Passkeys Are Becoming the Default in Microsoft Entra ID – Why Charities Should Start Preparing Now
If you’ve ever had to reset a forgotten password on a Monday morning, chase a user for an MFA code or deal […]
Smartdesc Newsletter: Charity Technology Leaders Report 2026, Academia Lifecycle Services, Events and More
Welcome to our July newsletter! This month, we’re delighted to share the 2026 edition of our Charity Technology Leaders Report, created […]
Using AI Responsibly: A Guide for Businesses
Artificial Intelligence is transforming the modern workplace at an incredible pace. From automating repetitive admin tasks to improving collaboration and accelerating decision-making, […]
Turning Yesterday’s Technology into Tomorrow’s Value
Technology refreshes are a normal part of modern business. New devices improve security, increase productivity and help organisations stay competitive. But while […]
Smartdesc Newsletter: Charity Technology Leaders Report 2026, Continual Service Roadmap, Microsoft Licensing Changes Coming on 1 July and More
Welcome to our June newsletter! This month, we’re delighted to share the 2026 edition of our Charity Technology Leaders Report, created […]
Smartdesc’s Continual Service Improvement Roadmap – Summer 2026
At Smartdesc, continual improvement is not a one-off project or an internal exercise. It is a core part of our ITIL-driven ethos […]
Charity Technology Leaders Report 2026
We are delighted to release the 2026 edition of our annual Charity Technology Leaders Report; conducted in partnership with Charity IT Leaders. […]
Smartdesc Newsletter: National Three Peaks Challenge, Microsoft Elevate, Latest Blogs, Upcoming Events and More
Welcome to our May newsletter! This month, we’re sharing important updates on upcoming Microsoft 365 price changes and practical guidance on steps […]
Team Smartdesc Conquers the National Three Peaks Challenge for Refuge
Last weekend, the Academia Group took on one of the UK’s toughest endurance events — the National Three Peaks Challenge — in […]
Cybersecurity Before Summer: Are Charities Ready?
For many nonprofits, summer brings a shift in rhythm. Volunteer availability changes and internal resources are often stretched thinner than usual. But […]
Smartdesc Newsletter: Latest Blogs, Roundtables, Networking Events and More
Welcome to our April newsletter! This month, we’re highlighting two important Microsoft updates on the horizon. In our latest blogs, we break […]
What charities need to know about IT outsourcing
With a shortage of IT talent in the UK, charities face an uphill battle to attract staff against inflated corporate wages available […]