Protecting sensitive information is the core purpose of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). HIPAA mandates that patients have full control over access to their health records. Compliance is a strict requirement for any healthcare practice or business partner.
How to keep your healthcare practice compliant with HIPAA
The hidden weaknesses of multifactor authentication
Multifactor authentication (MFA) works by requiring users to provide more than one form of identification when logging into a system or account. This extra layer of security is meant to prevent unauthorized access and protect sensitive information. However, while MFA may seem like a foolproof solution, it actually has its own set of vulnerabilities that […]
Questions to ask before upgrading your servers
Upgrading your company’s servers is a crucial decision that affects everything from operations to long-term growth. Rather than rushing into a replacement, it’s important to pause and ask the right questions. The following questions will help you evaluate your current infrastructure and determine whether replacing your servers is the best course of action.
Why Microsoft Whiteboard is becoming a go-to tool for team collaboration
With remote and hybrid work now the norm, visual collaboration tools have become essential for allowing teams to brainstorm, plan, and innovate together in real time. Learn how Microsoft Whiteboard helps distributed teams stay aligned, creative, and productive, no matter where they work.
Turning lookers into buyers: 5 Website tips for small businesses
Imagine a customer walking into your physical store, looking around for five seconds, and then immediately walking out without saying a word. The same thing occurs on your site if it isn’t built to encourage sales. Traffic does not equal money if no one takes action.
Defending against data loss: 6 Strategies businesses should implement
Cyberattacks, technical failures, or simple human error can creep up out of nowhere. And when they occur, businesses are often left scrambling to recover lost data. Fortunately, there are some simple adjustments businesses can make to safeguard their data and protect their operations.
Why your firewall isn’t enough: The critical case for 24/7 SOC monitoring
The never-ending arms race between cybercriminals and cybersecurity professionals means that today’s attacks are stealthy, persistent, and specifically designed to bypass traditional defenses. Unfortunately for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) that haven’t kept up with cybersecurity, a firewall and antivirus software are no longer enough; you can’t just “install the tools, set the rules, and […]
2026 Cybersecurity trends and predictions
Cybersecurity experts Rob Wright (Dark Reading), David Jones (Cybersecurity Dive), and Alissa Irei (TechTarget Search Security) recently came together to discuss the future of online security. Let’s take a look at their insights on major trends and new risks to help businesses better navigate the challenges on the horizon.
Securing the “shadow network” of smart devices in your office
From security cameras and smart TVs to printers, HVAC controllers, conference room tablets, and wireless sensors, there are likely many internet-connected devices in your network that aren’t computers. While these smart devices can boost your efficiency and productivity, they also are also less secure by nature and often go unnoticed by your IT team.
