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Government compliance should boost your organizational security, not burden it.

The compliance experts at Maureen Data Systems (MDS) breakdown compliance requirements into actionable steps, to ensure you not only meet the required standards but improve your overall security in the process.

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GENERAL DATA PROTECTION REGULATION (GDPR)

Set up clear organizational policies and procedures to protect your clients’ personal data. Comply to the world’s toughest privacy and security law to keep up with the digital landscape.

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23 NYCRR 50

Provide better financial services through streamlining and strengthening your organization’s cybersecurity policies. Use the right tools, put in place the right strategies, and follow the new NYDFS regulations.

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CALIFORNIA CONSUMER PRIVACY ACT (CCPA)

Got data on more than 50,000 Californians? Then safeguarding their data is one thing you shouldn’t ignore. CCPA highlights on transparency on the collection, usage, and disclosure of consumer information.

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SOX (SARBANES-OXLEY) COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS

Compliance Requirements Producing accurate and reliable financial reports require accurate information. SOX guidelines warrants the integrity and reliability of information systems. Reduce your chances of data breach and deter fraud by complying to the SOX Act of 2002.

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Here at MDS, we strongly believe that to become compliant, organizations need to bring together various departments in order to smoothly meet the requirements.

To maximize efficiency and ensure everyone understands their role within compliance, MDS cybersecurity experts recommend working with the company’s Legal, Human Resources, Compliance, and Risk departments. These groups will help determine processes, best practices, and legality within the organization. The CIOs, CTOs, and cybersecurity departments can then implement the procedures and tools needed to successfully be compliant, while not disrupting the user’ s day-to-day business.

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HEALTH INSURANCE PORTABILITY & ACCOUNTABILITY ACT (HIPAA)

Protecting the patient’s health is the top priority, protecting their information is next. Follow the HIPAA guidelines and ensure patient data safety with up-todate security technologies.

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NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLGY (NIST) COMPLIANCE REGULATIONS

Secure federal information from any breach by complying to the NIST Rule. These rules ensure compliance with other regulations such as the HIPAA, FISMA, and SOX. Create a secure information system fit for federal information storage.

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NEW YORK SHIELD ACT

Enacted in 2019, the New York Shield Act ensures no information leak about employees and customers happen to businesses. Bolster your cybersecurity and become New York City trusted.

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