When business gradually slows down during the holidays and many companies switch to reduced operating mode, cybercriminals mercilessly exploit this phase. Many employees are on well-deserved vacation, entire departments are often understaffed, and general attention levels drop, security measures are scaled back, and security aspects are monitored less strictly. As perfidious as it sounds, this is actually the perfect moment for attackers, right?

Many companies underestimate the fact that the holidays and New Year unfortunately offer “ideal conditions” because warning signs are less likely to be recognized and responsiveness is limited. What basic preventive measures should a company take against this?

A help desk saves a lot of time and boosts productivity, while also providing expert assistance. However, a help desk is also an investment that must be available at all times, but is not always used to full capacity. Our help desk credits combine the best of both worlds: professional support and an optimized, needs-based cost structure.

IT security in Europe is not based on a single law. Rather, it is a network of several important legal and regulatory requirements that must be observed. The basic rule is that EU regulations are directly applicable in all member states, while EU directives must be implemented through national laws. We take a detailed look at the most important ones.

Our colleagues in Münster have relocated, at least as far as sales is concerned. The new office is located at Höltenweg 35, 48155 Münster. The new location offers plenty of space for modern workplaces. It also represents an important milestone from a technological perspective. Our largest data center to date, featuring the latest high-performance generation, is currently being built there. Once it is completed, the technical teams in Münster will also move to the new location.

Data volumes are growing at an ever-increasing rate. Customer data, documents, backups, and much more—all this information not only needs to be stored, but also managed efficiently. This is where a concept that brings order to the IT world comes into play: tiering. In the area of data storage in particular, storage tiering can help companies make optimal use of resources, reduce costs, and improve performance. We explain (storage) tiering.

How can companies cope with massive data growth? And how can businesses increase efficiency and reduce high costs associated with expensive primary storage and basic “data costs”? Our transparent, flexible, and automated Tiering as a Service controls data outsourcing based on policies. The result: less data volume, storage requirements, and smaller environments for disaster recovery, shorter backup windows, fast recovery of relevant data, lower costs for storage and licenses, direct relief - GDPR-compliant and secure.

DTS Aviator: THE next-gen managed security services platform as THE “Made in Germany” MSP game changer. We are taking you into the next generation of managed security services and making ourselves transparent as a managed service provider. DTS Aviator is the first platform in Germany that presents all managed security services in a transparent and understandable way and makes us controllable as an MSP – no more black boxes. Welcome to traceability and control! Not as an add-on, but with immediate access after booking a service as an integral part of the DTS experience – directly available & transparent, with immediate trust.

In today's data world, a reliable backup and recovery concept is essential for businesses. Nevertheless, data backup is often neglected, even though data volumes are growing daily. To avoid serious consequences such as production downtime or damage to reputation, it is all the more important to invest in backup and recovery. But what exactly is backup and recovery, why is it so essential and what developments can be expected in this area?

Palo Alto Networks has recognized outstanding achievements by German partners in 2025. At Partner Xchange in Cologne, leading expertise, strong customer focus and innovative cybersecurity solutions and strategies were honored among 350 participants. We have won once again, in three categories: Top Revenue, Mid-Market and Public.

What helps you to find exactly where you want to go? A signpost! At DTS, we offer countless solutions and services. But to help you find exactly what you are looking for, we have now developed the DTS Quickfinder. You can find it at any time in the navigation bar on our website, as a clearly visible button. The DTS Quickfinder is available in German and English and offers you a visual, interactive platform. It is a guide that helps you quickly and easily find the solution that exactly meets your requirements. Additional information is also available, e.g., whether managed services are involved and whether there are suitable assessments, etc.