Compliance

An Image of a redhead female holding a sign with the word HIPAA. Ensuring HIPAA Compliance for Healthcare

The Role of MSPs in Augmenting HIPAA Compliance for Healthcare

By Steve Jordan / August 15, 2024 /

In the heart of the city, Dr. Smith’s Dental Haven (name changed) was a bustling dental office renowned for its expert care. However, behind the scenes, a lax approach to HIPAA compliance was lurking like a time bomb. One fateful day, a cybersecurity breach exposed patient records to the dark web. The breach occurred due…

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Why Your Personal Phone Should Stay Personal: Risks of Mixing Business and Mobile

By Shane Morris / July 16, 2024 /

Our smartphones are an extension of ourselves. They hold our personal lives, from cherished photos to private messages. But when it comes to work, blurring the lines between personal and professional on your phone can lead to a host of problems. While the convenience of using your personal device for business calls and texts might…

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compliance audits

Compliance Audits: Lessons from the SEC Lawsuit of SolarWinds

By Shane Morris / November 20, 2023 /

A Brief History On October 30, 2023, The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filed a lawsuit against SolarWinds, the information technology firm that fell victim to a Russian-backed hacking group in a major cyber-espionage incident in 2019. The SEC alleges that SolarWinds committed fraud and failed to maintain adequate internal controls for several years leading…

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Why IT Compliance Audits Are Critical for Your Business

By Shane Morris / June 26, 2023 /

Overview: Step-by-Step Guidelines There are six steps to conducting an IT Compliance Audit. It is worth mentioning that the steps listed below, and their details may vary depending on the specific audit methodology and standards used in a particular business environment. The Risks of Non-Compliance Not conducting an annual IT compliance audit can put an…

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