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How Plex Shipping Auto-Notifications Improve Customer Communication

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  In manufacturing, communication doesn’t stop when an order is entered or production is complete. Customers want to know when their order ships, what was sent, and when to expect delivery. Plex UX shipping auto-notification helps close that gap by automatically sending shipment-related emails, improving speed, accuracy, and trust in customer communication. Why shipping communication matters Shipping updates are often one of the most visible touchpoints in the customer relationship. When notifications are delayed, missing, or handled manually, customers may call or email for status updates, which adds workload for customer service and shipping teams. Automated notifications reduce that friction by keeping customers informed at the right time with less internal effort. ​ What Plex UX adds Plex UX expands email-driven workflows in ways that make automated communication more useful and more flexible. Plex UX supports customization of subject lines and email bodies, scheduled delivery ...
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The Silent Threat of End-of-Life Tech—and How Cybercriminals Exploit Trust to Attack

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As we observe Cybersecurity Awareness Month this October, it's time to confront a growing vulnerability that affects everything from industrial systems to personal devices: end-of-life (EOL) technology . These outdated systems are not just inefficient—they’re dangerous. Worse, cyber threat actors are getting smarter, using trusted U.S. network traffic as camouflage to launch attacks that bypass traditional defenses. What Is End-of-Life Technology? When a device or software reaches EOL, it means the manufacturer has stopped providing: Security patches Bug fixes Technical support This leaves the system exposed to known vulnerabilities—many of which are publicly documented and easily exploited. How Cybercriminals Exploit EOL Devices Threat actors actively scan for outdated systems and use them as entry points. Once inside, they: Deploy ransomware Steal sensitive data Use compromised devices as launchpads for lateral movement across networks According to the National Cybersecurity A...
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Help Us Secure Our World this Cybersecurity Awareness Month

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October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, an international initiative that educates everyone about online safety and empowers individuals and businesses to protect their data from cybercrime.  Even amidst large-scale data breaches and cyberattacks, Cybersecurity Awareness Month reminds everyone that there are simple, effective ways to keep yourself safe online, protect your personal data, and ultimately help secure our world.  @themerlanos  we are  proud to be a Champion and support this online safety and education initiative this October.   The theme of Cybersecurity Awareness Month is Secure Our World! This initiative reminds us that there are simple actions we can take every day to protect ourselves, our families, and businesses from online threats.   Cybersecurity Awareness Month focuses on the top four ways to stay safe online:   1. Use strong passwords and a password manager   2. Turn on multifactor authentication...
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