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Featured · Cybersecurity

What law firms get wrong about ransomware readiness

Most firms have backups. Far fewer have tested whether they can actually restore the practice in under 24 hours. Here is what a real readiness program looks like.

Element Security Team · June 4, 2026 · 6 min read
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RFID, Risk, and the Law Firm: What Leaders Actually Need to KnowCybersecurity

RFID, Risk, and the Law Firm: What Leaders Actually Need to Know

Cloneable badges, courtroom-ready logs, and the bigger tracking threat hiding in your pocket. Element CTO Craig Sixta unpacks what every law firm leader should know about RFID technology.

Craig Sixta · May 28, 2026 · 8 min read
What Anthropic's Claude for Legal Means for Law FirmsAI & Legal Tech

What Anthropic's Claude for Legal Means for Law Firms

Anthropic's launch of Claude for Legal signals a major shift in how law firms will use AI. As firms embrace these capabilities, security, governance, and implementation strategy will be critical to getting it right.

Craig Sixta · May 19, 2026 · 6 min read
NetDocuments Unveils the First Context Graph for Legal Work and a Reimagined Platform Built Around ItDocument Management

NetDocuments Unveils the First Context Graph for Legal Work and a Reimagined Platform Built Around It

As a NetDocuments Diamond partner, Element recognizes that the Legal Context Graph is reshaping how AI-powered legal solutions get delivered, bringing context, institutional knowledge, and governance together.

Jeff Alluri · May 14, 2026 · 5 min read
AI Just Got a Major Upgrade in Cybersecurity, And Our Clients Are Already ProtectedCybersecurity

AI Just Got a Major Upgrade in Cybersecurity, And Our Clients Are Already Protected

Anthropic announced Claude Mythos Preview, a landmark moment for AI and cybersecurity. Here is what it means and why our strategic partnership with CrowdStrike puts Element clients in a strong position.

Craig Sixta · April 21, 2026 · 5 min read
Case Study: Delivering World-Class Identity Security at ScaleCase Study

Case Study: Delivering World-Class Identity Security at Scale

How a law-firm-focused MSP standardized Okta delivery and cut new-tenant setup time with ZeroConfig.

Element Team · February 24, 2026 · 5 min read
Element University Winter 2026 NewsletterNewsletter

Element University Winter 2026 Newsletter

The Element University Winter 2026 Newsletter is here. Get the latest updates, resources, and upcoming webinars from Element.

Kate Leary · January 29, 2026 · 3 min read
The Quiet Lever: How Data Privacy Protects Your Whole LifeCybersecurity

The Quiet Lever: How Data Privacy Protects Your Whole Life

Data privacy today isn't just about protecting sensitive information, it's about managing predictive data that can quietly influence pricing, access, and opportunities without your knowledge.

Jeff Regan · January 28, 2026 · 6 min read
WatchGuard Critical Vulnerability Affecting Fireware OSCybersecurity

WatchGuard Critical Vulnerability Affecting Fireware OS

WatchGuard has disclosed a critical vulnerability (CVE-2025-14733, CVSS 9.3) affecting Fireware OS on Firebox appliances, with active exploitation reported.

Jeff Regan · December 19, 2025 · 3 min read
Getting a New Phone This Holiday Season? Don't Forget Your MFA Apps!Cybersecurity

Getting a New Phone This Holiday Season? Don't Forget Your MFA Apps!

Getting a new phone for Christmas should feel exciting, not stressful. A few extra minutes to migrate your MFA apps sets you up for a secure and seamless start after the holidays.

Jeff Alluri · December 8, 2025 · 4 min read
Cloudflare Global Network Experiencing IssuesIT Operations

Cloudflare Global Network Experiencing Issues

Cloudflare Global Network announced they are experiencing issues. Here is their latest update.

Craig Sixta · November 18, 2025 · 2 min read
Element Technologies Honored for Award-Winning Partnership with NetDocumentsCompany News

Element Technologies Honored for Award-Winning Partnership with NetDocuments

Element Technologies is proud to receive NetDocuments' Inspire award for 2025 Implementation Partner of the Year and 2025 Strategic Law Partner of the Year.

Jeff Alluri · October 21, 2025 · 3 min read
Element University Fall 2025 NewsletterNewsletter

Element University Fall 2025 Newsletter

What's new at Element University? We are always hard at work to provide you with new content. Take a look at what we have been working on.

Kate Leary · September 30, 2025 · 3 min read
How a Leading IP Firm Streamlined Automated Processes and Boosted Efficiency with NetDocumentsCase Study

How a Leading IP Firm Streamlined Automated Processes and Boosted Efficiency with NetDocuments

MBHB (McDonnell Boehnen Hulbert & Berghoff LLP) partnered with Element Technologies and NetDocuments to streamline workflows, automate critical processes, and unlock thousands of hours in time savings.

Jobst Elster · September 23, 2025 · 6 min read
Security Update for WatchGuard Firebox DevicesCybersecurity

Security Update for WatchGuard Firebox Devices

WatchGuard has announced a critical security update for Firebox appliances. There's no evidence of exploitation, and we're already reviewing client systems and preparing updates.

Craig Sixta · September 17, 2025 · 3 min read
CBS Interviews Element Technologies' CTO, Craig Sixta, on the Rising Threat of Cyberattacks in MinnesotaCybersecurity

CBS Interviews Element Technologies' CTO, Craig Sixta, on the Rising Threat of Cyberattacks in Minnesota

Craig Sixta appeared on CBS/WCCO News to discuss the cyberattack on the City of St. Paul, Minnesota's new cyber reporting law, and how one phishing email can lead to a major breach.

Craig Sixta · August 15, 2025 · 4 min read
Element Technologies Named to 2025 Channel Partners MSP 501 ListCompany News

Element Technologies Named to 2025 Channel Partners MSP 501 List

Element Technologies has been recognized among the world's top-performing managed service providers on the prestigious 2025 Channel Partners MSP 501 list.

Jeff Alluri · June 24, 2025 · 3 min read
World Password Day: Simple Steps to Strengthen Your Digital SecurityCybersecurity

World Password Day: Simple Steps to Strengthen Your Digital Security

Strong passwords are a critical building block of cybersecurity. From email to banking, passwords are the first line of defense for your personal and professional information.

Anthony Sixta · May 1, 2025 · 4 min read
What Is The Cloud, Really? And How Do You Keep It Safe?Cybersecurity

What Is The Cloud, Really? And How Do You Keep It Safe?

The cloud isn't magic, it's just someone else's computer. We break down what the cloud really is and share 5 practical ways to boost your cloud security for home or business.

Anthony Sixta · April 8, 2025 · 5 min read
Exciting Updates for Microsoft 365 Copilot & Teams Phone PricingIT Operations

Exciting Updates for Microsoft 365 Copilot & Teams Phone Pricing

Flexible billing for Microsoft 365 Copilot, plus pricing updates for annual subscriptions and Teams Phone.

Jeff Alluri · March 27, 2025 · 3 min read
New Charter Technologies Expands National Presence with Addition of Element TechnologiesCompany News

New Charter Technologies Expands National Presence with Addition of Element Technologies

New Charter Technologies is excited to announce the addition of Element Technologies to its growing platform of elite managed service providers.

Allison Francis · March 18, 2025 · 3 min read
LegalRM Announces Strategic Partnership with Element Technologies to Support Growth in iCompli AdoptionCompany News

LegalRM Announces Strategic Partnership with Element Technologies to Support Growth in iCompli Adoption

LegalRM announces a strategic partnership with Element Technologies to support growth in iCompli adoption across the legal industry.

Jeff Alluri · February 25, 2025 · 3 min read
Why You Should Care About Your Data PrivacyCybersecurity

Why You Should Care About Your Data Privacy

Every action you take online generates data about your preferences, habits, location, and interactions. Here is why data privacy matters and what happens when it's mishandled.

Anthony Sixta · January 21, 2025 · 5 min read
Element University Winter 2025 NewsletterNewsletter

Element University Winter 2025 Newsletter

What's new at Element University? Take a look at the latest content, resources, and webinars we've been working on.

Kate Leary · January 6, 2025 · 3 min read
Element Technologies Leading the Implementation Process for Chartwell Law's Selection of NetDocumentsCase Study

Element Technologies Leading the Implementation Process for Chartwell Law's Selection of NetDocuments

Chartwell Law selected NetDocuments for intelligent document management, with Element Technologies leading the implementation process.

Jobst Elster · December 10, 2024 · 3 min read
Four Cybersecurity Terms Every Attorney Should KnowCybersecurity

Four Cybersecurity Terms Every Attorney Should Know

Cyber criminals are constantly developing new tactics and exploiting unknown vulnerabilities. Staying informed about emerging threats and modern defenses is essential for attorneys.

Craig Sixta · November 26, 2024 · 5 min read
2024 Black Friday Deals Enticed You to Purchase a New Phone? Steps to Transfer Your MFACybersecurity

2024 Black Friday Deals Enticed You to Purchase a New Phone? Steps to Transfer Your MFA

Transitioning to a new smartphone? Make sure you smoothly transfer your MFA tokens by installing the authentication app on your new device and migrating or reactivating the tokens.

Rich Doll · November 22, 2024 · 4 min read
Element Technologies Recognized with 2024 Corporate Partner of the Year AwardCompany News

Element Technologies Recognized with 2024 Corporate Partner of the Year Award

Element Technologies is proud to receive NetDocuments' Inspire award for 2024 Corporate Partner of the Year.

Jeff Alluri · October 24, 2024 · 3 min read
Wire Fraud: How to Protect Yourself and Steps to Take if You're a VictimCybersecurity

Wire Fraud: How to Protect Yourself and Steps to Take if You're a Victim

Wire fraud is on the rise. Learn how to protect yourself, recognize the warning signs, and what immediate steps to take if you become a victim.

Anthony Sixta · October 7, 2024 · 5 min read
Element University Fall 2024 NewsletterNewsletter

Element University Fall 2024 Newsletter

The Element University Fall 2024 Newsletter, featuring the latest content, webinars, and learning resources from the Element team.

Kate Leary · October 7, 2024 · 3 min read
Element Technologies Leads NetDocuments Implementation for Danish Law Firm IUNOCase Study

Element Technologies Leads NetDocuments Implementation for Danish Law Firm IUNO

As a certified NetDocuments Diamond Partner, Element is supporting IUNO's NetDocuments and ndMAX journey to deliver seamless and efficient document management.

Jeff Alluri · September 24, 2024 · 3 min read
Urgent, CrowdStrike Outage (07/19/24)Cybersecurity

Urgent, CrowdStrike Outage (07/19/24)

Tech alert on the CrowdStrike Falcon Sensor issue causing Windows crashes. Summary of impact, affected clouds, and Element's response.

Jeff Alluri · July 19, 2024 · 3 min read
Element University Summer 2024 NewsletterNewsletter

Element University Summer 2024 Newsletter

The Element University Summer 2024 Newsletter, fresh content, resources, and webinars from the Element team.

Kate Leary · July 2, 2024 · 3 min read
Big Updates From NetDocuments!Document Management

Big Updates From NetDocuments!

NetDocuments released two eagerly anticipated updates, including ndOffice 4.0 with a powerful new Doc Import feature that streamlines uploads.

Mike Streibig · June 20, 2024 · 4 min read
Element Technologies Introduces Element eSign, Seamlessly Integrating Adobe Sign with NetDocumentsDocument Management

Element Technologies Introduces Element eSign, Seamlessly Integrating Adobe Sign with NetDocuments

Element eSign automates the Adobe signature workflow for legal professionals working in NetDocuments, bringing signing and document management together.

Jobst Elster · June 3, 2024 · 3 min read
May 2024 Dell Data BreachCybersecurity

May 2024 Dell Data Breach

A summary of the May 2024 Dell data breach, what was exposed, and the steps customers and businesses should take to protect themselves.

Craig Sixta · May 15, 2024 · 3 min read
Element Rewarded with DiamondsCompany News

Element Rewarded with Diamonds

Element Technologies has been recognized as a NetDocuments Diamond Partner, the highest tier in the NetDocuments partner program.

Jeff Alluri · April 18, 2024 · 2 min read
Element University Spring 2024 NewsletterNewsletter

Element University Spring 2024 Newsletter

The Element University Spring 2024 Newsletter, new content, resources, and upcoming webinars from the Element team.

Kate Leary · April 3, 2024 · 3 min read
What's New at Element University?, Winter 2024 NewsletterNewsletter

What's New at Element University?, Winter 2024 Newsletter

Take a look at the latest content, resources, and webinars from the Element University team.

Kate Leary · January 23, 2024 · 3 min read
Beware of Investment Scams: Protecting Yourself in the Age of CryptocurrencyCybersecurity

Beware of Investment Scams: Protecting Yourself in the Age of Cryptocurrency

Cryptocurrency investment scams are on the rise. Learn how to recognize them, protect yourself, and respond if you've been targeted.

Anthony Sixta · January 12, 2024 · 5 min read
Six Advantages of Migrating to Azure Active Directory Over On-Premises ServersIT Operations

Six Advantages of Migrating to Azure Active Directory Over On-Premises Servers

Enhanced security, scalability, global accessibility, integration, disaster recovery, and improved collaboration, six reasons organizations are moving to Azure AD.

Brad Johnson · December 29, 2023 · 6 min read

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