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💪What’s stronger than one audit test?💪 Four of them working together. Audit testing isn’t just about “compliance.” It’s about ensuring operational excellence and safeguarding against risk. Here’s how auditors validate your business: ✔️Inquiry: Ask probing questions to get the big picture. ✔️Observation: See controls in action. ✔️Inspection: Dive deep into documents and records. ✔️Re-performance: Test controls by doing them again. Why does this matter? Because reliable audits = fewer compliance gaps = peace of mind. Want to learn more? Read "4 Testing Methods Used During Audit Procedures" https://hubs.li/Q0305_-10 What are your thoughts about this? We'd love to hear from you below! ♻️Please share this post with someone who needs to pass their next audit!

Running a startup company? You may think that getting a SOC 2 is optional, for when you get bigger. And we get it- resources are tight! But when enterprise clients comes knocking, they'll be asking for one thing: A SOC 2 report. If you handle any sensitive customer data, here’s what’s happening: 👉 Enterprise clients are asking for SOC 2 👉 Your competitors are already using it to edge you out. 👉Looking to raise funding? Investors are expecting it. As 25 year security veteran and Senior Partner David Dunkelberger puts it: “It’s not a matter of if you need SOC 2. It’s when.” SOC 2 compliance doesn’t just keep you secure, it gives you a competitive advantage: ⤷ Builds customer confidence 🛡️ ⤷ Attracts investor trust 📈 ⤷ Simplifies vendor assessments (hello, faster deals!) Bottom line? If you’re serious about scaling, you can’t afford to wait. Read David's most recent publication to learn more: https://hubs.li/Q02_QQs50 ❓Founders, we're curious- how has your business changed since getting your SOC 2? Please share your thoughts below. ➡️Know a startup that might need to hear this? Tag them or share this post, they'll thank you!

We're ready to take on 2025! Let us help you bring it on by making sure your business is 100% security compliant! Start the year out right! Get a customized quote. FREE. No strings attached! Receive: 🔹A complete analysis of your compliance needs 🔹The timeline, cost, and pricing breakdown 🔹A personalized strategy to keep pace with evolving regulations Find out where you stand, and where you need to be in 30 minutes, for FREE! https://hubs.li/Q02_RZHC0

⚕️15 million patient records. Stolen. Lifesaving systems. Locked.⚕️ When LifeLabs, Canada’s largest medical testing company, got hacked, they had no choice but to pay a ransom. Lives were on the line. Unfortunately this isn’t a movie. It’s real life. But prevention is possible. Here’s how: 🔷Follow HIPAA Rules: Privacy, Security, and Breach Notification. Compliance is your first line of defense. 🔷Conduct Regular Risk Assessments: Find your vulnerabilities before hackers do. 🔷Train Everyone: From doctors to janitors—everyone touches patient data. Make cybersecurity second nature. 🔷Control Access: Use role-based permissions and multi-factor authentication (MFA). Only trusted eyes should see sensitive data. 🔷Enforce Strong Password Policies: Weak passwords invite disaster. Use a manager and set mandatory updates. Cybersecurity isn’t just IT’s job. It’s everyone’s responsibility—and lives depend on it. Read our most recent publication, "How to Prevent Cyber Attacks in Healthcare" https://hubs.li/Q02_QbMD0 📣Were you or anyone you know affected by the LifeLabs cyberattack? Please share this post to anyone you know who's in the healthcare industry. The more awareness we have the better.

Thank you for being an essential part of our journey this year. We look forward to continuing to serve and support you in the year ahead. Happy Holidays and a prosperous New Year, from all of us at I.S. Partners.

We hope you enjoy all aspects of the season! Happy Holidays from all of us at I.S. Partners!

😲Is your AI accepting malicious code right now? We're not trying to be gloom and doom here, but did you know that AI can execute user-submitted code that could go right into your company applications? Imagine unauthorized code running on your server, accessing sensitive data without your consent, or worse, holding your system ransom for obscene amounts of money! 🔹Data breaches are up 10% from 2023 to 2024 🔹The is a large gap between usage and user awareness of risks 🔹Data breaches cost companies over 4.88 Million in 2024 While the power of AI is immense, it's crucial to sanitize and control the code it runs to keep your data safe and sound. If you're using AI, security isn't an afterthought; it's an imperative. Watch our latest webinar, "AI Without Guardrails" and learn about AI vulnerabilities, how to protect your business, and the future of AI: 📽️https://hubs.li/Q02_spLq0 Want to find out where you stand right now? Book a free consultation with one of our senior-level compliance expert today. https://hubs.li/Q02_t6sB0 Do you have any close calls with using AI? We'd love to hear your story- please share it below! ➡️Share this with anyone you know who's using AI, they'll thank you later!

🤖 AI is transforming industries, but are your risk management practices keeping up? The HITRUST AI Risk Management Program gives your organization the tools to manage AI risks effectively and demonstrate transparency to stakeholders. Here’s why it’s a game-changer: • Proactively manages risks. Addresses data bias, algorithm transparency, and model integrity. • Provides accountability. Builds trust with stakeholders through structured governance. • Simplifies compliance. Aligns with leading frameworks like NIST and ISO. Ready to embrace the HITRUST approach? Start here: • Explore the HITRUST AI RM Assessment → Understand how it benchmarks your AI risk management efforts. • Work with I.S. Partners → Leverage our expertise to integrate HITRUST tools and achieve compliance. • Engage AI-focused governance → Use HITRUST’s Shared Responsibility Model to manage risks collaboratively. What’s the most challenging aspect of managing AI risks for your organization? Let’s discuss below! 👇 Read the full article here: [https://hubs.li/Q02-YlWH0] Need expert guidance? Talk to an I.S. Partners expert today: https://hubs.li/Q02-YlRT0 P.S. Found this helpful? Share it to help others manage AI risks with confidence!

☑️ Struggling to get cyber insurance approved? HITRUST certification could be your fast pass to better terms. With healthcare breaches costing $10M on average, cyber insurance isn’t optional. HITRUST certification simplifies approvals, lowers premiums, and reduces breach risks. Here’s how it helps: ⤷ Simplifies the process. Insurers trust HITRUST-certified organizations. ⤷ Cuts costs. Certified companies enjoy better rates. ⤷ Reduces breaches. 99.4% of HITRUST-certified environments avoided breaches in 2022–2023. What can you do now to speed up your cyber insurance approval? • Assess your risks → Identify weak points in your cybersecurity to show insurers you’re proactive. • Get HITRUST-certified → Demonstrate compliance with rigorous standards to earn trust. • Work with experts → Partner with I.S. Partners for a streamlined HITRUST certification and process. What’s been the most frustrating delay you’ve faced when applying for cyber insurance? Let’s discuss below! 👇 Read the full article here: [https://hubs.li/Q02_6rxC0] Need expert guidance? Talk to an I.S. Partners expert today: https://hubs.li/Q02_6phr0 📨 P.S. Found this helpful? Share the blog with your network to help others navigate the challenges of cyber insurance!