The landscape of business technology in 2026 is no longer defined by simple incremental updates; it is defined by a fundamental shift in how humans and machines interact to drive value. As we move into March, Frankel Technology Services is observing a critical turning point where the "wait and see" approach to technology adoption has become a significant liability. Your business can no longer afford to operate on legacy mindsets while the infrastructure of the global technology landscape shifts.

In this month’s update, we are covering vital changes within our own team, the evolution of artificial intelligence, and the specific security measures you must implement to protect your digital perimeter in an increasingly "blurred" world.

A Message Regarding Our Team Transition

Before we dive into the technical shifts of 2026, we want to address an important change within the Frankel Technology Services family. As many of you have already been notified, our long-time Account Manager, Julie Dyl, has moved on to a new chapter after many years of dedicated service. We are deeply grateful for her contributions and wish her the very best in her future endeavors.

As we look forward, we are committed to ensuring that your transition into this next phase of technology management is seamless. To that end, our Director, Tim Weidman, will be taking a direct, personal lead in client relations. Over the next 90 days, Tim will be reaching out to meet with each and every one of you.

The goal of these meetings is simple but vital: to discuss how Frankel Technology Services can best align with your specific technology needs and long-term business goals.

Secure Enterprise AI is Here (and it's not what you think)

Secure enterprise AI is no longer a future-state project—you can implement it now without exposing your client data to public tools. Frankel Technology Services is now offering a secure enterprise AI system in partnership with Hatz AI, designed specifically for organizations that need modern AI capability with security and data privacy at the forefront.

Here’s what makes it different:

1. Pay-per-use model (no more wasted licenses). Everyone in your organization gets access, but you only pay for the people who actually use it. That means you stop buying seats “just in case” and start paying for real adoption.
2. Ultimate flexibility across models. You aren’t stuck with one Large Language Model (LLM). You get access to 60+ models, including the industry leaders (OpenAI, Anthropic, and more), so you can use the best tool for each specific task—drafting, summarizing, researching, or building internal workflows.
3. Security-first by design. Unlike public AI tools, this is built for the enterprise—so you can control data exposure, protect sensitive information, and use AI responsibly without creating a new risk you have to explain later.

Drop us a line if you’d like a demo—we’d love to show you how this can change the way your team works.

The Human Firewall: 5 Habits Attackers Hope You Skip

Your firm has firewalls. You have antivirus software and a bunch of other security tools. You probably even have multi-factor authentication enabled. But here's the problem: nearly 95% of successful cyberattacks are attributed to human error. That means the most sophisticated security stack in the world can be undone by one distracted click on a Tuesday afternoon.

Attackers know this. They're not spending their time trying to crack your encryption. They're waiting for you to be tired, overwhelmed, and running on autopilot. They're betting on the fact that when you're juggling client deadlines and back-to-back meetings, you won't take five seconds to question that "urgent" email from your "CEO."

Want to increase your cyber defenses? You don't need to install anything new. You don't need to change your systems. You just need to build a few simple habits that transform you, and everyone at your firm, into the human firewall.

Read the full article on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/human-firewall-5-habits-attackers-hope-you-skip-tim-weidman-lr7ke/

Our Commitment to Your Success

At Frankel Technology Services, our mission is to ensure that you are never left behind by the pace of innovation. Whether it is navigating a team transition or deploying the latest in application whitelisting, we are here to provide the expertise and support you need to thrive.

No system is 100% breach-proof, and no technology is a silver bullet. However, through proactive management and strategic partnership, we can minimize your risks and maximize your potential.

Referrals: Help Someone Else Get to “Stable and Secure”

You’ve invested in a secure, stable, and well-supported technology environment—and that advantage matters more in 2026 than ever. Many organizations are still operating with reactive IT, inconsistent security controls, and “hope it holds” planning. They can no longer afford that approach, especially as threats keep evolving and small gaps escalate into major incidents.

If you have a friend, colleague, or peer firm that’s struggling with reliability, security, or day-to-day support, we’d love the opportunity to help. Send any referrals our way, and we’ll take great care of them—just like we do for you.

Let’s talk about your roadmap for the rest of 2026. We are ready to help you meet your technology goals with the same dedication and excellence you have come to expect from us.