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Too often, information systems are perceived as a cost center or a source of complexity. At Andiris , a member of the DSIACTIVE network , we are changing this view: your IT should be an engine of growth, not a hindrance. What is the difference? Unlike a service provider, an outsourced IT department integrates with your teams and acts exclusively in the interest of your strategy. We bring the rigor, absolute confidentiality and expertise necessary to secure your data and o

Recent events perfectly illustrate this paradox. On the one hand, the deployment in Switzerland of a "quantum-safe" network with ID Quantique demonstrates that Cisco remains a cutting-edge technology leader. On the other hand, serious warnings about sophisticated cyberattacks serve as a reminder that even the best equipment has its vulnerabilities. 🔍 My feedback: Throughout my career as an IT Director, I have often chosen to limit the number of Cisco devices within our infra

This week, two events that should give us pause for thought: ⚙️ Amazon Web Services (AWS) is experiencing a major outage in its US-East-1 region. As a result, services like Snapchat, Canva, or Capital.fr become partially or totally inaccessible. 🛡️ F5 Networks, a global cybersecurity company, has announced that it has been the victim of a sophisticated cyberattack. The intrusion is believed to be linked to a state-sponsored group. Internal data and source code have rep

For over 15 years, I have worked in tandem with a legal specialist to manage IT contracts. I also completed specialized training at Francis Lefebvre, which allowed me to deepen my understanding of the specific legal aspects of IT contracts. A good contract rests on several pillars. Fair? Yes, but that's only the foundation. IT contracts have specific characteristics that are often overlooked by lawyers: 🧠 Intellectual property: who owns what, and under what conditions. 🚫 Ev

This is a question I encounter very often in my work as an outsourced CIO. Behind it all, the same issues always lie: data security, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. I had the opportunity to share my experience in a white paper dedicated to access and password management. I offer a practical perspective: Why a centralized manager has become indispensable, and above all, what criteria should be considered to choose the right one in a business context. If this

Like a well-designed website, welcoming a new employee makes an immediate impression. And it's crucial. 👥 People first: HR, management, managers… everyone plays a role in making the newcomer feel welcomed and guided. 💻 Next comes the operational side: access to tools, active accounts, available information… nothing is worse than starting in “access request” mode! 🤝 HR & IT collaboration: successful onboarding relies on close coordination between the HR team and the IT depa

One week after discussing onboarding, it's time to address the other side of the coin: an employee's departure. Like their arrival, this moment is critical and requires method and rigor. 💻 Disable access: From the outset, the employee should no longer have access to information systems, cloud applications, email, or VPN. Every oversight can create significant security risks. 🖥️ Equipment recovery and processing: computers, phones, badges… each piece of equipment must follow

📍 Spring 2024, Chantilly Golf Course . Facing an audience of executives, I began my presentation on digital transformation with a shock tactic: 💥 330,000 successful cyberattacks in France in 2022. 7% of SMEs affected… but an average cost of €130,000 to recover. An already alarming figure, but this was only the tip of the iceberg. ⏩ One year later, in 2025, the situation had worsened: 💸 €466,000: average cost for a micro-enterprise/SME after an attack. 💼 €13 million

I don't have a Gmail account, but for my personal Google account, I took this precaution and changed my password as soon as the alert was issued. Thanks to unique passwords for each of my sites, managed via a password manager, and two-factor authentication, the incident was quickly closed. Even for an expert, cybersecurity starts with simple but essential actions. #Cybersecurity #PasswordManagement #CIO #DigitalTransformation #ComputerSecurity https://lnkd.in/eVPn

When I get involved in a company, I don't stay on the sidelines. I sit down at the table, immerse myself in the culture, and act as if I were a full-fledged member of the team 🤝 Trust is at the heart of this approach. Because on a daily basis, I have access to what the company holds most sensitive: its data, its strategic projects, its vision. Without confidentiality and loyalty, it's impossible to build a strong and lasting collaboration 🔒✨ And this logic also extends to m

Proud to support the digital transformation of an outsourced CIO Quantor Avocats - Notaires , this new structure born from the alliance between D&V Avocats and notaries committed to innovation. Bringing lawyers and notaries together in a single structure is already a revolution in the legal approach. Their ambition: to offer integrated, seamless, and strategic support to both businesses and individuals. It is a privilege to lead the modernization of their information syst

A dazzling edition, in every sense of the word — with spectacular immersive installations, humanoids that interact live, and robots on spherical wheels that captivate the crowds. 🌈🤖⚡️ 🧠 What I saw wasn't just technical demonstrators. It highlighted applied artificial intelligence, evolving robotics, and above all, their practical usefulness in our daily lives. What was a prototype five years ago is now a business solution. 🦊 Special mention to the orange robot with a fox

As an expert at 🟣 DSIACTIVE , a brand of 🟡 GROUPEACTIVE , it's a real pleasure to see our close collaboration with Microsoft highlighted in this official article. Thanks to optimized integration into hashtag#MicrosoftTeams , #GAIA (Groupe Active Intelligence Artificielle) leverages AI, and more specifically intelligent agents, to simplify prospecting work. This success demonstrates the digital expertise we bring to our work every day, and the impor

Business leaders, did you know that password management and multi-factor authentication (MFA) are essential pillars for protecting your sensitive data? In a constantly evolving digital environment, it is crucial to adopt secure practices to prevent cyberattacks and preserve the integrity of your information system. 📚 Discover my white paper: a comprehensive guide to best practices for optimal password management and multi-factor authentication. Learn how: ➡️ Create strong an

ENISA has launched the EUVD (European Vulnerability Database), a European database dedicated to vulnerabilities. This is an important step towards greater autonomy and responsiveness to cyber threats. 💬 My opinion: I'm following this type of development closely, especially for the systems installed at my clients' sites. Having an up-to-date European database allows me to be even more responsive in identifying and patching at-risk equipment. A real operational advantage. 🔍 A

Imagine: 🚗 Car accident – You are unconscious, but rescuers can instantly access your medical history through your Medical Record on your smartphone. 🏥 Serious fall – Your phone detects the impact and automatically alerts emergency services, sharing your location and vital information. ⏳ Every second counts in an emergency. Yet few people take the time to configure this feature, which is free and accessible to everyone. 🔹 How to configure your Medical Record? 📱 iPhone (iO

Microsoft announces the integration of Copilot AI into Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, even for Microsoft 365 Personal and Family subscriptions. These tools promise to assist with document creation, data analysis, and email management. However, this new feature comes with a significant price increase. ❌ +43% for Microsoft 365 Personal ❌ +30% for Microsoft 365 Family 💡 My perspective as a CIO: A false good deal for SMEs. Many small and medium-sized enterprises (SM

📅 October 14, 2025: a date to mark in your calendars. On that day, Microsoft will end support for Windows 10 and certain versions of Office. What does this mean in concrete terms? 👉 More security updates. 👉 Increased risks from cyberattacks. 👉 Declining performance and reliability for your essential tools. 🔐 Windows 11: an investment in your security In addition to being more secure, Windows 11 offers better compatibility with the latest technologies. Migrating now means

Free access to instant transfers is excellent news for streamlining transactions and simplifying our daily lives. However, this ease of use can also open the door to significant risks of scams and cyberattacks. ❌ No recourse in case of fraud. Unlike traditional bank transfers, instant transfers are irreversible. Once the money is gone, it's impossible to reverse the transaction, even if you realize it was fraudulent. Scammers know this and exploit this vulnerability to act qu

If you offer Wi-Fi access to your customers, did you know that you are legally responsible for how it is used? In France, the Hadopi Law (Article L34-1 of the Postal and Electronic Communications Code) requires internet service providers, including companies offering public Wi-Fi, to retain users' connection data for one year. This obligation is further reinforced by European Regulation 2016/679 (GDPR), which mandates rigorous and secure management of personal data. ✅ A f