient and scalable IT services.

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In this episode of Krome Cast: Tech IT Out, we discuss leased lines and the considerations needed to ensure resilience for your business communications.

When it comes to business communications, having a fast and reliable platform is critical, but how do you select which provider offers you the most resilient solutions, and what happens in the event of a failure? 

This podcast features Krome’s Commercial Director, Sam Mager, along with Krome's Pre-Sales Telecommunications Consultant, Jonathan Ledner, sharing their insights into implementing leased lines, the different connection types, and their advantages/disadvantages and the key considerations required to implement a resilient business communication network.

CHAPTERS
00:00 - Welcome & Introductions
00:36 - How does a leased line differ from a standard connection?
03:08 - Leased line service level agreements 
04:55 - How do you achieve leased line resiliency?
05:59 - Failover – What are the options, and how is it done typically?
08:03 - Leased line connection diversity - Resilient Option 2
10:29 - Fault types and their impact
12:08 - The best way to configure multiple sites for resilience (point to point)
14:51 - Considerations needed for the site set-up 
16:32 - Ensuring your backup line is fit for purpose
17:14 - Summary of key considerations for business communications

► ABOUT KROME: Krome Technologies is a technically strong, people-centric technology consultancy, focused on delivering end-to-end infrastructure and security solutions that solve business challenges and protect critical data. We work collaboratively with clients, forming long-term business partnerships, applying knowledge, experience and the resources our clients need to solve problems, design solutions and co-create agile, efficient and scalable IT services.

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In this episode of Krome Cast: Tech-IT-Out, we discuss the importance of having a human cyber response team as part of your security operations centre (SOC) to provide a proactive, real-time threat response to cyber breaches. We also review the key differences between a managed SOC vs an MDR service.

This tech panel podcast features Krome's Commercial Director, Sam Mager, along with Krome's MD, Rupert Mills, along with our Security Specialist, Paul Edwards and Technical Director, Ben Randall, discussing the fundamentals of a SOC Security Operations Centre, along with their insights into the human factors in cybersecurity.

ABOUT KROME: Krome Technologies is a technically strong, people-centric technology consultancy, focused on delivering end-to-end infrastructure and security solutions that solve business challenges and protect critical data. We work collaboratively with clients, forming long-term business partnerships, applying knowledge, experience and the resources our clients need to solve problems, design solutions and co-create agile, efficient and scalable IT services.

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In this episode of Krome Cast: Tech-IT-Out, we discuss removing the last Microsoft Exchange Server from your Hybrid Exchange environment.

Following Microsoft's recent announcement that you are now able to decommission Exchange On-Premise when running Exchange in a Hybrid Environment, we discuss the technical considerations you need to make before removing the last Exchange Server. How to prepare to decommission Exchange on-premise in order to move to a full Exchange Online environment.

This tech panel podcast features Krome's Commercial Director, Sam Mager, along with Krome's MD, Rupert Mills, along with our Exchange Specialist, Gregor Jus, and Technical Director, Ben Randall, sharing their insights into removing the last Exchange Server when decommissioning Exchange in a hybrid environment, along with the methods that can be taken when embarking on a Microsoft Exchange migration project.

► ABOUT KROME: Krome Technologies is a technically strong, people-centric technology consultancy, focused on delivering end-to-end infrastructure and security solutions that solve business challenges and protect critical data. We work collaboratively with clients, forming long-term business partnerships, applying knowledge, experience and the resources our clients need to solve problems, design solutions and co-create agile, efficient and scalable IT services.

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