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Complying with GDPR

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a legal framework enacted by the European Union (EU) to regulate how the personal data of individuals in the EU is collected, processed,…

Complying with HIPAA

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), enacted in 1996, is a U.S. federal law designed to protect PHI and other sensitive patient health information. HIPAA establishes the standards…

What is the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act?

The Federal Trade Commission Act (FTC Act) was established in 1914 with the goal of promoting fair competition, preventing deceptive practices, and safeguarding consumers. The FTC Act empowers the Federal…

Cybersecurity Checklist for Startups

Cybersecurity is a critical concern for startups, which often handle sensitive data but may lack the robust security infrastructure of larger corporations. Even a single security breach can lead to…

What is the HIPAA Security rule?

The HIPAA Security rule applies to covered entities, business associates, subcontractors – anyone or any system with access to confidential patient data. Every organization in the healthcare delivery ecosystem must…

Security Certifications for Startups

Investing in security certifications such as SOC 2 and ISO 27001 can benefit startups by bolstering their market credibility and competitive stance. For new companies, establishing trust with potential clients…

Top 3 Security Certifications for SaaS Providers

SaaS providers operate in a digital-first landscape where trust is paramount. To thrive, they must not only offer innovative solutions but also demonstrate uncompromising data security. Achieving certifications like SOC…

SOC 2 for SaaS Providers

If you are a SaaS platform provider, it is increasingly important to demonstrate your security and privacy implementations through a third-party independent audit report, such as SOC 2. A SOC…

Security Considerations for AI in Radiology

As the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into radiology continues to advance, it brings forth a multitude of opportunities to enhance diagnostic accuracy, streamline workflows, and improve patient outcomes. However,…

Your CMMC Roadmap

The path to CMMC compliance doesn’t have to feel like navigating uncharted territory. With CMMC requirements entering new DoD contracts and full implementation approaching rapidly, your organization needs a clear
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How to Select the Right C3PAO for Your CMMC Certification

What happens when your multi-million-dollar defense contract hinges on a single assessment decision that you can’t guarantee?  Unlike many other cybersecurity frameworks you’ve dealt with—where self-attestation was acceptable and gaps
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CMMC Compliance versus Certification

As a defense contractor familiar with CMMC, you’re likely encountering a flood of contradictory information about who can help you, what services you actually need, and whether you even need
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How to Select an RPO, RP, and RPA for CMMC Compliance

Selecting the right compliance professionals can determine whether your CMMC journey becomes a strategic advantage or a costly struggle. You need to have a plan that avoids common critical pitfalls.
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How to Comply with NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC

NIST SP 800-171 Rev 2 serves as the strategic foundation for CMMC compliance success. Organizations that master NIST implementation first can dramatically reduce CMMC certification costs, accelerate timelines, and increase
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Comparing NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC

As a defense contractor, it can be daunting to understand two complex security standards to win defense contracts. As CMMC Consultants,  we have helped several organizations navigate this maze and
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Mastering CMMC Documentation

CMMC is not just about having the right tools and controls in place—it’s about proving it. Documentation serves as your organization’s evidence that your security processes are not only implemented
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How to Create an SSP for CMMC

In today’s defense contracting landscape, cybersecurity compliance has become non-negotiable. With the Department of Defense (DoD) implementing the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) framework, contractors handling sensitive information must demonstrate
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10 Critical CMMC Pitfalls That Could Derail Your Certification (And How to Overcome Them)

In today’s defense contracting environment, cybersecurity compliance isn’t merely a checkbox—it’s a critical business differentiator. The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) framework represents the Department of Defense’s comprehensive effort to
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