THE SAFEPOINT IT BLOG
Practical writing on security, AI, compliance and running IT well, from the team that does it every day for Chicagoland businesses.
Your Biggest Customer Just Sent a Vendor Security Questionnaire. Now What?It usually arrives as a spreadsheet attached to a routine email from purchasing. Eighty to three hundred rows. "Do you enforce multi-factor…Read the article →
The HIPAA Security Risk Assessment Most Practices Get WrongNearly every practice believes they have done their SRA. Here is what the HIPAA Security Rule actually requires, the 5 mistakes practices…Read the article →
Why Multi-Factor Authentication Matters for Business SecurityPasswords are still the front line for accessing business systems, email accounts, financial platforms, and everyday tools. The problem is that passwords…Read the article →Illinois BIPA Amendments 2025: What the Changes Really MeanIllinois’ Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) has always been known for its strictness, its large penalties, and the confusion it created for…Read the article →
Compliance: What It Is And Why It's ImportantCompliance is one of those topics almost every business leader knows they should care about… but many don’t fully understand until a…Read the article →
Why Nonprofits Use Managed IT Services to Reduce RiskNonprofits exist to make an impact, but daily technology issues can pull time and energy away from that work. Managed IT services…Read the article →
HIPAA Data Backup Requirements: How to Build a Compliant and Secure Strategy for Healthcare DataEvery healthcare organization handles sensitive data, but not everyone is prepared to protect it. With ransomware attacks on the rise and regulatory…Read the article →
Understanding the Corporate Transparency Act As financial regulations and anti-money laundering efforts continuously evolve, it is imperative that your business is aware of the acts in…Read the article →
Don't Miss Your Financial Privacy Deadline: How to Ensure ComplianceAs a business owner, complying with regulations is imperative for your business’ success. On May 10th, I attended an informative FTC webinar…Read the article →
HIPAA’s March 1st Deadline: Are You Aware of the New Regulations?The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) specifically protects sensitive information in the healthcare industry. HIPAA provides a lot to protect…Read the article →
What You Need to Know About PCI Compliance for Your BusinessIn the current digital era, companies must safeguard their clients' sensitive information, including personal and financial data. In this case, PCI (Payment…Read the article →
Update on The Safeguards Rule by FTC: Compliance Deadline RevisedAs you may remember from our previous blog, The Federal Trade Commission has been very rigorous with their guidelines to ensure that…Read the article →Ask us on a short call. If we are a fit, the next step is an assessment, not a sales pitch.
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