FTC Guidelines – what you need to know The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Safeguards Rule requires financial institutions, including accounting firms, to have measures in place to protect the security, confidentiality, and integrity of customer information. This includes developing and implementing a written information security plan that includes administrative, technical, and physical safeguards appropriate to…
Stay Productive During the Busy Season We are starting to get into the busy season for accountants. Here are 5 tips to stay focused during tax season: 📆Create a schedule and stick to it: It can be helpful to create a schedule for the day or week, and try your best to stick to it.…
What is 2-factor authentication? Two-factor authentication is when an additional “factor” is required for you to login to a system other than just a password. This is typically a numerical code sent to either a text message or email. It can also be done via a phone call or a mobile app. These solutions can…
Today we are going to talk about cyber insurance. What is it and do you need it. Cyber Liability insurance is used to provide financial assistance in the event of a cyber-attack. Often your general liability insurance policy or professional liability will contain some basic cyber liability coverage but with the increased risks and potential…
What are 4 Technologies you can implement today that will increase your productivity and cut your administrative costs? In our current economic cycle, where labor is tough to find and the workload is larger than it has ever been, it is critical to have technology solutions in place that can maximize your staff productivity and…
Am I Secure? The cybersecurity solutions you must have in place to answer YES Many firms have seen the recent cyber security headlines or were given a 10-page questionnaire when they went to renew/order cyber insurance. One thing is for certain, and that is you can’t hide anymore. More and more of the public is…
Cybersecurity Horror Movies It’s October and that means there is only one type of movie you’re allowed to watch. That’s right, horror! Even the scaredy cats like a good horror movie near Halloween whether it’s Scream, Nightmare on Elm Street, Paranormal Activity, or, well, Halloween. But very few horror movies are realistic. People are always…
Recipe for Strong Cybersecurity Cookies. Cakes. Pies. Brownies. All fantastic treats to have when you’re feeling down. But you know what the easiest and most satisfying dish to make really is? Strong Cybersecurity! Let’s quickly go over what you’ll need and the steps you’ll need to take to have a truly cyber-safe digital presence! Ingredients:…
Doctor’s Visit – Cybercriminals I want you to take a second and imagine the thing you dread the most in the world. The thing that brings you the most anxiety when you know it’s coming up. Everybody has something. Got it? I bet at least a quarter of you thought of an appointment with your…
The Best Offense is a Good Defense It’s fall and for most of us, that means one thing: football season! Most Americans love sitting in front of the TV on Sunday to watch their favorite team battle it out on the gridiron. The touchdowns, the field goals, the interceptions, the big hits. It’s very exciting.…