To help you learn more about TrueNorth Companies, an NSCA Business Accelerator and insurance provider, we asked Risk Management Specialist Chad Henry a few quick questions. Q: What type of service do you provide to NSCA members? A: We help those that are dealing with some type of insurance pain, whether it be cost, a Read the full article…
Once upon a time, AV and security integrators could talk about being “network centric” as a unique selling point, but that isn’t the case anymore. IT projects are now central to technology. No matter what you design and install—intercoms, access control, fire alarm, nurse call, videoconferencing systems, etc.—it’s now vital to have IT network expertise. Read the full article…
Your integration firm houses all types of personal information: social security numbers, credit card numbers, account numbers, drivers’ license numbers. What happens when this data is compromised? Many people don’t put cybersecurity at the top of their list – but you should. Globally, cybercrime exceeded $600 billion in 2017. The average total cost of a Read the full article…
Recently, we’re hearing about more systems integrators being impacted by phishing and social engineering attacks: Non-technical strategies that rely on human interaction and error to break standard security practices so hackers can gain access to your confidential information. Just last week, a member reached out to NSCA about an attack that involved a compromised customer Read the full article…
Rejoining the NSCA staff nearly 11 months ago (after a 10-year stint with AtlasIED) has given me a great opportunity to reconnect with systems integrators and other leaders on the key business issues facing our industry. (At AtlasIED, I was focused on export sales. International business is based on distributor relationships in certain regions or Read the full article…
As more and more integrators take on technology projects that subject them to risks – like cybersecurity, information, and communications exposure – they’re investigating ways to safeguard against things that may threaten business and client relationships. A cyber insurance policy, also called cyber liability insurance coverage (CLIC), helps integrators reduce risk exposure by offsetting the Read the full article…
