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IT Security Compliance: 4 Reasons Vulnerability Scanning Is Essential

IT Security Compliance: 4 Reasons Vulnerability Scanning Is Essential

July, 2023 | Charles IT

In today's digital landscape, where cyber threats are constantly evolving, vulnerability scanning has become more crucial than ever for organizations. It serves as a proactive measure to identify and [...]

HIPAA Compliance and Virtual Visits

HIPAA Compliance and Virtual Visits

June, 2023 | Charles IT

The COVID-19 pandemic forced many healthcare providers to switch to telehealth, or virtual care. Despite pandemic restrictions having been lifted, much of the public has come to prefer telehealth [...]

Why Is External Vulnerability Scanning Critical to IT Security Risk Management?

Why Is External Vulnerability Scanning Critical to IT Security Risk Management?

April, 2023 | Foster Charles

In today's technology-driven world, IT security risk management has become a top priority for businesses of all sizes. Cyberattacks continue to pose a significant threat to businesses, making it [...]

Why HIPAA Compliance Training Is Critical for Your Business

Why HIPAA Compliance Training Is Critical for Your Business

April, 2023 | Tom Tetrault

Does your healthcare facility provide services that require your employees to access and disclose a patient's protected health information (PHI)? If so, you should know the importance of complying [...]

How to Prepare for HIPAA Certification for IT Professionals

How to Prepare for HIPAA Certification for IT Professionals

March, 2023 | Sal Marino

Healthcare information technology systems are a favorite target for cybercriminals. Protected health information (PHI) contains a wealth of valuable data that can sell for a lot of money on dark web [...]

What is a HIPAA security risk assessment, and who needs one?

What is a HIPAA security risk assessment, and who needs one?

March, 2023 | Foster Charles

The healthcare sector is a favorite target for cybercriminals and state-sponsored hackers. Contrary to popular belief, things like stolen medical records are worth far more on the dark web than [...]

Are You Allocating Enough Budget For Cybersecurity?

Are You Allocating Enough Budget For Cybersecurity?

December, 2022 | Sal Marino

In a world where cyberthreats like phishing scams and ransomware attacks are commonplace, it’s more important than ever for organizations to invest in cybersecurity. But how much should you be [...]

4 Ways an MSP Can Help You Ensure All Compliance Requirements Are Met

4 Ways an MSP Can Help You Ensure All Compliance Requirements Are Met

November, 2022 | Foster Charles

Businesses of all industries and sizes must comply with relevant state, federal, and international laws, regulations, and standards. This is extremely important for any business that is regulated by [...]

4 Ways An IT Security Assessment Prepares You For SOC 2 Compliance

4 Ways An IT Security Assessment Prepares You For SOC 2 Compliance

October, 2022 | Foster Charles

No organization wants to do business with a high-risk vendor. In today’s increasingly complex cyber threat landscape, companies routinely demand trust and transparency so that they can be confident [...]

Why A Cybersecurity Risk Assessment Is Vital To SOC 2 Compliance

Why A Cybersecurity Risk Assessment Is Vital To SOC 2 Compliance

October, 2022 | Foster Charles

If you manage a business, you already know that there are many ways your business can be exposed to cyber threats. This is why businesses must conduct a variety of security measures to remain secure, [...]

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