Understanding the NIST AI Risk Management Framework
The question isn’t whether AI will transform your business—it’s whether you’ll manage the risks before they manage you. Every day, AI systems make thousands of decisions that affect real people:
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What is SOC 2?
SOC 2 is a compliance standard for service organizations, developed by the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA). It specifies how organizations should manage customer data. The SOC 2 framework is applicable…
NIST Security Standards
Organizations of all sizes are vulnerable to data theft and loss. Vulnerability is regardless of the asset at risk – consumer information, intellectual property, or private corporate files. The United…
Comparing Top 5 Security Regulations for Healthcare
The healthcare industry has been the target of countless hacking attempts despite adopting security protocols outlined in the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) since 1996. Hackers have found…
Cybersecurity Best Practices
Keeping yourself protected from cybercrime isn’t just about having the latest security solutions. Good IT security practices, including regular training for employees, are essential components of every single security setup.…
What is the difference between an Audit, Assessment and Certification?
Working on contracts for B2B, B2G, or B2C engagements can be daunting. The intense focus on proving the security and privacy of your systems is usually at the heart of…
What are the rules of HIPAA Compliance?
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) is a set of mandatory standards for all organizations that work with Protected Health Information (PHI) of US Residents. It…
What is Protected Health Information (PHI)?
HIPAA stands for the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996. It is a set of mandatory standards to manage the use and disclosure of healthcare data, known as…
Who is covered under HIPAA?
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) is applicable to all entities in the Healthcare Industry. It outlines the rules and regulations with regard to the use…
7 Benefits of HIPAA Compliance
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) outlines the rules and regulations with regard to the use and disclosure of Protected Health Information (PHI) by all businesses…
How to Complete Your Security Risk Analysis for MIPS in 2025
MIPS or the Merit-based Incentive Payment System is a performance-based reimbursement program under Medicare, developed by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to reward healthcare providers for quality,
How to Prepare for your CMMC Certification
You’ve spent months implementing security controls to prepare for your CMMC Certification. Your policies are polished. Your System Security Plan (SSP) is complete. Now comes the moment of truth: the
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
How to Select the Right C3PAO for Your CMMC Certification
For many cybersecurity frameworks you’ve dealt with, self-attestation is acceptable and gaps may be justified with Plans of Action and Milestones. However, CMMC Level 2 flips the script entirely. There’s
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
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.
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
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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