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# Auxiom: Outsmart IT Chaos and Take Control

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## Posts
- [Auxiom’s Kickstart 2026](https://auxiom.com/blog/events/auxioms-kickstart-2026/): Event DetailsDate: Thursday, January 29, 2026Location: Godfrey Hotel Detroit
- [FutureCon Detroit](https://auxiom.com/blog/events/futurecon-detroit-2026/): We’re looking forward to being part of FutureCon Detroit 2026.
- [Auxiom Community Appreciation 2025](https://auxiom.com/blog/events/auxiom-community-appreciation-2025/): Date: Thursday, August 14, 2025Location: Great Oaks Country Club  
- [AHCC – Women Empowered](https://auxiom.com/blog/events/auburn-hills-chamber-of-commerce-women-empowered/): Event DetailsDate: Monday, June 9, 2025Location: The Townsend Hotel
- [What is SOC 2 and Why Does It Matter?](https://auxiom.com/blog/vlog/what-is-soc-2-and-why-does-it-matter/): https://youtu.be/pcsbI1LaB4I?si=0EnvP0I6JMGhNXS8
- [Why Mid-sized Companies Need a V-CISO](https://auxiom.com/blog/vlog/why-mid-sized-companies-need-a-v-ciso/): YO! BUSINESS LEADER...HAVE YOU EVER UTTERED THESE WORDS??? “OMG, I can’t wait to hire a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)”
- [Why Aren’t Mid-Market Businesses Talking About Cybersecurity?](https://auxiom.com/blog/vlog/why-arent-mid-market-businesses-talking-about-cybersecurity/): https://youtu.be/N1U932ReEnQ
- [ENISA 2024 Report on the State of Cybersecurity in the Union ](https://auxiom.com/blog/vlog/enisa-2024-report-on-the-state-of-cybersecurity-in-the-union/): https://youtu.be/bhtkAMGc_7s?si=t-yjS0l7H-w2WN4A
- [Holiday Brushing Scams](https://auxiom.com/blog/vlog/holiday-brushing-scams/): https://youtu.be/A1eWMEJMS5Q?si=xed509vjYnIN6ENZ
- [Compliance Bootcamp: NIST and CMMC Essentials](https://auxiom.com/blog/webinars/compliance-bootcamp-nist-cmmc-essentials/): Implementing compliance can be challenging. As a security focused team having to comply with so many policies and regulations, where do you begin? Join this webinar where we dig deeper into understanding the basics of compliance management.
- [Fed up with Zillions of Vulnerabilities? Near Zero-fy Them With Vulnerability Management Tools](https://auxiom.com/blog/webinars/zero-fy-vulnerability-management-tools/): Relying on outdated vulnerability management stack, with infrequent scans or legacy patching capabilities, just doesn’t cut it anymore. Join our live webinar to learn about the current vulnerability management tool landscape.
- [Microsoft Digital Defense Report 2024](https://auxiom.com/blog/vlog/microsoft-digital-defense-report-2024/): https://youtu.be/bhtkAMGc_7s?si=t-yjS0l7H-w2WN4A
- [Bluewater Tech Expo 2024](https://auxiom.com/blog/video-library/bluewater-tech-expo-2024/): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oDlF2TN6LXQ
- [CISO’s Survival Guide to Vulnerability Management: Myths, Facts, and Strategies](https://auxiom.com/blog/webinars/cisos-survival-guide-to-vulnerability-management-myths-facts-and-strategies/)
- [Forescout’s 2024 Threat Review](https://auxiom.com/blog/vlog/forescouts-2024-threat-review/): https://youtu.be/TKNd-Ac9YIc?si=Dr9ElyLC5US_6ggO
- [Computer Chaos Calls for Proper Planning at Law Firms](https://auxiom.com/blog/cybersecurity/crowdstrike-incident-impact-law-firms/): When disaster struck on July 19, 2024, the world was greeted with choked airport hallways, computers displaying the “blue screen of death,” and cars trapped in parking lots with inoperable access gates. This chaos was caused not by cyberterrorists attacking the Internet, but by a very simple misconfiguration in an update to a component of CrowdStrike, a security software product. According to The Record, the flawed update impacted 8.5 million devices at some of the largest companies in the world, including airlines and law firms.
- [Vulnerability Management Hacks: Dos and Don’ts for Security Analysts](https://auxiom.com/blog/webinars/vulnerability-management-hacks/)
- [Howden Cyber Insurance: Risk, Resilience and Relevance](https://auxiom.com/blog/vlog/howden-cyber-insurance-risk-resilience-and-relevance/): https://youtu.be/MEQc7CMSucM?si=Uh6TgGgPRFcgvRJr
- [SANS Security Awareness 2024 Report](https://auxiom.com/blog/vlog/sans-security-awareness-2024-report/): https://youtu.be/oSLx09q63RY?si=sgWl-oilJRfqmfPC
- [Clash of the Titans: Microsoft vs Delta Airlines](https://auxiom.com/blog/vlog/clash-of-the-titans-microsoft-vs-delta-airlines/): https://youtu.be/N5RkI1TfE1M?si=G46V6OSmIXaAax8m
- [How AI is Impacting the Future of Cyber Security](https://auxiom.com/blog/webinars/how-ai-is-impacting-the-future-of-cyber-security/)
- [New York State Bar Association: Task Force on AI – 2024 Report](https://auxiom.com/blog/vlog/new-york-state-bar-association-task-force-on-ai-2024-report/): https://youtu.be/PeLZg4dck44?si=bO2n1mS5PaB5Qkw0
- [Leading Ladies – Kathryn Baker](https://auxiom.com/blog/video-library/leading-ladies-kathryn-baker/): Get to know Auxiom’s President, Dr. Kathryn Baker, in this episode of the Leading Ladies Podcast.
- [What is an ISMS (Information Security Management System)?](https://auxiom.com/blog/vlog/what-is-an-isms-information-security-management-system/): https://youtu.be/oOK0RWvj26k?si=TNNeuDTtd3YULfVB
- [Law Firms Must Keep an Eye on AI](https://auxiom.com/blog/cybersecurity/law-firms-ai/): The recently released “Report and Recommendations of the New York State Bar Association Task Force on Artificial Intelligence,” contains a wealth of information related to how attorneys and law firms should be thinking about the rapidly accelerating impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the practice of law.
- [State of AI Cyber Security: Darktrace Report 2024](https://auxiom.com/blog/vlog/state-of-ai-cyber-security-darktrace-report-2024/): Join Earl Duby in another episode of Big Reports in 5 Minutes, where he dissects the 'State of AI Cybersecurity’ Darktrace report from 2024.
- [AI at the frontlines: How GPT-4 is Transforming Cybersecurity](https://auxiom.com/blog/vlog/gpt-4-transforming-cybersecurity/): Earl Duby explains the implications of AI-driven attacks that are reducing the critical patching window from months to mere hours, posing new challenges for corporate defenders.
- [Master Mobile Security: Tips from Forbes and the NSA](https://auxiom.com/blog/vlog/master-mobile-security-tips-forbes-nsa/): Join our Chief Information Security Officer, Earl Duby, as he discusses a recent Forbes article on new mobile phone vulnerabilities and reviews a vital document from the National Security Agency.
- [Court Cases Highlight Significant Law Firm Cyber Risk](https://auxiom.com/blog/cybersecurity/court-cases-highlight-significant-law-firm-cyber-risk/): Two recent class action lawsuits should cause law firms of any size to deeply consider the effectiveness of their cybersecurity programs.
- [Crowdstrike Global Threat Report 2024](https://auxiom.com/blog/vlog/crowdstrike-global-threat-report-2024/): Earl Duby breaks down the key points from the report, highlighting the significant increase in hands-on cyberattacks and the shift towards malware-less intrusions.
- [2024 Verizon Data Breach Investigation Report](https://auxiom.com/blog/vlog/2024-verizon-data-breach-investigation-report-2/): Chief information security officer, Earl Duby highlights some key points in the 2024 Verizon Data Breach Investigation Report. 
- [The Critical Need for Advanced Vulnerability Management Process](https://auxiom.com/blog/webinars/advanced-vulnerability-management-process/): The rising number of cyberattacks has led security professionals to look for alternatives to existing vulnerability management solutions. There’s a critical need to level up traditional vulnerability management.
- [Mandiant M-Trends 2024 Report](https://auxiom.com/blog/vlog/mandiant-mtrends-2024-report/): Dive into the latest insights on cybersecurity with our Chief Information Security Officer, Earl Duby, as he delves into the findings of the Mandiant M-Trends 2024 special report.
- [The Crucial Need for Robust Data Management for Engineering Firms](https://auxiom.com/blog/cybersecurity/robust-data-management-engineering-firms/): Let’s look at the dangers of inadequate data management and find a pathway for engineering firms to navigate these complex issues.
- [Managed Website Hosting & Security ](https://auxiom.com/blog/vlog/managed-website-hosting-security/): On today’s “Golden Nugget“, CEO of Auxiom, Matt Loria sits down with Curtis Hays, founder of Collideascope, a digital marketing agency to talk about managing your website and how to keep it secure.
- [Duo Breach](https://auxiom.com/blog/vlog/duo-breach/): The well-known multi-factor application Duo was recently breached. Chief information security officer, Earl Duby, shares some more details on the beach.
- [WIFI-Coverage Vs Capacity](https://auxiom.com/blog/vlog/wifi-coverage-vs-capacity/): Discover the key to seamless WIFI connectivity with Auxiom’s Director of Professional Services, Matt Opificius.
- [E-commerce Platform Hacked: Is Your Website Secure?](https://auxiom.com/blog/vlog/magento-malware/): E-commerce websites that use the popular hosting platform Magento were attacked via malware.
- [Magento Vulnerability](https://auxiom.com/blog/transcript/magento-vulnerability/): Video
- [AT&T Data Breach](https://auxiom.com/blog/transcript/att-data-breach-2024/): Video
- [April 2024 AT&T Data Breach: Tips to Protect Yourself](https://auxiom.com/blog/vlog/att-data-breach/): AT&T cybersecurity breach has just been discovered by the public. Auxiom’s CISO, Earl Duby, breaks down what happened and shares tips for how we can protect ourselves.
- [CISA Breach](https://auxiom.com/blog/transcript/cisa-breach/): Video
- [Bolstering Engineering Firm Cyber Defenses](https://auxiom.com/blog/cybersecurity/bolstering-engineering-firm-cyber-defenses/): Cybersecurity attacks aimed at engineering firms have been on the rise and are continuing to increase each year. Learn why you need network monitoring and routine vulnerability management and testing.
- [Hackers Breach CISA: What Does That Mean to the Rest of Us?](https://auxiom.com/blog/vlog/hackers-breach-cisa/): Auxiom’s CEO, Matt Loria, and CISO, Earl Duby, break down the vulnerabilities that caused this event to happen, and what we can all do to keep ourselves secure.
- [A Case for Harmonizing Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity in the Legal Profession](https://auxiom.com/blog/cybersecurity/harmonizing-ai-cybersecurity-legal-profession/): Explore the dynamic intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity in the legal landscape. Gain insights from Chief Justice John Roberts, industry surveys, and expert perspectives on the imperative to harmonize AI and cybersecurity practices for a resilient legal profession
- [Legal Association Urges Increased Cybersecurity Practices](https://auxiom.com/blog/cybersecurity/legal-association-urges-increased-cybersecurity-practices/): Discover the American Bar Association's call to action for law firms to enhance cybersecurity practices and protect client data in the face of growing cyber threats.
- [Tipping the Scales on Remote Legal Services](https://auxiom.com/blog/cybersecurity/orrick-data-breach/): Key insights from IBM's 2023 Cost of a Data Breach Report and the American Bar Association's guidance on data breach preparation, offering crucial information for law firms to protect client data and efficiently respond to potential breaches.
- [Barrister Breaches and Reasoned Response](https://auxiom.com/blog/cybersecurity/barrister-breaches-reasoned-response/): Key insights from IBM's 2023 Cost of a Data Breach Report and the American Bar Association's guidance on data breach preparation, offering crucial information for law firms to protect client data and efficiently respond to potential breaches.
- [Raising The Bar On Cybersecurity](https://auxiom.com/blog/cybersecurity/raising-the-bar-on-cybersecurity/): Discover how the legal industry can bolster cybersecurity defenses and safeguard client data with expert insights and a seven-step risk management approach - stay ahead of evolving threats now!
- [Legal Struggles with Artificial Intelligence](https://auxiom.com/blog/cybersecurity/legal-struggles-ai/): Discover the growing impact of AI on the legal profession and the challenges faced by attorneys and judges in understanding and navigating its limitations.

## Pages
- [SLED](https://auxiom.com/sled/): The SLED market doesn't reward vendors who don't understand the money.
- [Events](https://auxiom.com/events/): Auxiom brings leaders together - through hosted experiences and strategic sponsorships - to turn technology discussions into confident, ROI-driven investment decisions.
- [Terms of Use](https://auxiom.com/terms-of-use/): THESE TERMS OF USE (THESE “TERMS”) SET FORTH THE LEGALLY BINDING TERMS AND CONDITIONS THAT GOVERN YOUR USE OF THE SITE.  BY ACCESSING OR USING THE SITE, YOU ARE ACCEPTING THESE TERMS (ON BEHALF OF YOURSELF OR THE ENTITY THAT YOU REPRESENT), AND YOU REPRESENT AND WARRANT THAT YOU HAVE THE RIGHT, AUTHORITY, AND CAPACITY TO ENTER INTO THESE TERMS (ON BEHALF OF YOURSELF OR THE ENTITY THAT YOU REPRESENT).  YOU MAY NOT ACCESS OR USE THE SITE OR ACCEPT THE TERMS IF YOU ARE NOT AT LEAST 18 YEARS OLD.  IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH ALL OF THE PROVISIONS OF THESE TERMS, DO NOT ACCESS AND/OR USE THE SITE.
- [Privacy Policy](https://auxiom.com/privacy-policy/): Effective on: March 15, 2021
- [Contact](https://auxiom.com/contact/): We're strategic investment partners who think like business owners, not technology vendors who just 'talk tech.'
- [Careers](https://auxiom.com/it-careers/): People are the foundation of any great organization, which is why Auxiom puts our people first. In fact, Auxiom was founded on the Golden Rule. If you don’t know the Golden Rule, it’s very simple - treat others how you’d want to be treated - which is how we treat our employees and each other!
- [Cloud Solutions](https://auxiom.com/technology-solutions/cloud-services/): Cloud technology gives your business the freedom to access data and applications securely from anywhere -without relying on local servers or hardware that limit flexibility. It’s scalable, resilient, and built for modern operations.
- [Hardware & Software Products](https://auxiom.com/technology-solutions/hardware-software/): When it's time to modernize your environment - whether through new solutions or system upgrades - you deserve a partner who can help you make the right moves with clarity and confidence. Our certified experts guide your hardware and software transitions so they’re seamless, secure, and aligned with your goals.
- [IT Project Services](https://auxiom.com/it-project-services/): Fast, reliable, secure, and effective IT environments begin with proper design and integration.
- [Co-Managed IT](https://auxiom.com/technology-solutions/co-managed-it-services/): If you already have a stellar in-house IT staff, we offer scalable Co-Managed IT solutions to pick up where your staff leaves off. Our in-depth knowledge of best practices combined with best-of-breed technology and toolsets offer you a reduction in capital outlay and enhanced levels of service and support for your IT infrastructure.
- [Managed IT](https://auxiom.com/technology-solutions/managed-it-services/): Powerful cybersecurity, unlimited support, and a team of IT experts working for you.
- [Technology Services Overview](https://auxiom.com/technology-solutions/): Unreliable technology like slow connections, inadequate back-ups and slow servers all have the potential to cost your business valuable time and money. 
- [Disaster Recovery Services](https://auxiom.com/technology-solutions/disaster-recovery/): What would happen to your business in the event of the unthinkable? Do you have a plan? Do you know how long it will take you to resume regular business operations in the event of a disaster? Do you know what steps you need to take to recover your business data? It’s essential to have a thorough disaster recovery plan to limit downtime and make sure your data isn’t compromised. 
- [Fractional CISO (VCISO) Services](https://auxiom.com/cybersecurity/virtual-ciso-services/): Organizations like yours are relying more heavily on digital systems, online platforms, and cloud-based services to conduct business.
- [All Industries](https://auxiom.com/all-industries/): From manufacturing floors to law offices and financial institutions, the needs may differ, but the mission is the same: keep your business moving forward. Auxiom provides industry-informed IT solutions that let you focus on leading, not troubleshooting.
- [Incident Response](https://auxiom.com/cybersecurity/incident-response/): Cyber attacks and other urgent “cyber incidents” can be extremely chaotic and disruptive events. As a stand alone service, you can hire Auxiom as your reactive incident response partner in your company’s hour of need. We bring control, stability, and organization to the most urgent situations.
- [Website Security & Secure Hosting](https://auxiom.com/managed-wordpress/): Is the front door of your business wide open?
- [Cybersecurity Overview](https://auxiom.com/cybersecurity/): As your business becomes more connected, the risks grow more complex. Every new system, device, and application expands both opportunity and exposure. Our partnerships create balance - strengthening your defenses without slowing momentum - so technology remains a driver of progress, not a source of risk.
- [Private & Charter Educational Institutions](https://auxiom.com/edu-security/): Private and charter schools are under constant pressure to deliver exceptional learning experiences while navigating limited budgets, rising cybersecurity risks, and increasingly complex technology ecosystems. Your staff, students, and leadership team depend on reliable, secure, and seamless technology that supports instruction—not distracts from it. Auxiom brings strategic investment planning to education, helping schools modernize infrastructure, strengthen cybersecurity, and elevate internal IT teams with clear, sustainable roadmaps that keep the focus where it belongs: empowering student success.
- [Legal IT](https://auxiom.com/legal-it/): 1 out of 4 law firms are victims of a security incident.We can help you with cybersecurity.
- [Blog](https://auxiom.com/blog/): Insights, strategies, and practical guidance for growth-minded leaders. The Auxiom Blog helps business and IT professionals make smarter technology decisions, strengthen security, and scale with confidence.
- [About](https://auxiom.com/about/): Are you a growth minded organization? Do your growth plans rely on strategic and like-minded partners? Auxiom's primary goal is to help growth-minded organizations simplify technology, strengthen security, and scale with confidence.
- [Manufacturing & Distribution IT](https://auxiom.com/manufacturing-distribution/): Is managing your IT infrastructure keeping you from focusing on your business goals?
- [IT Consulting Services](https://auxiom.com/it-consulting/): Understanding what you need when it comes to IT and how to plan for it can be confusing if you don’t have the right experience.
- [Home](https://auxiom.com/): Your business has evolved and your IT should too. Auxiom helps thriving organizations eliminate chaos, strengthen cybersecurity, and build the systems and strategy needed to grow with confidence.

## Team Members
- [Dan Driscoll](https://auxiom.com/team-member/dan-driscoll/): Dan is an experienced operations leader with more than 15 years in Field Service Management, specializing in aligning technical service delivery with business performance. He has a strong track record of scaling multi-regional service teams, optimizing logistics, and improving profitability through disciplined operational strategy. Dan has successfully grown technical organizations from local teams to multi-region operations, hiring and developing more than 40 team members while integrating acquisitions and expanding service capabilities. Known for his data-driven approach and close partnership with commercial leadership, he helps organizations improve operational efficiency, demonstrate measurable client value, and support long-term growth.
- [Matt Wehrly](https://auxiom.com/team-member/matt-wherly/): Matt leads Auxiom’s Client Services team, where he ensures that our clients receive responsive, proactive, and strategic account management from onboarding through renewal. With a career built on elevating customer experience and optimizing service delivery, Matt brings a hands-on leadership style that balances operational rigor with genuine care for client outcomes. He is passionate about aligning client goals with the right solutions and building trusted partnerships across mid-market organizations.
- [Collin Kwolek](https://auxiom.com/team-member/collin-kwolek/): Collin Kwolek is a seasoned technology leader with over 25 years of experience in IT strategy, engineering, and project management. With a strong foundation in both business and technology—holding an MBA from Gies College of Business and a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from Walsh College—Collin has built a career helping organizations implement secure, scalable, and efficient solutions.
- [Matt Opificius](https://auxiom.com/team-member/matt-opificius/): Matt Opificius is a seasoned technology professional with over 15 years of experience in information technology infrastructure. Since joining Auxiom in 2016, he has led infrastructure sales and collaborated with vendor partners to design innovative technology solutions for clients, while ensuring exceptional quality in service delivery. Matt holds a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology and Cybersecurity from Baker College and maintains multiple professional-level certifications. Prior to Auxiom, he built his career in the public education sector, where he developed a strong foundation in managing robust, and often complex, IT environments. Today, Matt focuses on supporting K–12 and higher education institutions, helping them achieve reliable and future-ready technology outcomes.
- [Chris Abbott](https://auxiom.com/team-member/chris-abbott/): Chris Abbott leads Auxiom’s Managed Services practice, where he serves as both a senior technical resource and the organization’s lead solutions architect. With a focus on SaaS applications, productivity platforms, and security solutions, Chris works closely with prospective clients—guiding them from initial consultation through onboarding execution.
- [Nick Burden](https://auxiom.com/team-member/nick-burden/): Nick is a passionate technology leader with a focus on service delivery and user experience. Nick holds a bachelor’s degree in information technology from Arizona State University, as well as certifications in Windows Server, MS365, Datto products, and Duo administration. Having previously managed technology field services and assets for the Detroit Public Schools Community District, Nick has experience managing large teams, complex projects, and deployments in excess of 50,000 devices. At Auxiom, Nick has brought his experience to bear in refining processes and developing the Service Delivery team to ensure efficient resolution of client issues and constant improvement of client experiences. 
- [Kathryn Baker](https://auxiom.com/team-member/katheryn-baker/): Kathryn is a dynamic business leader, entrepreneur, and President of Auxiom, driving strategic growth and innovation. Before joining Auxiom, she led a business advisory and coaching practice for 13 years, helping business owners and executives with strategy, growth, and profitability. She began her career at Ingersoll Rand in business management and global strategy, eventually serving as a business unit manager. With a strong track record of building and scaling businesses, she excels at fostering high-performance cultures.
- [Earl Duby](https://auxiom.com/team-member/earl-duby/)
- [Matt Loria](https://auxiom.com/team-member/matt-loria/): Matt Loria is CEO and Managing Partner at Auxiom: The Gold Standard in Business IT. He is a serial entrepreneur and tech industry veteran who graduated from Oakland University with a Bachelors of Science in Finance. In 2016, he was recognized as one of DBusiness’s 30 in their 30s and is often featured as a technology and cybersecurity industry expert on Detroit area media outlets such as WDIV Channel 4 and WJR-AM News Talk 760. He draws his motivation from his obsession for building the best team in IT to help clients “Outsmart Chaos” and providing the highest level of client service in everything they do. On the weekends you can find him boating or skiing with his wife Nadine and their four children or playing with his St. Bernard dog. 

## Content Types
- [Article](https://auxiom.com/blog/content-type/article/)
- [Events](https://auxiom.com/blog/content-type/events/)
- [Video](https://auxiom.com/blog/content-type/video/)