Seminole Office Solutions, a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), announced today, that the company has is providing small to mid-sized business and non-profits artificial intelligence tools without exposing their organizations to the common security risks posed by the most popular platforms. As organizations have adopted AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, Grok, and Copilot, their employees are unknowingly creating a major security risk: exposing sensitive information to public AI technologies. Seminole Office Solutions now provides an all-encompassing AI solution that combines all of the popular tools with the highest level of security.
In January 2026, BlackFog found that 86% of workers use AI at least weekly for work tasks and 49% of workers admit using AI tools at work without employer approval. Whether workers are using these tools to conduct searches, create documents or enter organization information they are doing it in a risky manner because none of the tools are secure. Most organizations have invested in cybersecurity. They have implemented firewalls, endpoint protection, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), email security, backup systems, and network monitoring. However, most are now unknowingly bypassing all of those protections the moment workers begin interacting with an unsecured public AI tool.
In other words, organizations may spend years fortifying the front door of their IT network, only to have workers unintentionally “hand the keys” to sensitive information directly to public AI platforms, exposing the organization to liability, security issues and hackers.
“Organizations have worked incredibly hard to secure their networks and protect their data like financial, employee, and customer information,” said Brian Willcox, President of Seminole Office Solutions. “The challenge now is that workers are using AI tools independently, often without realizing the potential consequences of where that data is going.”
“The majority of your staff are already utilizing AI in some form, whether employers officially approve it or not. That means that even if they’re using AI to summarize documents, write emails, analyze spreadsheets, generate reports, troubleshoot problems, and automate workflows, they need to be aware of the liabilities they can inadvertently expose the business to,” added Mr. Willcox.
The reality is simple: employees are already getting AI assistance from somewhere.
Which means businesses need to become actively involved in how AI is being used inside their organizations. Sensitive customer information, financial records, legal documents, internal communications, proprietary processes, source code, pricing models, and confidential business strategies can all unintentionally become exposed when entered into unsecured public AI systems.
“Most businesses know they need to start leveraging AI to stay competitive,” Willcox commented. “But they also need guardrails. Companies want the productivity benefits of AI, but we step in and lock down these tools, so they are safe and secure.”
Seminole Office Solutions secures AI tools helping organizations establish guardrails around how AI is used, allowing workers to benefit from automation and intelligence while maintaining oversight, compliance, and human review. “AI has quickly become the most powerful productivity tool ever created,” Willcox said. “But the organizations that win long-term won’t necessarily be the ones using the most AI. They’ll be the ones using it securely, responsibly, and strategically.”
ABOUT SEMINOLE OFFICE SOLUTIONS
Celebrating 40 years of innovation and service, Seminole Office Solutions stands as a leading Managed Technology Services Provider (MTSP) dedicated to enhancing efficiency, productivity, and security for local businesses across various industries since its establishment in 1984. Committed to proactive adaptation to emerging client needs, Seminole offers a diverse range of solutions, from managed IT services, cloud, security and VoIP phone solutions via their MSP division, dba SemTech IT Solutions, to business process automation solutions and imaging and print hardware. With a focus on helping clients succeed, Seminole remains an independent, forward-thinking provider poised to meet the evolving technological demands of Central Florida's businesses for years to come. To learn more about our products, solutions, and support please contact Seminole Office Solutions at 407-830-7950 or visit www.sosfla.com, SemTech IT Solutions at 407-830-1434 or visit www.semtechit.com.
In January 2026, BlackFog found that 86% of workers use AI at least weekly for work tasks and 49% of workers admit using AI tools at work without employer approval. Whether workers are using these tools to conduct searches, create documents or enter organization information they are doing it in a risky manner because none of the tools are secure. Most organizations have invested in cybersecurity. They have implemented firewalls, endpoint protection, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), email security, backup systems, and network monitoring. However, most are now unknowingly bypassing all of those protections the moment workers begin interacting with an unsecured public AI tool.
In other words, organizations may spend years fortifying the front door of their IT network, only to have workers unintentionally “hand the keys” to sensitive information directly to public AI platforms, exposing the organization to liability, security issues and hackers.
“Organizations have worked incredibly hard to secure their networks and protect their data like financial, employee, and customer information,” said Brian Willcox, President of Seminole Office Solutions. “The challenge now is that workers are using AI tools independently, often without realizing the potential consequences of where that data is going.”
“The majority of your staff are already utilizing AI in some form, whether employers officially approve it or not. That means that even if they’re using AI to summarize documents, write emails, analyze spreadsheets, generate reports, troubleshoot problems, and automate workflows, they need to be aware of the liabilities they can inadvertently expose the business to,” added Mr. Willcox.
The reality is simple: employees are already getting AI assistance from somewhere.
Which means businesses need to become actively involved in how AI is being used inside their organizations. Sensitive customer information, financial records, legal documents, internal communications, proprietary processes, source code, pricing models, and confidential business strategies can all unintentionally become exposed when entered into unsecured public AI systems.
“Most businesses know they need to start leveraging AI to stay competitive,” Willcox commented. “But they also need guardrails. Companies want the productivity benefits of AI, but we step in and lock down these tools, so they are safe and secure.”
Seminole Office Solutions secures AI tools helping organizations establish guardrails around how AI is used, allowing workers to benefit from automation and intelligence while maintaining oversight, compliance, and human review. “AI has quickly become the most powerful productivity tool ever created,” Willcox said. “But the organizations that win long-term won’t necessarily be the ones using the most AI. They’ll be the ones using it securely, responsibly, and strategically.”
ABOUT SEMINOLE OFFICE SOLUTIONS
Celebrating 40 years of innovation and service, Seminole Office Solutions stands as a leading Managed Technology Services Provider (MTSP) dedicated to enhancing efficiency, productivity, and security for local businesses across various industries since its establishment in 1984. Committed to proactive adaptation to emerging client needs, Seminole offers a diverse range of solutions, from managed IT services, cloud, security and VoIP phone solutions via their MSP division, dba SemTech IT Solutions, to business process automation solutions and imaging and print hardware. With a focus on helping clients succeed, Seminole remains an independent, forward-thinking provider poised to meet the evolving technological demands of Central Florida's businesses for years to come. To learn more about our products, solutions, and support please contact Seminole Office Solutions at 407-830-7950 or visit www.sosfla.com, SemTech IT Solutions at 407-830-1434 or visit www.semtechit.com.
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- July 31, 2026
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