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Compliance is critical for organizations that want to operate securely and confidently, but it’s not something you have to tackle alone. That’s why Synergy IT Solutions and FoxPointe Solutions are teaming up to provide a comprehensive approach to achieving compliance requirements. In our projects, Synergy focuses on managing compliance from...
This article was written by Brandon Agostinelli and James Farr. The proposed changes to the HIPAA Security Rule, introduced by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR), represent the most significant update to the rule since its inception in 2003. Here’s the current...
The purpose of a Compliance Program in any industry is to ensure that an organization is following all applicable laws, regulations, and ethical practices. The laws and regulations governing compliance are ever-changing and becoming more complex, so how does a Compliance Officer know if the Compliance Program that their organization...
This article was written by Paul Mayer and Heather Brownson. The past two years have been very eventful for Compliance Professionals, starting with changes to the Office of Medicaid Inspector General’s (OMIG) Title 18 NYCRR Part 521 regulations. 18 NYCRR Part 521 was first made effective in 2009 and the...
Maintaining compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Security and Breach rules is not a one-time effort. It’s an ongoing project that spans the entire life of your organization. With the rise of new and emerging changes in work environments, evolving technologies, and increasingly sophisticated criminal methods,...
The European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) sets a high standard in the world of global data privacy and security. Known for its strict requirements and robust enforcement, the GDPR poses a considerable challenge for companies within its reach. However, for businesses planning to expand into the United States,...
Is your Credit Union in the know about the recent cybersecurity requirements mandated by the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) that may affect operations? DFS has made significant amendments to its Cybersecurity Regulation, 23 NYCRR Part 500. The rule is final and effective as of November 1,...
Incident Management Efficiency Recently, the NYS Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) has been placing a stronger focus on Incident Management, primarily surrounding timely completion of investigations of reportable incidents. The following is a high-level overview of OPWDD’s Part 624 Regulations. OPWDD requires voluntary agencies to have a process...
Maintaining an effective compliance program should be a key component within any organization’s overarching strategy. In this article, we will be reviewing the importance of maintaining an effective compliance program and ways in which you can conduct a valuable assessment of your organization’s compliance program. Assessing Your Compliance Program –...
This article was written by Paul Mayer, June Crawford, and Heather Brownson To celebrate this year’s Corporate Compliance & Ethics Week (11/5-11/11 2023), The Compliance Solutions team at FoxPointe Solutions, a division of The Bonadio Group, wanted to share a few important reminders related to New York State’s mandatory compliance...
Many organizations understand that SOC compliance has become an invaluable resource in providing assurance to your clients that you are doing everything possible to keep their data and systems safe in a world were threats of cyberattacks loom at every front. Before you begin your process in engaging in a...