A business’ protection is not just about protecting your business funds, it’s securing your documents, networks, accounts, and sensitive customer and employee information. If you’re a small business owner, you understand that your business’ protection is just as important as your own. Learn how to protect your sensitive business data from the criminals trying to steal it with any of our business protection articles.
*Originally posted March 27, 2017. Updated January 21, 2020.*
Business tax scams are big business for criminals looking to make a financial gain using your employees’ and business information. Being aware of the schemes criminals are carrying out and the tactics they use to employ them can give your business the best chance to deflect such advances. Continue reading
*Originally posted March 21, 2016. Updated December 30, 2019*
As the calendar turns to another year, businesses and individuals will soon be facing the inevitability of yet another tax season. And, while filing taxes isn’t something entirely avoidable, the risk of business tax identity theft can easily be minimized. According to the IRS Security Summit, businesses small and large are ideal targets for data thieves every tax season due to their abundance of personal information that can be used to file fraudulent returns. With ever-changing tax reform and regulations, it may be hard for your company to keep up processes while ensuring all sensitive documents are secure. Stick to the following tax preparation tips to avoid letting business tax identity theft wreak havoc on your business: Continue reading
Although we don’t like to admit it, succeeding as a small to mid-sized business (SMBs) takes more than a great idea and strong work ethic. Vigilance and the ability to anticipate the unexpected — whether it’s unforeseen costs, dips in the economy, or other more ominous issues — is all part of the job description for every small business owner. Continue reading
October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM), and since its inception more than 15 years ago, it has been led by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the National Cybersecurity Alliance. This year’s theme encourages you and your organization to “Own IT. Secure IT. Protect IT.”, referring to following safe online habits and safeguarding all business devices and information collected. Continue reading