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Creating an ADA-compliant website

March 30, 2012 8:03am PDT

Nicole Bremer Nash goes over the requirements for an ADA-compliant website, including checklists and additional resources.

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Five free apps to help remind you to take a break

December 3, 2012 1:40pm PST

Jack Wallen has found apps that remind users to take breaks and practice good ergonomics, and they do this without costing a penny.

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The future of IT security compliance: 201 CMR 17.00

April 30, 2013 6:00am PDT

Why should you be concerned about a security rule that is part of the State law of Massachusetts -- especially if you aren't in business there? Donovan Colbert explains how compliance regulations...

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The CIO resume vs. The CTO resume

February 13, 2013 6:35am PST

Don't confuse the position of CIO with CTO when you're applying for one of those jobs. Resume expert Jennifer Hay talks about the difference.

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10 things to do with old computing equipment

February 5, 2013 8:11am PST

When equipment reaches the end of its useful life, IT must either dispose of it or find it a new home. Here are several good ways to handle the situation.

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10 boring (but really important) things you should know about HIPAA compliance

June 14, 2012 6:28am PDT

Staggering fines are being levied against companies that fail to comply with HIPAA regulations. Here are 10 critical policies to have in place (even if you don't fall under HIPAA).

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10 ways to avoid costly PCI compliance violations

February 23, 2012 8:26am PST

If you accept credit card payments, you must comply with PCI standards. Brien Posey explains what all the data security requirements actually mean for you.

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Your medical records, HIPAA, and the illusion of privacy

January 7, 2013 7:44am PST

HIPAA is supposed to protect our private medical records from prying eyes, but there are many exceptions and gaps as Michael P. Kassner found out while doing some research.

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Use MS Security Compliance Manager to secure your Windows environment

June 25, 2012 11:14am PDT

Alfonso Barreiro recommends Microsoft's Security Compliance Manager tool to help you create and maintain security baselines using Group Policy Objects.

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Industry insiders say don't bother with HIPAA certs

February 12, 2003 8:00am PST

If you've been consulting in the healthcare field, by now you are fully immersed in HIPAA. Most of our sources say you needn't bother with HIPAA certifications. Do you agree?

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Is your storage management process HIPAA compliant?

February 9, 2005 8:00am PST

Beginning in April 2005, being compliant with the HIPAA security regulations turns into serious business. The question for CIOs, IT directors, and everyone charged with securing the company's...

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What the Sarbanes-Oxley Act means for IT managers

March 19, 2003 8:00am PST

The Sarbanes-Oxley Act holds the management in charge of corporate disclosures accountable for its actions. It also offers IT managers guidance on what data they need to retain. Here is a brief...

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Download this database for tracking licensing compliance

September 12, 2002 7:00am PDT

Few administrator mistakes can be more costly than failing to properly track software licensing and being nailed by a BSA audit. Get your licenses organized and in compliance using this free...

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Best practices for software license management, part 2

November 28, 2012 5:50am PST

Software license management is a key process for all organizations. We've talked about how to set it up. Here's how to maintain the status quo.

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How to prevent or navigate an audit by Adobe

June 28, 2011 4:43am PDT

The CEO of Animus Solutions, Inc., a management consulting firm helping organizations solve the toughest enterprise issues, gives some tips on dealing with an Adobe audit and some gotchas...

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Governance, risk, compliance: Four things to ponder about GRC initiatives

February 6, 2013 6:00am PST

Dominic Vogel highlights four issues to consider if your organization is adopting a GRC framework to manage security and compliance requirements.

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HIPAA compliance and disaster recovery

February 13, 2006 4:26pm PST

Find out what your disaster recovery plan must cover in order to comply with current HIPAA regulations.

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Compliance Regulatory Overview: FERPA

September 15, 2005 3:57pm PDT

This lesson is part four of a seven-part series on IT regulatory compliance. Part four deals with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA): who it affects, what failure to comply...

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Download this sample business associate agreement for HIPAA compliance

October 11, 2002 7:00am PDT

Consultants who handle private patient information from healthcare organizations have to sign a Business Associate agreement when renewing contracts or hammering out new ones. Here's a sample...

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Compliance Regulatory Overview: Gramm-Leach-Bliley

September 12, 2005 7:24pm PDT

In this lesson, we will explore the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act: who it affects, what not complying could mean to your organization, and best practices for complying.

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