It's natural and common for your employees to want to conduct some of their work at home or on the road, and often the most convenient way is to do so on their personal devices. However, this could be putting your business at risk, and thus allowing your employees to conduct their work on personal devices could be risky business. The Risk of Not Being Regulated Since your employees personal devices aren't the property of the company, they aren't being properly protected and regulated. And … Read more
6 Ways to Avoid HIPAA Penalties
It looks like the OCR (Office of Civil Rights) is getting in full swing to start auditing for HIPAA violations. There's not a day that goes by where we don't find some entity, large or small, getting breached. The threat is real and it requires action to keep you and your practice protected. Depending upon the issue, HIPAA violations can result in penalties ranging from $100 to $50,000 per violation. Violations that are deemed "willful neglect" result in a minimum fine of $10,000 per … Read more
What is VoIP?
The Void in VoIP Knowledge What is VoIP or voice over Internet protocol? Why is it better than traditional land-line phone service? These are common questions when it comes to the quickly growing VoIP services being implemented by businesses over every size. The simple answer is VoIP services offer a state-of-the-art communication system that allows your business to expand its technology and capabilities, without expanding costs. Turn in the Line for the Web While a traditional telephone call … Read more
You Won’t “LIKE” What Social Media Can Do To Your Business Security and Productivity
More Posting and Less Productivity Employees using company computers to access their favorite news website, social media page or check the score of their fantasy football team is nothing new. The problem is these sites and apps are getting more addicting every day, and employee productivity is dropping at an alarming rate. Even worse, more and more companies are at risk for employees using company resources to access adult websites and gambling websites as well. Create a Policy to Protect … Read more
8 Ways To Keep Your Small Business Secure
If you own and operate a small business, lowering costs is an important part of keeping your company in the black. Cutting costs on your IT budget could inadvertently compromise your company’s security. Even though small businesses may not have all of the resources that large corporations do, they are still just as vulnerable to the same security threats. Here are ways to help secure your small business: 1. Have Anti-virus & Malware Software Every computer is vulnerable to the wide variety … Read more
Is Your BYOD Policy HIPAA Compliant?
Bring Your Own Device or BYOD policies are a great tools for employees and a money saver for companies, but it can also be a risky policy if not conducted properly. Mobile devices and a BYOD policy in the health care field can allow professionals to easily transition workflows, boost productivity and improve communication. The major issue with a BYOD policy in this field is the risk of security breaches leaking personal information and medical records of the patients. This is not only a concern … Read more
Pave the Way for a Successful BYOD Policy
Is your company currently allowing a Bring Your Own Device or BYOD policy for your employees, or considering starting one? While this strategy is a great way to promote productivity and save money for your business, you have to make sure you know the lay of the land before you start allowing a BYOD program at your office. Here are some helpful tips to ensure a BYOD policy is a success and not a regret: Decide On Your Devices Before you open up a BYOD policy, make sure you make it clear to your … Read more
Get a New Hire Up to Speed Using Videos
When it comes to onboarding a new employee, a majority of small businesses use a traditional approach like an Employee Handbook. The problem with this training process is that it generally offers little visual assistance and provides plenty of boredom. Numerous businesses have brushed aside the boredom and monotony of the handbook, in exchange for the fast-tracking process of onboarding new employees with the use of short videos. Here are some tips on why onboarding videos can help to bring … Read more
4 Tips For Getting the Most Out of Your Technology Investment
How many times have you purchased new software or hardware, and avoided the help menu or user manual? Experts reason that about 90 percent of all features included with software go unused! Much of this comes down to lack of training for individuals using the technology – they use what they know and need most, and avoid anything that would require study or practice to implement. It’s human nature to take the path of least resistance, but with a little motivation you could better benefit from the … Read more
Faced With Computer Crashes, A Lost Password Or A Network Failure With No In-House Computer Expert?
Faced With Computer Crashes, A Lost Password Or A Network Failure With No In-House Computer Expert? Most businesses don't worry about a computer crashing, a password being lost or a network going down when they have an in-house IT expert to handle it. But what happens if that IT guru suddenly isn't there? That computer crash, lost password or downed network could suddenly be crippling your business and hindering the productivity of your employees. Here are six tips to help you avoid this … Read more
