Opening or expanding a retail business can be an exciting endeavor filled with opportunities for growth and success. However, amidst the hustle of launching new products, attracting customers, and managing operations, it’s...
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Healthcare Security in 2024: The Cyberthreat Landscape
Healthcare providers are increasingly in the crosshairs of potentially catastrophic ransomware attacks and data breaches. Locked out from critical files and information, cybercriminals hold the organization hostage while demanding a payment in exchange for a...
Don’t Fall Victim to an IRS Scam!
While many types of scams occur throughout the year, we generally see a spike in IRS scams during the primary filing season of January through April. IRS scams typically occur when an impostor pretending to work for the IRS contacts an individual by phone, e-mail, or...
Business Start-Up Resource Guide
Are you ready to embark on the exciting journey of starting your own business? Before diving into the process of setting up a legal entity, obtaining business licenses, signing leases, and securing loans, it's crucial to conduct a thorough self-assessment. Consider...
Safeguarding the Future: A Comprehensive Cybersecurity Approach for the Retail Industry in 2024
Introduction In the rapidly evolving landscape of cyber threats, the retail industry finds itself facing unprecedented challenges. The Internet Crime Report from the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center reveals a concerning escalation in potential total losses in the...
Beyond Numbers: Empowering Your Business Journey in the New Year
Introduction As the dawn of a new year unfolds, small business owners find themselves at a pivotal juncture — a moment to reflect on past achievements, learn from challenges, and strategically chart the course for success in the coming months. In this dynamic business...
Thriving Against Giants: The Power of Mom-and-Pop Businesses in a Competitive Market
The term "mom-and-pop shop" might conjure up images of cozy storefronts and familiar faces, but the impact of these small businesses goes beyond nostalgia. In the United States, they make up a staggering 99.9% of all businesses, embodying the essence of passion,...
What Retirement Plan Sponsors Need to Know About Cybersecurity
The retirement plan industry holds over $37 trillion in total participant retirement accounts. Yet, the industry as a whole lacks a comprehensive system of cybersecurity laws and regulations to protect those assets. The Department of Labor (DOL) has issued guidance...
Retail Tips for a Successful Holiday Season
The holidays are rapidly approaching, and the holiday season is big business for retailers! Americans spent over $936 billion during the 2022 holiday season according to the National Retail Federation (NRF) which is impressive considering that it occurred amid...
Tips on How Your Retail Organization Can Reduce Holiday Theft and Loss
The Holiday shopping season is here, and retailers will soon be navigating the annual Black Friday and Cyber Monday events. Stores will welcome thousands of visitors, most of which will be there to legitimately shop. However, there will most likely be a few bad actors...