--- title: BLOG | data storage description: data storage | Industry news and insights on Information Technology in the Boston Cambridge area, specifically for small and medium business enterprises. Supported by Focus Technology Solutions IT Consulting Firm Boston, MA. --- ![blog-and-news-banner](https://info.focustsi.com/hubfs/blog-and-news-banner.jpg "blog-and-news-banner") ## [What Data Discovery Tools do you need in 2017?](https://info.focustsi.com/it-services-boston/what-data-discovery-tools-do-you-need-in-2017) Posted by [Robert Cordray](https://info.focustsi.com/it-services-boston/author/robert-cordray) on Mon, May 01, 2017 ![Data_Discovery_Tools](https://info.focustsi.com/hs-fs/hubfs/DataDiscovery1.jpg?width=632&name=DataDiscovery1.jpg "Data_Discovery_Tools")  Data has always been a driving force in the decision-making process for businesses. If you capture relevant information in the market, you can quickly make smart and strategic plans that can lead to growth and give you a competitive advantage. There is high demand for more data, and this has significantly influenced the business landscape. As such, data discovering has emerged as the fastest-growing and changing trend of the business intelligence markets. Technology has enabled the manufacturing of tools that differ with the traditional systems of record in which the [IT managed services provider](https://info.focustsi.com/it-services-boston/5-more-reasons-small-businesses-should-go-with-it-managed-services-in-boston) was able to push reports out to the entire organization. [Read More](https://info.focustsi.com/it-services-boston/what-data-discovery-tools-do-you-need-in-2017) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.focustsi.com/it-services-boston/what-data-discovery-tools-do-you-need-in-2017#comments-listing) Topics: [Data Security](https://info.focustsi.com/it-services-boston/topic/data-security), [data storage](https://info.focustsi.com/it-services-boston/topic/data-storage), [data mapping](https://info.focustsi.com/it-services-boston/topic/data-mapping) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [What is Data Mapping Software?](https://info.focustsi.com/it-services-boston/what-is-data-mapping-software) Posted by [Robert Cordray](https://info.focustsi.com/it-services-boston/author/robert-cordray) on Thu, Apr 06, 2017 Data mapping is typically the first step in integration of different data models. The process is used in data warehousing to link data sets according to specific data element definitions. The standards used depend on the domain values of the model used. [Read More](https://info.focustsi.com/it-services-boston/what-is-data-mapping-software) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.focustsi.com/it-services-boston/what-is-data-mapping-software#comments-listing) Topics: [Data Security](https://info.focustsi.com/it-services-boston/topic/data-security), [data storage](https://info.focustsi.com/it-services-boston/topic/data-storage), [data mapping](https://info.focustsi.com/it-services-boston/topic/data-mapping) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [Cyber Security Buzz Words](https://info.focustsi.com/it-services-boston/cyber_security_buzz_words) Posted by [Alyssa Steen](https://info.focustsi.com/it-services-boston/author/alyssa-steen) on Tue, Mar 01, 2016 A few weeks ago, I published a post on here describing the top 4 tips to stay safe on your computer based on the advice from the IT professionals here at NSK Inc. However, knowing the basic tips doesn’t necessarily mean you are able to grasp all the concepts, and the jargon, involved with the IT world. When it comes to cyber security, there is an almost endless list of terms for things to look out for. At NSK, we know that it is our job to help make that endless list seem less daunting, while also ensuring that you feel well informed. Cyber security is one of the top priorities at NSK and with cyber crime becoming more mainstream as time goes on, it is incredibly important for both us as your IT professionals, and you as our customers, to understand the threats at hand. So without further ado, here are the terms you need to know in order to “speak cyber.” ![Cyber Security Infographpic - Being safe online](https://info.focustsi.com/hs-fs/hubfs/NSK_Infographic_1-1.jpg?width=576&name=NSK_Infographic_1-1.jpg "Cyber Security Infographpic - Being safe online") ### **** [Read More](https://info.focustsi.com/it-services-boston/cyber_security_buzz_words) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.focustsi.com/it-services-boston/cyber_security_buzz_words#comments-listing) Topics: [Cloud Computing](https://info.focustsi.com/it-services-boston/topic/cloud-computing), [Managed Services](https://info.focustsi.com/it-services-boston/topic/managed-services), [cybersecurity](https://info.focustsi.com/it-services-boston/topic/cybersecurity), [data storage](https://info.focustsi.com/it-services-boston/topic/data-storage) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) | | | | --- | --- |