Complying with data privacy and protection regulations wouldn’t give several business owners sleepless nights if it only meant installing a predefined list of security solutions. Compliance goes way beyond this and for good reason. In principle, regulators, local or international, want businesses to: assess the type of data they store and manage gauge theContinue reading “First Step to Compliance: A Thorough and Accurate Risk Assessment”
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Ring in the New Year with New IT
For many of us, 2021 can’t come soon enough, and we\’re hoping next year will be a better one. One way to get the best start in the new year? Take the time now to review business technology. There are several areas that you might improve to support 2021 success. First, look at yourContinue reading “Ring in the New Year with New IT”
Security – Do You Know Your Digital Risk?
Rapid technological advancement and rising global connectivity is reshaping the way the world is functioning. From higher productivity to improved customer satisfaction, technology has played a critical role in the growth of businesses across the world. However, the consequential bad news is that technological advancements have also made organizations increasingly vulnerable to digital risks.Continue reading “Security – Do You Know Your Digital Risk?”
Why MSP Support Beats a Break-Fix Approach
Computers break at challenging times. Always. And there’s no worse time than the holiday season. Your employees want to spend time with family and friends, relaxing and reminiscing. They do not want to wait around for a fix or to find a replacement. That’s one reason a managed service provider (MSP) is a good choiceContinue reading “Why MSP Support Beats a Break-Fix Approach”
Fines, Penalties and Violations! Oh My!
Global data protection regulations (new or updated) are being enforced aggressively, resulting in a tsunami of hefty fines and penalties handed out to violators. The majority of these violations are a result of the failure to conduct regular risk assessments, which form an integral part of the ‘appropriate measures’ a business must take toContinue reading “Fines, Penalties and Violations! Oh My!”
Data Protection Regulations: The ‘New Normal’ For All Businesses
In today’s global information economy, your business data is the golden goose chased by cybercriminals. Given how this data has an endless life, who can ensure that it isn’t exploited for unsavory gains? Well, governments worldwide have stepped up to the plate. The implementation of General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in 2018 by the EuropeanContinue reading “Data Protection Regulations: The ‘New Normal’ For All Businesses”
Ransomware Equals a Data Breach
From a data regulator’s perspective, it is the responsibility of your business to keep data safe from cyber threats, inform clients about a breach within a stipulated period and provide necessary documentation as proof of your efforts. Although different regulations have laid down different mandates for breach notifications, the principle remains intact. While there isContinue reading “Ransomware Equals a Data Breach”
The Dark Web and Its Impact on Your Business
Business owners today know the internet is not only a force for good. Some people exploit the Web for ill intent. They congregate on the Dark Web, and small businesses need to understand the risks. What is the Dark Web? You and your employees spend time daily on the Web. They’re researching clients, checking outContinue reading “The Dark Web and Its Impact on Your Business”
To Backup or To Archive? ’Tis The Question
Hamlet worried about whether to be or not. You may be more preoccupied with whether backup or archiving is better for your business. You know you need to secure your data, but how? This article examines the different benefits of both options. Back in the day, businesses kept important information on paper. They storedContinue reading “To Backup or To Archive? ’Tis The Question”
Why You Should Never Use A Free Email Address For Your Business
This newsletter is about setting up your businesses technology properly. You need to look the part when it’s small, and protect it properly when it’s large. Why You Should Never Use A Free Email Address For Your Business The message is clear: email is king. Many clients and customers choose to communicate primarily by emailContinue reading “Why You Should Never Use A Free Email Address For Your Business”