FTC Safeguard Rule:
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Safeguard Rule is a set of guidelines that businesses must follow to protect their client's personal information. Included on the list are healthcare, financial services, retail, and telecommunications.
To comply with the new rule businesses must:
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designate a qualified person to oversee their information security program,
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develop a written risk assessment,
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limit and monitor who can access sensitive customer information,
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encrypt all sensitive information,
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train security personnel,
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develop an incident response plan,
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periodically assess the security practices of service providers, and
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implement multi-factor authentication or another method with equivalent protection for anyone accessing customer information.
How Can The Connection, Inc. Help?
We can help you comply with the FTC Safeguard Rule in several ways:
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Risk Assessment: We perform a risk assessment to identify potential vulnerabilities in your business’s systems and processes. This assessment can help identify areas that need to be addressed to comply with the FTC Safeguard Rule.
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Policy Development: We help businesses develop policies and procedures to protect personal information. This can include policies around data access, storage, and disposal.
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Training: We can provide training to employees on how to identify and respond to potential security threats. This can help reduce the risk of a data breach and ensure that employees are aware of their responsibilities under the FTC Safeguard Rule.
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Monitoring: We monitor a business’s systems and processes for potential security threats. This can help identify and respond to threats in a timely manner, reducing the risk of a data breach.
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Incident Response: We help businesses develop an incident response plan in the event of a data breach. This can help ensure that the business responds quickly and effectively to minimize the impact of the breach.
With our help, you can focus on your core business operations, knowing that your business and your client's personal information is secure. By working with us, you can ensure that you are in compliance with the rule and reduce the risk of a data breach.
Contact us today to learn more about how we can help your business protect your client's personal information.