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GDPR: How Your Company Can Meet the New Regulations

May 14, 2018

As the launch of the European Union’s (EU’s) new General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) draws near, businesses that have not already prepared are now scrambling to ensure compliance before the May 25 deadline. You may be wondering “I’m in the ...

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Why Investment Advisors Need to Take Client Data Protection Seriously

May 09, 2018

As a registered investment advisor (RIA), you’re not only expected to protect your client’s data from a professional standpoint, it’s actually your fiduciary duty to do so. But carrying out this responsibility is a lot easier said than done in ...

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7 Women who've impacted the Technology we use Today

May 08, 2018

It’s no secret that the field of computer science and information technology (IT) in general has long been considered a male-dominated industry and women have been slow to gain a foothold. However, despite their small numbers, that doesn’t mean that ...

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Email Debt Forgiveness Day: What It is and How to Never Need It Again

Apr 30, 2018

It’s something that everyone has in common: Unread emails that are sitting in your inbox. These emails can be unread for many reasons — you’ve been busy; you simply don’t want to read them; or, perhaps you’ve read them but re-set them as “unread” ...

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Top 3 TED Talks About Security That Everyone Should Listen To

Top 3 TED Talks About Security That Everyone Should Watch

Apr 25, 2018

Cybersecurity. Cybercrime. Cybercrime prevention. Hackers. Malware and ransomware. These are all terms that are increasingly taking up residence in news headlines around the world. After 2017’s record-setting year of cybercrime, it shouldn’t come as ...

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Why Accounting Firms Need a BDR Solution

Apr 24, 2018

As a certified public accountant (CPA), you’re entrusted to protect the sensitive and valuable information of your clients. You can implement an intrusion detection system (IDS), use a firewall, and anti-malware and antivirus software — all of which ...

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How Los Angeles Distributors Can Benefit from Managed IT Services

Apr 19, 2018

As a Los Angeles distributor, you’re always trying to find ways to improve the service you provide to clients. In an increasingly global climate, this likely means trying to keep up with all of the changes in consumer demands, sales channels, and ...

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Cost-Effective & Efficient Cybersecurity Tips for LA Accounting Firms

Apr 16, 2018

As a business owner, I understand the challenges and costs associated with running a successful business. However, as an IT security expert with more than 25 years of experience, I also know the importance of not cutting corners when it comes to ...

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Dual Factor Authentication Best Practices for Your RIA Firm

Apr 12, 2018

At its core, cybersecurity is a risk management issue for all modern businesses and organizations. As cyber attacks continue to increase, both in terms of their complexity and their frequency, it’s important for employees at every business to ensure ...

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