Why Multi-Factor Authentication Is No Longer Optional
Until only a few years ago, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) was considered an extra layer of security that many businesses chose to skip. Today, that is no longer the case. Multi-Factor Authentication is no longer optional for businesses. As cyberattacks become more sophisticated, passwords alone are no longer enough to keep your business and its data secure. Attackers have more tools than ever before. Phishing emails are becoming harder to recognize, automated attacks can test thousands of stolen passwords in seconds, and data breaches continue to expose millions of login credentials every year. Even with a strong password, one compromised account can give an attacker a way into your environment. That is where Multi-Factor Authentication comes in. MFA requires a second form of verification, such as an authentication app, text message, security key, or biometric verification. Even if an attacker obtains a user’s password, they are still blocked from signing in without that second factor. According to Microsoft, implementing MFA can prevent 99.9% of automated account compromise attacks. MFA Is Becoming an Industry Standard MFA is quickly becoming a standard requirement across the industry. Many cyber insurance providers require it before issuing coverage, and many security frameworks recommend or mandate it to help protect sensitive data. Simply put, Multi-Factor Authentication is no longer optional for businesses. It is one of the most effective ways to reduce the risk of unauthorized access. A Simple Step Toward Better Cybersecurity Implementing MFA is a relatively simple change that can provide a significant security benefit. When combined with a strong comprehensive cybersecurity strategy (Managed Services), it helps protect your employees, your business, and your customers from one of the most common methods attackers use to gain unauthorized access. Cybersecurity does not have to be complicated, but it does need to evolve. If your organization is still relying on passwords alone, now is the time to make Multi-Factor Authentication part of your security strategy.
Proactive IT Reduces Downtime
Nothing disrupts a productive workday more than unexpected technology issues that bring operations to a halt. Unfortunately, this problem is far more widespread than many leaders realize. According to Solutions Review, companies lose an average of 545 hours of employee productivity every year due to IT downtime. HR Dive further reports that 49% of employees lose between one and five hours of productivity each week dealing with IT-related challenges. As leaders, we have a responsibility to reduce this drain on productivity by investing in proactive strategies that minimize—ideally eliminate—avoidable downtime. L6 Technology built its proactive approach to IT management to address the root causes of downtime before they impact your business. Through continuous system monitoring, L6 Technology identifies anomalies early, detects vulnerabilities, and resolves issues before they escalate into outages. This proactive oversight significantly reduces business disruptions and eliminates the need for costly recovery work. Our monitoring tools alert our team to early warning signs—such as overheating hardware or diminishing storage—so we can resolve issues long before they affect your employees. Every reputable IT partner should regularly apply patches, install updates, and perform security maintenance. L6 Technology goes a step further by routinely testing systems and performing automated backups to keep your environment stable, secure, and resilient. These practices demonstrate our commitment to keeping your business running smoothly. L6 Technology starts every engagement by developing a Strategic IT Plan that fits your organization’s needs. We analyze your network’s normal operating patterns so we can quickly identify irregular spikes, slowdowns, or emerging threats. We also create comprehensive disaster recovery plans that prepare your organization for the unexpected. L6 Technology understands the true cost of downtime—lost productivity, compliance risks, and disrupted revenue streams. Our pledge is simple: we keep your systems running so your employees can keep working.
We can’t wait to connect with you at IAPD/IPRA Soaring to New Heights Conference
We’re excited to have an exhibit booth again this year at the IAPD/IPRA Conference, January 29-30, and we’d love for you to stop by and say hello to Matt and Christine from our Business Development team. Whether you are looking to exchange ideas, ask questions, or simply put a face to the name, we look forward to the conversation. A little fun at our booth… As a special bonus, we’re offering complimentary caricatures for conference attendees on January 30th from 9-12pm and 1pm-3pm. Take a break from sessions, enjoy a few laughs, and walk away with a fun keepsake to remember the conference. Be sure to stop by booth 805, say hello, and let us draw you in, literally! See you at the conference!
We Welcome Brookfield Zoo
We are thrilled to add Brookfield Zoo as our newest client at L6 Technology. This renowned Chicagoland institution has been bringing joy and conservation education to the region for over 90 years, since its opening in 1934. Brookfield Zoo has an international reputation as a leader in animal care and conservation of the natural world. It prides itself in guiding, teaching and inspiring people to help contribute to the protection of threatened wildlife and ecosystems. Their exhibits are designed and managed so they inspire children, and adults alike to make a positive impact on the natural world as they go about their daily lives. L6 Technology is delighted to play a vital role in their mission and in particular assisting them with producing quality and innovative technology.
New Client: Foss Park District
July 2025 We are thrilled to announce that Foss Park District has joined our growing list of valued clients! As a dynamic and forward-thinking organization, Foss Park District is committed to enhancing the community’s recreational and educational experiences, and we couldn’t be more excited to support them in their mission. At L6 Technology, we take pride in partnering with organizations that share our values of growth, innovation, and community development. Foss Park District’s dedication to providing high-quality programs, facilities, and events aligns perfectly with our own commitment to delivering top-notch solutions that foster success. Our team is eager to collaborate with Foss Park District and help them achieve their goals through our ongoing support. Here’s to a strong partnership and many exciting initiatives ahead!
Why Failing Technology Is a Sign of Failing Strategy!
It is never too late to create a technology plan. Does technology frustrate you in the workplace? Are you constantly dealing with slow networks, unreliable Wi-Fi, data management headaches, or recurring hardware and software issues? Maybe you are worried about cybersecurity threats or just tired of waiting for things to break before they get fixed. You are not alone. These challenges are all too common across businesses and organizations of every size. There is one root cause we see time and time again: a lack of IT strategy. Most organizations treat IT as a reactive function. Something breaks-you call IT. A system slows down-you reboot. A security breach happens-you patch it. But this reactive cycle keeps you one step behind and constantly frustrated. At L6 Technology, we take a different approach. We believe IT should be strategic, not chaotic. That is why our mission is to help you build a proactive, future -ready, IT foundation that supports your organization-not one that holds it back. What Makes L6 Technology Different? It starts with a comprehensive assessment of your entire technology environment. We evaluate: Network infrastructure and Wi-Fi Data centers and servers Firewalls and cybersecurity Hardware performance Software reliability User satisfaction and frustration points We also conduct user surveys to understand how your team interacts with technology-what works, what doesn’t, and what they need in order to be more effective. Using this full-picture view, we help you develop a customized IT strategy designed to eliminate inefficiencies, boost performance, and ensure long-term resilience. It is not about reacting to problems-it is about preventing them. Ready to Stop Fighting with Your Tech? Let’s turn your frustration into functionality. Partner with L6 Technology, utilizing our expertise, to build a strategic IT plan tailored to your goals. We will help you move from putting out fires to powering innovation-with an IT environment built to perform. Contact us today to start your journey towards smarter, smoother, more strategic technology.
New Customer Grayslake Community Park District
June 2025 On June 1, 2025, the Grayslake Community Park District contracted and joined on as the newest client of L6 Technology. Both the management and technical team at L6 is delighted to have Grayslake Community Park District aboard so we can begin to prepare and deploy a new IT strategic direction for this first-rate community government agency. The Park District was established in 1959 and is primarily coterminous with the Village of Grayslake and also includes eastern portions of the Village of Hainesville. In addition to numerous recreational programs, camps, sports and leagues, the district offers a community center, preschool, golf course, beach, splash pad and numerous parks. The agency is governed by seven elected officials (Commissioners) and led by its Executive Director Kristin Splitt, who oversees three departments (administration, recreation and park maintenance). The Park District has expressed a commitment to improving and expanding its services, including its use and maintenance of technology. L6 Technology is excited to partner with the Grayslake Community Park District in helping them achieve innovative technology solutions.
Announcing Eriksson Engineering Associates, Ltd. As A New L6 Technology Client
April 2024 L6 Technology is excited to announce Eriksson Engineering Associates, Ltd, as our newest client this spring. We are excited to welcome Eriksson Engineering Associates and have already begun the process of determining ways to better serve their technology so they can advance their business. Eriksson Engineering Associates, Ltd., is a civil engineering company that prides itself in going beyond the ordinary and advocating for its customers throughout the Midwest. They believe that civil engineering is “about people” and work diligently to assure that they are giving their customers all they need and deserve from a premier engineering company. L6 Technologies team of officers, technicians and support staff welcome Eriksson Engineering to the fold and look forward to enhancing and advancing their IT systems, protections and functions. Collectively, we believe this new partnership will bring improved service delivery capabilities to this renowned civil engineering company.
When Your Gut Talks, Listen!
Have you heard the expression “trust your gut”? The expression suggests going with your instincts when making a decision. According to an article by Melody Wilding of HBR.org, Scientists call the stomach the “second brain” for a reason. There’s a vast neural network of 100 million neurons lining your entire digestive tract. That’s more neurons than are found in the spinal cord, which points to the gut’s incredible processing abilities. “Trusting your gut” certainly applies to managing your IT systems and considering the hiring of an outside IT Vendor. Chances are, if some systems are not working quite right, or it’s been a while since you have gotten a “check-up”, it makes sense to assess your systems’ security, efficiency, and connectivity. When you are looking for a vendor to do an initial assessment or one to manage your IT more regularly, what should you look for? What should you expect? First and foremost is TRUST. As the client, you may not be as well-versed and experienced in IT. The IT vendor’s job is to be the expert and handle all things associated with adequately assessing and managing your IT systems. This includes ensuring the client’s technology is efficient, protected, monitored, and safe against hacks and infiltration. As the client, you should always receive regular and proactive COMMUNICATION from the commencement of your working relationship. You should not just hear from your IT vendor when there is a problem. Following the initial assessment, your vendor should bring forth ideas, identify concerns, and reach out frequently to educate you and your staff on how your systems can be improved and enhanced. Your IT vendor must be RELIABLE. This includes having a quality helpdesk that responds promptly. They should not only solve your IT issues when they happen. They should formulate ways to prevent reoccurrence. Systems should be monitored, and any concerns should be shared and rectified. A reliable IT vendor will do all these things and more. Technology is constantly changing, and so are the techniques used to abuse systems and ways to capitalize on an agency or company’s complacency. Security should be approached strategically. A good vendor is STRATEGIC, dealing with constantly shifting and evolving platforms. Building and managing an IT plan is key to the success and safety of your systems. Assessing your IT and associated systems is a priority for a successful, secure agency or business. When you search for a vendor, make sure you include trust, reliability, and strategy in your expectations and require a guarantee that you are getting what you pay for. When it comes right down to it, you may sleep better at night if you know your systems, data, and information are safe and secure. Is it time for you to listen to your gut?
Ready and Waiting to Meet You at IAPD/IPRA Conference
We are all set up at the IAPD/IPRA Conference. Come visit us at booth 805. We can’t wait to meet with you!
