Technology Content Hub
Explore resources curated by the CIOCAN Thought Leadership Committee to advance your organization.
Webinar: A Day in the Security Operations Center
August 21, 2025 / 11:00 am EDT / 4:00 pm BST
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Business Resilience
Template: Acceptable Use Policy
Download our sample Acceptable Use policy template for a starting point as you look to create and implement robust, company-wide data governance policies and privacy protocols that make safeguarding sensitive information a priority. It’s vital to preemptively ensure that only authorized personnel have access to critical data and that stringent security measures are in place to prevent unauthorized access.
Blog & Case Study: Swift Action, Seamless Resolution: How Thrive Successfully Responded to Ransomware Event
Canadian businesses and organizations need cybersecurity solutions in place along with robust backup and disaster recovery capabilities to ensure they’re resilient and protected against all threats and disruptions to their critical and everyday operations.
AI Strategy & Governance
AI Policy Template
Be sure to establish Data Governance and Privacy Protocols before implementing GenAI.
Business and IT leaders must approach the integration of Copilot and similar AI solutions with extreme caution and foresight. The allure of enhanced productivity and innovation must be balanced against the inherent risks posed by these powerful tools.
On-Demand Webinar: AI, Resilience and Transformation: Insights from Gartner on How IT Security is Evolving
Join Thrive’s Kevin Landt, VP of Product, Cybersecurity, and Audy Bautista, EVP of Security, as they explore Gartner’s latest insights on pivotal security trends shaping business strategies.
Cloud Strategies & Governance
eBook: The Mid-Market Guide to Microsoft 365 Governance
Managing Microsoft 365 can be challenging for mid-market businesses, especially when it comes to security, compliance, and data protection. Without a clear governance strategy, organizations risk inefficiencies, unauthorized access, and compliance violations.
On-Demand Webinar: Time to Optimize: How to Execute an Effective Governance Strategy for Microsoft 365 and Copilot
IT systems are critical infrastructure within your organization – and are growing in complexity, require consistent maintenance, and have to perform both for user experience and within regulatory or industry standards. IT and business leaders have to set up policies that will effectively guide IT systems and teams: this is governance. Governance is how leaders can define what is most important to their operational teams and the guidelines that they need to follow.
IT & Cybersecurity
Blog: Is Microsoft Copilot Secure? What You Need to Know and Essential Steps for Security Optimization
With the rise of generative AI solutions such as ChatGPT and Microsoft 365 Copilot, productivity is at an all-time high. But this productivity can come at a price if it leaves sensitive data more vulnerable to cyber threats.
eBook: The Mid-Market Company’s Guide to Cybersecurity
Stay ahead of evolving threats with Thrive’s Mid-Market Company’s Cybersecurity Guide. Tailored for growing businesses, this guide covers essential strategies to protect your IT infrastructure, avoid common security missteps, and meet compliance standards.
Technology Leadership
Blog: How Do I Choose a vCISO? A Guide for Growing Businesses
As cybersecurity threats grow in scale and complexity, more businesses are recognizing the need for strategic security leadership. But not every organization can afford or justify a full-time chief information security officer (CISO). That’s where a virtual CISO (vCISO) comes in.
eBook: The Mid-Market Guide to Outsourcing
Outsourcing isn’t just for large enterprises. For mid-market companies, the right IT partner can drive efficiency, reduce risk, and enable strategic growth. Our Mid-Market Guide to Outsourcing breaks down how to identify the right time to outsource, what services to prioritize, and how to choose a provider that fits your business.
