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Every organization handling patient health information (PHI) must be fully compliant with the regulations under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996, whether as a covered entity or a business associate. But you get more out of HIPAA compliance than just being on the right side of the law.

Those in the healthcare industry face two major challenges. The first is having poor service due to outdated, unsuitable technology in their facilities. The second is meeting the tough compliance demands, given that their industry handles a lot of sensitive personal data.

Most small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) begin as start-ups. Being new to the business means making rookie mistakes. It’s okay to make mistakes, especially if you learn from them. No pain, no gain, right? But it’s even better if you can learn from the mistakes of others.

Project managers can be invaluable strategic partners, but there are also many who are only interested in making a quick buck while providing little or no support. A talented and effective project manager is an entirely different character — someone who can lead by example, create a cohesive team, and help you maximize your return on investment.

Technology may be getting simpler from an end-user perspective but, behind the scenes, it has never been more complicated. Today, businesses have to contend with an increasingly diverse tech landscape that comprises traditional in-house computing resources, cloud-hosted solutions, and mobile devices.

Technology continues to drive profound change in the way people buy and consume goods, and this has radically transformed business processes, too. It has also placed organizations under increasing pressure to innovate, yet they’re not quite sure where to start.

The fact that most of us take modern technology for granted is one of the main reasons why security breaches and unscheduled downtime are among the biggest threats to organizations today. While end-user experiences are getting better all the time, the underlying infrastructure is dizzyingly complex, and things aren’t getting any easier for businesses that are still struggling to get the most out of their in-house systems.

Business technology continues to evolve so quickly that complaining about it has become a cliché. Although many small-business owners appreciate how much IT has improved efficiency within their organizations, they’re understandably anxious about keeping up with the times.

There’s no denying that cybersecurity is complicated. Attack surfaces are larger than ever today, now that smartphones, cloud computing, and internet-connected devices are ubiquitous in the modern workplace. Hackers are getting bolder, and their reach is getting wider.

Most business owners have a modicum of understanding regarding the impact of information technology on the people, processes, and products that comprise a new operation. However, very few are aware of just how much attention IT solutions need in both the short and long term.