Russell McDonough

CodeLock, Inc. Inc. has updated its home page to show you a timeline for compliance with the latest GSA announcement regarding Executive Order 14028 and SSDF compliance. As of today, there are only 13 days left to comply. Head over to www.CodeLock.it and sign up for a free account to get access to CodeLock’s NIST 800-218 Compliance Module. #compliance #Cybersecurity #SecureSoftware #CodeLock

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Uh-oh, Tennessee Business owners, BEWARE! The scammers are at it again. A new “overdue invoice” scam is circulating. This scam involves a fake organization sending a past due invoice that needs to be paid urgently. Some have been sent from fake names that look exactly like companies you do work with! Make sure whoever is paying your invoices confirms that the invoice is legit before paying. You don’t want to end up losing $40k to a scammer and still owing your vendor. 📲Need help with cybersecurity? We’re here for you. Book a call with our team to get your FREE Security Risk Assessment so we can find out if and where you’re vulnerable and devise a plan to fix it - https://lnkd.in/eyWNYAhy

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What an eventful year and we are not done. Three (3) successful CMMI reappraisals; seven (7) successful ISO surveillance audits including transitions to ISO/IEC 27001:2022. What's next? NIST SP 800-171 / CMMC assessments, CMMI High Maturity reappraisal, and more ISO surveillance audits. Quality Works works hard for you, so you don't have to.

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🚀 What Exactly is a Managed Service Provider (MSP)? 🚀 As Oklahoma City continues to grow and attract more businesses, having reliable IT is crucial. That’s where a Managed Service Provider (MSP) like amshot steps in. We take care of your IT needs—from cybersecurity to network management—so you can focus on building your business in this thriving community. Think of us as your behind-the-scenes tech partner, keeping everything running smoothly while you drive your company forward. Let’s connect! https://lnkd.in/gE2JDBkb #OKC #ManagedServices #BusinessGrowth #BusinessTechSolutions

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 🚨 The DoD’s Final Rule on CMMC 2.0 Is Here—Is Your Manufacturing Business Ready? 🚨 As of October 15, 2024, the U.S. Department of Defense has released the final rule for CMMC 2.0, and the clock is ticking. ⏰ Manufacturers working with the DoD must act now to ensure compliance and safeguard future contracts. Waiting until the last minute could put your business at serious risk. 📉 At Carbide, we combine the power of our platform with the expertise of our advisory team to get your organization CMMC 2.0 compliant—quickly ⚡ . While our platform automates many parts of the process, certain critical components, like risk assessments and policy development, require human insight and experience 👤 . Our team ensures you’re prepared to meet all CMMC 2.0 requirements with confidence. 💯  Ready to learn more 🤓 ? Dive into our blog for a comprehensive overview: https://lnkd.in/d_EmhrH6 Don’t wait until it’s too late. Is your team prepared for CMMC 2.0 compliance? #cmmc #cybersecurity #manufacturing #compliance

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Episode 13 is out now! 💲 Let's talk about the cost. We discuss three big stages of CMMC: Scoping & Design, Implementation, and Maintenance. Kaleigh Floyd and I discuss what we learned from our journey so far and the cost that we've seen at each stage. We also discuss two different approaches to tackling CMMC as a business: 🏢 Option A: Mostly Internal 🤝 Option B: Outsourcing We do believe that with each of these approaches comes different cost factors. Hiring an employee that's capable and knowledgeable enough to handle CMMC implementation is no small feat. Also, finding an organization that can partner alongside you is also challenging in its own way. We discuss the pricing differences between these two options and our experience with each. 🙏 Again, we are not claiming CMMC Bible on this. We just want to share what we have learned through our experience so far. We'd love to hear yours in the comments as well! Check out the link to the full episode in the comments ⤵

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𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗼𝗳𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝘄𝗼 𝗸𝗲𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀: 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 With solutions like the Government Community Cloud (GCC), agencies can meet their requirements without sacrificing functionality. Learn how Microsoft customizes its offerings for government needs! #Microsoft #GCC #Compliance #OnCallTech

Advice from a vendor-neutral, independent industry expert: MPS is not the best solution for larger organizations. Our study of >50 large enterprises showed that over 80% of MPS contracts were significantly more costly than organizations that independently managed print and print infrastructure. Yes, comparisons assured they were apples-to-apples based on Total Cost, or TCO, including labor. Wan to get more advice? Contact us https://lnkd.in/eKtaHavt #Printing #PrintingIndustry #PrintingSolutions #DigitalTransformation

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CMMC 2.0 impacts a broader range of businesses than ever before, and it's important to know who falls under this revised ruling. CMMC 2.0 primarily impacts organizations involved in contracts with the Department of Defense (DoD). This includes: 1. Prime Contractors: Companies directly contracting with the DoD to provide goods or services. 2. Subcontractors: Organizations that provide products or services to prime contractors working on DoD contracts. 3. Defense Industrial Base (DIB) Members: Companies that contribute to national security and have access to Federal Contract Information (FCI) or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). 4. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs): Smaller companies involved in defense contracting must also comply, particularly if they handle sensitive information. 5. Manufacturers and Service Providers: Entities supplying materials, components, or IT services relevant to defense systems. These groups need to understand CMMC 2.0 requirements to safeguard sensitive information and maintain eligibility for future DoD contracts. #CMMC #business #cybersecure #security

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Join AIIM Florida Chapter for a Webinar January 30, 1:00 – 2:00 pm EST You Can't Take It With You: How to Manage Separating Employees' Information Presented by Jesse Wilkins CIP CIPP/US CIPM IGP CRM CIGO AIIM FELLOW President and Principal Consultant Athro Consulting Every organization has a process for #onboarding employees - issue a badge, issue a laptop, set up an email inbox, all the things required for employees to start work. Similarly, organizations generally also have a process for separating employees - get the badge back, get the laptop back, get the garage pass back, etc. But often these processes don't really focus on what to do with separating employees' information. In this highly interactive session, we'll take a look at the specific issues to consider when separating employees, including #legal, #security, #continuity, and even #privacy considerations. We'll discuss all the different places employees store information - including home offices and personal applications - and some of the unique challenges they present. Finally, we'll outline a specific approach and checklist for how to effectively manage separating employees' information. Register today https://lnkd.in/eDMRA4JV

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What's new in the updated 48 CFR CMMC rule published last week? “DoD unique identifier (UID)” -- read all about it in my latest newsletter! https://lnkd.in/eKHrf5P6 #CMMC #DOD #DIB

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For manufacturers, achieving CMMC compliance is vital - manufacturers are at risk of losing business and revenue if not certified with the latest version. Learn more about CMMC in our blog here: https://hubs.li/Q02TlQXP0

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