Compliance/GRC

Obama’s FCC Nominee Likely Good for Channel (0)May 2, 2013Tom Wheeler may be better known to wonky Beltway insiders than to those in technology, but his appointment Wednesday by Pres. Obama to head the FCC should be good news for the channel.
McAfee Embarks on IAM Foray (0)April 26, 2013McAfee is making forays into the IAM space -- or rather, the burgeoning cloud IAM space -- with new single sign-on and one-time password authentication tools that take aim at legacy players.
Ponemon: Passwords Deter Web Access (0)April 19, 2013A Ponemon Institute study finds the vast majority of users tiring of usernames and passwords as authentication solutions. Passwords are often forgettable and easily hacked, which leaves a wide-open playing field for the channel to introduce replacement solutions.
Cloud Trends Put Accelerator on GRC (0)April 12, 2013Few can deny the area of governance, risk and compliance has experienced a revival over the last year, indicated by a dearth of new start-ups and legacy players touting innovative offerings. One of the biggest catalysts driving GRCs growth is the cloud.
Aging POS Systems Points to Compliance Lag (0)April 11, 2013A McAfee study indicates the retail sector needs to address aging and outdated POS systems or face compliance penalties and security risks created by advanced threats. It might behoove the channel to revisit retail customers in order to rebuild security strategy from the ground up.
HyTrust Makes Federal Push (0)April 4, 2013Policy management and access control firm HyTrust is making greater inroads in government markets by partnering with government IT solution provider Carahsoft Technology Corp., a move that will open channel doors to cultivate strategic relationships and build out services aimed an an expansive new customer base.
AvePoint Launch Indicates Cloud GRC Growth (0)April 3, 2013Governance risk compliance and management firm AvePoint is cultivating its own niche around the growing GRC market wit the launch of a solution geared for Microsoft Office 365 -- SharePoint Online users. Among other things, the launch represents the mammoth revival of GRC that is now causing the once stagnant market to fragment into more…
Dataguise Ups GRC Prowess With Big Data (0)April 3, 2013Dataguise is blending Big Data and compliance with the latest release of DG for Hadoop, a move that follows in the footsteps of IBM, HP and others looking to make a rejuvenated push into GRC markets by leveraging Big Data analytics capabilities.
Centrify Adds Certs In Security, Privacy (0)April 2, 2013Centrify has onboarded two new cloud security and privacy certifications to its list of accolades. For the channel, that means security is a little less of a barrier to entry when engaging customers to cloud identity services sales.
PHD Adds DR With VirtualSharp Buy (0)April 2, 2013Virtual backup firm PHD Virtual just bolstered its capabilities with the acquisition of VirtualSharp Software, which now adds virtualized disaster recovery to channel portfolios as a relevant differentiator in a market experiencing explosive growth.
Study: Neglecting Security Opens Doors For PIM (0)March 28, 2013A survey conducted by Lieberman Softtware indicates that as many as 80 percent of employees regularly ignore security policies and directives, even if issued from executive management. No surprises there, but it does open doors for a few highly specialized differentiators, including privileged identity management, that represent a profitable alternative to commoditizing IAM solutions.
TraceSecurity Channel Program Bolsters GRC (0)March 26, 2013TraceSecurity is launching a channel program, a sign that GRC is gaining traction in the channel, particularly with the SMB and lower market segments.
Critical Hadoop Data Spurs Risk, Concern (0)March 19, 2013Dataguise releases a survey indicating a critical mass of concern around protecting sensitive information in Hadoop environments. With Big Data trends on the rise, the ability to secure and protect data will represent a bigger channel opportunity, especially in light of compliance regulations.
Sophos Bolsters Encryption for Next-Gen OS (0)March 11, 2013Sophos updated its flagship encryption solution with next-gen OS functions, a move that powers the security fundamentals that drive partner value and profitability in increasingly specialized compliance markets.
TriCore, Alert Logic Up Management Security (0)March 11, 2013TriCore Solutions and Alert Logic have partnered to infuse security mechanisms into application management. For the channel, that means new differentiators and expanded reach into enterprise circles that could give a crowded application management market a swift boost.
SolarWinds Mapping Tool Evolves Market (0)March 8, 2013IT management firm SolarWinds launched a dedicated network mapping tool, giving partners a leg up with added topographical visibility and insights and allow them to remain competitive amid a slowing network management market.
Panorama9 Debuts MSP Partner Program (0)March 6, 2013Web IT management firm Panorama9 debuted a managed service provider program, a move that expands channel reach to a market increasingly demanding a wider array of cloud-based options.
Check Point Compliance Blade Expands GRC (0)March 6, 2013Check Point Software Technologies Ltd added a compliance to its list of capabilities, indicating renewed channel opportunities that could facilitate a revival for once stagnant GRC markets.
FireMon: Channel Origins Influenced Growth (0)March 5, 2013Firewall management and risk mitigation firm FireMon identified a unique market opportunity, got in on the ground floor of a burgeoning niche and is now reaping the benefits. But its channel origins had a lot to do with that.
PCI Mobile Guidelines Adds Channel Value (0)March 5, 2013Last month, PCI DSS was updated yet again to incorporate mobile transactions, boding well for solution providers wanting to build out portfolios and deepen compliance prowess.
AlertLogic Gives Log Management Cloud Spin (0)February 19, 2013SaaS security provider AlertLogic released a Log Manager that gives a fresh spin to reporting and log management with a new spate of deployment options. That said, the release propels compliance trends that are increasingly taking to the cloud.
PCI Deficiencies Enable Compliance “Remodeling” (0)February 18, 2013Research by SecurityMetrics indicate that despite the widespread acceptance of PCI DSS, many retail organizations fail to be compliant. The number indicate that disruptive technologies such as mobile and cloud have changed PCI dynamics. But it also indicates that partners have a chance to rebuild customers' programs from the ground up.
Vigilant Bulks Risk Management Offering (0)February 18, 2013Vigilant has bundled its application risk management and monitoring into a comprehensive suite of services, indicating a continued trend toward risk management that parallels growth trajectories in GRC and advanced threat analytics.
Symplified Channel Launch Expands IDaaS (0)February 15, 2013Symplified has rolled out a new channel program, indicating identity and access management markets are getting a second wind from the cloud.
Cybersecurity Order, Bills Could Reignite Channel (0)February 14, 2013With a presidential executive order, a newly proposed cybersecurity bill and the return of the controversial CISPA, noise around cybersecurity is reaching a crescendo. The ending remains to be seen, but the resulting paradigm shift bodes well for the channel.
McAfee Steps Up SIEM, Intelligence Game (0)February 12, 2013McAfee appears to be filling in where competitors have left off by infusing its ePO management platform with security intelligence capabilities and transforming its SIEM offering to an automated incident response solution.
CA Touts Cloud as IAM Differentiator (0)February 11, 2013CA Technologies is upping its presence in the identity and access management arena by enhancing its CloudMinder service in a move that speaks to the intensifying competitiveness in IAM markets as cloud technologies gain traction.
Symantec Rolls Out SSL Specializations (0)February 7, 2013Symantec rolled out new specializations around SSL certification, a move that signifies the firm is more proactively and aggressively going after SSL business as cloud and other technologies make the space more competitive.
Will HP’s Turnaround Include Security Overhaul? (0)February 6, 2013PC manufacturer Hewlett Packard Co. is on a path to increase its security presence. But it still lacks a comprehensive security strategy that would integrate its offerings into end-to-end solutions and give partners greater traction and credibility in enterprise markets.
IBM Makes Makes Big Data Security Push (0)February 4, 2013IBM is no stranger to Big Data analytics. It also has no qualms about taking its prowess to new levels. This time, the Armonk, N.Y. hardware provider is adding security intelligence to that equation. And it's launch that could bolster its already well-established security play, but pit it strongly against security players RSA, the security…
CA, SAP Partner in GRC Release (0)February 1, 2013CA Technologies and SAP are partnering with a GRC solution that reduces company risk and blocks unauthorized user access. The partnership indicates that CA is still committed to the compliance space, paving the way for other collaborative partnerships down the road.
RSA Analytics Tool Makes Big Data Push (0)January 31, 2013RSA, the security division of EMC is carrying out its big data plans with the launch of a security analytics tool, a move that gives partners entry into competitive markets and pits it against IBM and other major analytics players.
Cisco: BYOD, Privacy Top Gen Y Issues (0)January 30, 2013Cisco Systems released a series of security reports, indicating new trends around BYOD and privacy for Generation Y workers. When taken with recent product launches, the studies could possibly provide a glimpse into the networking firm's future security investments.
McAfee, Subnet Partner In Substation Security (0)January 30, 2013McAfee is teaming with Subnet to equip substations with security mechanisms designed to stave off APTs and other advanced cyber threats. The move could position Intel's security division well in light of a proposed legislation that once again attempts to mandate critical infrastructure security protections.
HP Services Target Breach Aftermath (0)January 29, 2013Hewlett Packard is taking the stance that customers are likely to get hacked and is giving them the right tools to clean up the mess.
RSA Launches Business Continuity, Mobile App (0)January 24, 2013RSA, the security division of EMC Corp. launched a new business continuity solution and related mobile app. Thus far, mobile GRC and backup solutions are still a fledgling and nascent market, but could accelerate as users demand the ability to customize GRC solutions to meed their own needs.
SMB 500: EMRs Open Doors for Health Care VAR (0)January 23, 2013Under the HITECH Act, doctor offices and medical facilities are required to migrate patient data to EMRs, or face stiff financial penalties. This directive means opportunity for Auxano Solutions, which has found a niche in easing EMR and compliance woes for health care industry customers.
SmartMetric Reader Opens Biometric Market (0)January 21, 2013SmartMetric launched a biometric solution that replaces passwords with fingerprint technology for transactions. Biometrics have never skyrocketed, but the solution could extend to retail, health care and other verticals beholden to PCI requirements.
RSA: Big Data Will Transform Security Paradigm (0)January 18, 2013RSA released a brief indicating Big Data will transform security paradigm to one that centers around security intelligence. The data protection firm is committed to the security intelligence space, heralding a greater investment in threat intelligence and analytics-based solutions.
Core Boosts Assessment With Password Cracking (0)January 18, 2013Core Security is giving partners a few more ways to create added value in compliance niches by equipping its vulnerability assessment tool with password cracking and a host of advanced threat features.
Rogues, Costs, Inefficiencies Mar Cloud Benefits (0)January 16, 2013While cloud adoption is associated with many benefits, a Symantec survey reveals organizations struggle with rogue clouds, inefficiencies and compliance issues. For the channel, this heralds a shift to troubleshooting and optimization services that emerge in later phases of cloud adoption.
CAs Boost Security Efforts, But Still Vulnerable (0)January 14, 2013Many vendors are placing rejuvenated emphasis on bolstering security around their SSL certificate products, which can give the channel a bit of a leg up in a market with remaining misgivings around security. That said, SSL certificates remain vulnerable and the channel still need to proceed with caution.
Study: Most Unprepared for eDiscovery Requests (0)January 11, 2013A Symantec survey shows most organizations have data retention policies that have yet to be fully implemented or tested, and are ill-prepared for an eDiscovery request. This means growing channel opportunities to ramp up related consulting and solutions aimed at keeping customers in the clear.
McAfee, LockPath Expand GRC Reach (0)January 11, 2013GRC firm LcckPath and security vendor McAfee have partnered in a solution that meshes GRC technologies with McAfee's Vulnerability Manager, a move that promises to expand GRC's reach to a broader customer base and breathe new life into compliance markets with refreshed channel service opportunities.
Redspin Debuts Mobile Assessment Service (0)January 10, 2013Penetration testing firm Redspin is launching a derivative of its security assessment services for the mobile platform, a move that promises to create differentiation and deepen channel niches in compliance and increasingly competitive mobile security markets.
Dell SecureWorks Launches Threat Service Duo (0)January 8, 2013Dell SecureWorks is staying true to its security focus with the launch of two new vulnerability scanning services, representing another brick in the wall in its comprehensive security strategy and greater services makeover.
MSPs Make Inroads in Federal Markets (0)January 4, 2013The FedRAMP program authorized its first cloud security vendor, Autonomic Resources, indicating channel MSPs and solution providers might have a better shot at federal and other public sector markets in the not-too-distant future.
Medical Breaches Portend Channel Opportunity (0)January 3, 2013Identity theft is commoditizing, paving the way for a rise in medical data breaches in 2013 that garner cybercriminals more lucrative returns. For the channel, this heralds opportunities crack into health care markets with advanced security solutions aimed solely at protecting this valuable medical data.
Mobile PCI DSS Looms Large in 2013 (0)January 2, 2013Credit card swipers on mobile devices expand MDM practices for the channel, and the biggest opportunities will include rejuvenated offerings around mobile PCI DSS and other growing compliance niches.
Biometrics, USB Tokens Grow In Public Sectors (0)December 31, 2012Two new reports indicated that both USB secure tokens and biometrics are set to experience a bit of an uptick, particularly in government and public sector verticals. While growth will likely be modest, partners will still be able to target niche government verticals with new identity related solutions and services throughout 2013.
Voltage Targets PCI With Tokenization Debut (1)December 31, 2012Voltage Security debuted a tokenization solution aimed at growing concerns around PCI DSS. The launch will give partners a crack at mature and saturated data protection and GRC markets.
Symantec Certs Deepen Federal Niche (0)December 11, 2012Symantec landed both the Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS) 140-2 validation and Common Criteria certifications, an achievement that could serve to put partners in good stead with public sector customers in light of pending federal cybersecurity initiatives.
Kaspersky: Suites Drive Encryption’s Rise (0)December 10, 2012A Kaspersky Lab study indicates a growing trend around encryption, driven by evolving compliance requirements aimed at addressing IT complexity. Looking ahead, encryption's growth will likely be attributed to its strategic placement in greater security solutions that partners can leverage to simplify customer's security needs.
U.S. Insider Threat Policy Could Touch Channel (0)December 7, 2012The Obama administration recently issued a memo in anticipation of an impending policy guide outlining the parameters of government insider threat programs, likely slated for public availability some time next year. As such, solution providers with federal and public sector ties might not want to shelve their government Rolodexes just yet.
CellTrust Launches HIPAA-Compliant Server (0)December 4, 2012CellTrust has introduced a HIPAA compliant server that enables secure communication between health care providers and patients when exchanging sensitive medical information via smartphones, pagers and tablets. It also means that the gap between the health care industry and technology is closing.
Alert Logic Releases AWS Log Management (0)November 27, 2012Security-as-a-service firm Alert Logic releases a log management serviced dedicated to Amazon Web Services, a move that underscores growing alarm around public cloud security while opening doors for the channel to refine cloud services.
Dell Ambition Apparent In Health Care Pitch (0)November 26, 2012Dell makes an effort to promote its health care alliances and capabilities as it seeks to capture a growing portion of solution provider portfolios and enterprise customers.
How HP Can Salvage the Autonomy Debacle (0)November 26, 2012HP desperately needs to find a way to integrate Autonomy's data management technology into its software strategy regardless of the price tag. The channel can help.
LockPath Boosts GRC With Platform Refresh (0)November 16, 2012Governance risk and compliance firm LockPath is upping the ante in the market with a refresh of its cloud-based GRC platform Keylight 3.0, equipping the solution with a slew of advanced reporting, integration and assessment capabilities. At the end of the day, that gives partners the ability to take another hard look at GRC as…
TITUS Releases SharePoint Security Suite (0)November 12, 2012Data governance and compliance firm TITUS is launching a security suite specifically dedicated to protecting Microsoft SharePoint data. For partners, that means the ability to expand focused security and compliance niches accelerated by mounting concerns around social collaboration and Big Data.
BlackBerry 10 Security Certs Too Little Too Late (0)November 12, 2012If RIM can’t get its latest BlackBerry mobile operating system released in a timely fashion, perhaps touting certifications news about an OS nobody has yet seen is the next best thing. Or maybe not.
Dell Launches Threat Service Trio (0)November 8, 2012Dell SecureWorks is cementing its credibility in the security intelligence space with three threat surveillance services, leveraging intelligence and analytics to combat APTs and other malware. This sets the stage for solution providers to bulk up their own specialized forensic services, offered at a premium.
Post-Sandy Dispatch From Long Island (1)October 31, 20122112 Headquarters was disabled by Hurricane Sandy. Fortunately, our team across the region made it through the storm and is back in operations. We have a few observations from the front lines of the biggest disaster to befall the Northeast in a generation.
Cloud, Dedup Spur Backup Frenzy (2)October 24, 2012Backup and recovery appears all the rage right now, made evident by a wave of recent product and channel program launches. So what's the big draw for backup these days? Cloud, compliance and deduplication to name a few.
McAfee Management Tools Close Security Gaps (0)October 24, 2012McAfee launchs a new vulnerability and asset management solution to leverage intelligence and contextual awareness to better locate assets and more accurately identify security holes. This is a boon for partners to more accurately determine value on customers' risk and potentially affected assets.
FishNet IAM Launch Boosts Health Care Security (1)October 23, 2012FIshNet Security has rolled out an identity and access management solution targeting the health care industry. The solution, however, also speaks to the growing channel opportunities around emerging health care security niches.
Amid Huawei Row, CTIA Wants More Info Sharing (0)October 11, 2012Despite allegations that two of its members pose a threat to U.S. national security, the world’s largest wireless networking advocacy group is urging vendors and carriers to share more information with each other and the government in pursuit of safer networks.
VMware Aims To Ease Virtualization Compliance (0)October 8, 2012VMware has released a set of resources and guidelines aimed at helping partners build and deploy cloud infrastructures that simultaneously meet PCI and other compliance mandates. The move is intended to help partners overcome objections to virtual migration, but also highlights an opportunity for the channel to secure GRC niches by keeping cloud and virtual…
Bank Hacks Illuminate Security Shortfalls (0)October 2, 2012In recent week, major U.S. banks have gotten pummeled with a spate of high-profile DDoS attacks, underscoring that security in the financial services sector might not be as sound as previously thought. For the channel, that means opportunities to fill in some of the most obvious security holes.
Verizon Targets Health Care With ‘HIPAA Cloud’ (0)October 1, 2012Verizon is hoping to penetrate health care markets with the launch of a slew of cloud services that tout HIPAA compliance. Verizon is sealing the deal by signing a business associate agreement that ensures adherence to HIPAA, a move that will likely set a precedent for other organizations making inroads in health care, setting the…
Dell Unveils PCI Resource Center (0)September 28, 2012Dell SecureWorks launches its PCI Compliance Resource center, a repository of materials and information on PCI DSS compliance, underscoring the growth of GRC that leaves a wide playing field for partners to build niche practices around compliance.
Report: Smart Grid Security Set for Growth (0)September 19, 2012A new report projects the smart grid security market to grow at an annual rate of 21 percent -- 40 percent if you include China -- indicating the issue is far from dead. Partners still have quite a bit of wiggle room to get in on the ground floor and stake their claim in the…
Microsoft Changes Forefront Roadmap (0)September 17, 2012Microsoft is giving the boot to a myriad of its well-respected Forefront security products, a move which could drive the channel to migrate customers to dedicated security rivals but also underscores the software company's increased focus on cloud, Office 365 and Windows 8.
Data Center Woes Spur eDiscovery Growth (0)September 17, 2012A Symantec State of Data Center survey indicates organizations are struggling to keep their data under control. These data center woes will likely give rise to a slew of eDiscovery and governance solutions and related services that could open profitable niches for partners.
HDS Buy Shows Health Care IT Not Easy (0)September 14, 2012Athenahealth’s acquisition of Health Data Systems is a good example of the kinds of combined skills increasingly required from partners looking to crack the lucrative health care IT vertical.
New Law Would Crack Down on Mobile Apps (0)September 13, 2012The proposed legislation would force app developers, phone makers and network providers to get user consent before collecting most usage data. Industry insiders complain the regs would stifle innovation in a red-hot market.
Splunk Eases PCI Duties for MSPs (0)September 11, 2012Splunk is going after retailers and the MSPs who serve them with a new PCI app for businesses that want to accept credit cards, but don’t want the hassle of a full-blown SIEM tool.
E-discovery May Offer Cloud-less Opportunities (0)September 10, 2012Solution providers unwilling to jump on the cloud bandwagon might find an alternative route to revenues by specializing in the e-discovery space.
HP Takes Aim at Security With Massive Launch (0)September 10, 2012HP is reviving its security portfolio with a major launch that takes aim at health care and public sector verticals while carving a new space in printer security. HP's bets bode well for partners, but will face mounting challenges gaining credibility and marketshare as they go against well-established industry players.
Hackers Fight Harder for Health Care Data (0)September 7, 2012By crunching data breach stats, Channelnomics staff finds that hackers are continuing to covet valuable health care data, working twice as hard for fewer returns. The channel will have to work just as hard to protect medical customers from becoming victims of health care identity theft, especially as more organizations turn to inherently insecure mobile…
RSA Offers Guide for Virtual PCI Compliance (0)August 29, 2012RSA, the security division of EMC, is giving organizations one less objection to cloud migration by publishing a guide that spells out PCI compliance for organizations considering virtual infrastructure.
LockPath Channel Growth Bodes Well for GRC (0)August 10, 2012GRC firm LockPath is reaping the rewards of strong growth and an expanded channel. But the firm's market success may be indicative of a brighter future for GRC, thanks in part to the accelerated adoption of the cloud and an increasingly compliance-driven IT environment.
Eversync Drives Cloud With Partner Program (0)July 31, 2012Cloud data protection startup Eversync is establishing itself with the launch of a comprehensive channel program. This will allow partners to target SMB markets and leverage cloud trends compete with larger – but slower – storage and backup players.
Peak 10 Launches Enhanced Channel Program (0)July 13, 2012Data center and cloud provider Peak 10 is opening new doors for partners with the launch of an enhanced channel program, indicating the growing demand for specialized high-margin channel services dedicated to the SMB.
RSA Captures IAM Market Lead (0)June 28, 2012RSA appears to have captured the market lead in the area Identity and Access Management, according to IDC, boding well for channel partners recovering from the fallout of last year's epic SecureID breach.
Cloud EMRs Entice Healthcare Providers (0)May 14, 2012A study finds SaaS EMRs are increasingly attractive offerings for healthcare organizations because of their ease of use and cost-effectiveness. This opens opportunities for partners to expand practices in healthcare security arenas.
PCI Council Launches Reseller Cert Program (0)May 10, 2012Channel partners and integrators with a compliance niche can add another tool to their portfolio with the launch of a new PCI DSS cert that aims to provide specialized training on the secure installation and maintenance of validated payment applications.
Oracle Partners Team to Develop eDiscovery App (1)April 24, 2012TEAM Informatics, Integro and EntropySoft collaborated to develop ‘Email Manager for Oracle,’ a software product that simplifies eDiscovery for legal proceedings. The teamwork is a great example of how solution providers can, and should, develop their own intellectual property to secure their value propositions and future revenue potential.
DataMotion Launches Compliance-Ready PaaS (0)April 16, 2012DataMotion's new PaaS offering brings pay-as-you-go compliance to a wide range of data center systems. Will compliance needs soon become de facto check-box features?
Symantec Pushes Deeper into Data Governance (0)January 17, 2012Big Yellow’s acquisition of LiveOffice for cloud-based archiving adds another significant piece to its eDiscovery and data governance portfolio. Symantec’s development of this area reflects the increasing need for greater integrated controls in data integrity and management, which is an emerging opportunity for the channel in the cloud era.
Survey Reveals PCI Compliance Gaps (0)January 4, 2012A Gartner survey of IT managers revealed a surprisingly high number admitting to not being PCI-compliant – despite the fact that many tech security providers target their products and services to support PCI-related compliance initiatives.
Google’s LA Story: A Folly for Cloud Computing (0)December 19, 2011The city of Los Angeles is getting a bargain in its adoption of Google Apps, after Google and CSC agreed to reduce rates and pay for legacy systems to ensure compliance with federal regulations. The experience shows the need for due diligence in cloud adoption and how compliance can derail even the best-intended systems.
eGastalt Plies Geometric Compliance Strategy (0)September 7, 2011Rather than just targeting health care providers with its governance and regulatory compliance tool, eGastalt is leveraging the compliance requirements of business associations to spur geometric adoption of its products and channel opportunities. Call it the “Fabarge” strategy.
RSA Breach Opens Door for New Security (0)March 21, 2011The compromise of SecurID token data by hackers is a reminder that all businesses are subject to intellectual property attacks and thefts. Solution providers should use this as an opportunity to talk with customers about their risk exposure and defensive posture.
5 Things We Learned Today – February 11 (0)February 11, 2011Here’s a look at some of the stories and trends that hit our radar screen that are relevant to the channel. My favorite: Microsoft tying up with Nokia in smartphones.
Regulatory Compliance Isn’t Black and White (0)January 10, 2011Compliance is once again a favorite selling tool for IT vendors and resellers alike. The message usually goes, “If you don’t buy our product, you will suffer the pains of security breaches and government fines.” On paper, that much is truly black and white. In reality, though, regulatory enforcement is very gray, as seen in…
Viewing Compliance Beyond Individual Parts (0)January 5, 2011Let’s face it, regulatory compliance is the bane of business today. Government regulations and industry standards are difficult to comprehend and expensive to meet expectations, especially on an ongoing basis. Siloed business structures make compliance a fleeting exercise. And, clouding all this is the fact that every vendor with a piece of code or black…
Rethinking IT Prescription for Digital Health Care (1)December 23, 2010Between government stimulus funds for electronic recordkeeping and regulatory requirements for data security, health care is the hot market for technology vendors and solution providers. Compliance is often seen as the means for compelling security adoption amongst health care providers, but in talking with solution providers about this gold rush opportunity, Channelnomics has discovered compliance…
WikiLeaks Shows Need for Deeper DLP Adoption (0)December 2, 2010Army private Bradley Manning may become the patron saint of data loss prevention (DLP). Thanks to his supplying WikiLeaks with hundreds of thousands of sensitive and classified government documents, Manning has done more to raise the level of awareness of insider security threats and the risk posed by unchecked portable media.