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Welcome to this month's issue! The Technology Advisor provides technology advice, strategy, tips and trends to help you manage and grow your business!
Upcoming Seminars:Technology Tips and Strategies for Complying with the Massachusetts Data Security Law and Regulations
Registration Now Open!
Are you prepared to help your organization get into compliance with the new data security regulations? Massachusetts has enacted one of the most onerous data protection laws in the country. Now, after a number of extensions, the regulations implementing this law go into effect March 1, 2010. The regulations apply to every individual or entity, including those outside Massachusetts, that maintain personal information regarding Massachusetts residents, and regardless of whether the information is stored in paper or electronic form. To be in compliance, covered entities must ensure that such data is maintained securely, and develop Comprehensive Written Information Security Policies (CWISPs).
Are you overwhelmed about the new requirements? Clients have said: "I have a big headache!"; "I'm going to get rid of all my electronic records!"; "I'm going to get rid of all my paper records!"
Don't worry! Attend one of our workshops and you'll see you're probably already doing a lot of the things that are required under the new law, and we'll help you with the rest.
We will be holding two informative workshops on Thursday October 15 from 7:45 to 9:00 am and Tuesday October 20 from 11:45am to 1:00pm. The seminars will be held at the Ekaru Office, and will provide an overview of the required compliance measures and offer a roadmap for compliance steps:
- Compliance Measures Required By March 1, 2010
- Conducting A Information Audit: Identifying where personal information is stored in your organization.
- Technical Requirements - What do they mean in plain English?
- Overview of Encryption Requirements
- Getting started with your Written Information Security Policy
The new Data Protection Law is important - It affects YOU! Just last week, Blue Cross announced the most recent major data breach. Personal information including social security numbers for approximately 39,000 physicians in Massachusetts were breached. (Boston Globe, October 3, 2009). What happened? A Blue Cross employee brought home unencrypted data on a laptop for after hours work. The laptop was stolen from a car, and Blue Cross had to notify everyone affected and no one knows who has the data. This breach is exactly what the new MA Law is intended to prevent!
Space is limited, so sign up soon! To register, please fax or mail the registration form. If you have any questions, give us a call at 978-692-4200. If you can't attend and want to schedule an audit at your business, we are booking now so call us soon.
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Sincerely,
Team Ekaru
Introductory Technology Assessment Over 400 local small businesses have chosen Ekaru to manage their computers and networks. We offer a free, no-obligation initial consultation to get started. We'll visit your office, review your network, and make recommendations. Call us at 978-692-4200 or email us to schedule a no-obligation assessment. If you know someone who could benefit from this offer, simply forward this email to them. Thank You!
 
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