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Why “Almost Compliant” is Not Enough for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses

Why “Almost Compliant” is Not Enough for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses In the world of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), compliance is crucial to maintaining a successful and reputable operation. However, many business owners mistakenly believe that being “almost compliant” is sufficient. In reality, partial compliance can be just as detrimental as non-compliance, exposing your…

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Spring Cleaning for Your Inbox

Spring Cleaning for Your Inbox Spring is often associated with decluttering and organizing, and for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), this concept can be applied to digital spaces as well. One area that often gets overlooked but can benefit from a thorough “spring cleaning” is email management. In this article, we’ll discuss the importance of…

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The importance of an Annual Risk Assessment

The importance of an Annual Risk Assessment Performing an annual security risk assessment is critical for small businesses for several reasons. A security risk assessment is a comprehensive review of an organization’s security posture, including its systems, processes, and policies, to identify potential risks and vulnerabilities that could be exploited by cyber attackers. Here are…

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Tax Scams: What you need to know

Tax Scams: What you need to know. Each year, scammers come up with new and creative ways to scam taxpayers. Here are a few of the most common tax scams that have been circulating recently, and tips on how to avoid them: Phishing scams: In this scam, fraudsters send emails or text messages claiming to…

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FTC Guidelines – what you need to know

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…

How to create an effective employee handbook

How to create an effective employee handbook

How to create an effective employee handbook Employee Handbooks – Establish and Review with Ease with Nester Insurance A well-designed employee handbook is an invaluable asset for a company to have. It can provide a communication gateway between management and employees concerning employer expectations, policies and company background. In addition, a handbook provides a consistent…