NIST’s Commitment to AI GovernanceThe National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has taken on the task of creating comprehensive regulations and frameworks for the reliable application of artificial intelligence (AI). NIST has recently announced the release of four draft publications that cover important aspects of AI governance and are
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As the digital world evolves, so does the need for sturdy cybersecurity measures. With the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) and NIST SP 800-171 frameworks at your disposal, safeguarding your information systems is within reach. This blog is your go-to resource for crafting a comprehensive System Security Plan (SSP) that
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Understanding DFARS 7020:The DFARS: Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement 252.204-7020 is part of the three declared clauses of the DFARS 70 series (7012, 7019, and 7021) in November 2020. DFARS 7020 mandates contractors to offer the Government entry to its structures, systems, and staff any time the Department of Defense
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Understanding DFARS 7019The DFARS: Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement 252.204-7019 is part of the three announced clauses in the DFARS 70 clauses (7012, 7020, and 7021). This special clause maintains the provisions for contractors to keep their evaluations and report them well and the conditions for contracting officers to grant
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When you are a business that works as a contractor for the Department of Defense (DoD), then DFARS 7012 is important incorporation within your contract agreements. This clause came into effect in 2017 in response to data violations and growing cybersecurity dangers transpiring within the Defense Industrial Base (DIB). And
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Enterprise resource planning (ERP) is crucial for handling and sustaining business processes. Nevertheless, while such ERP platforms can be widely beneficial as they add substantial value, business divisions and departments must come together during implementation or system upgradation. This helps to bypass hazards that could detract from the return on
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The company regularized its business processes & achieved enhanced executive-standard visibility into risk and security. In spite of their impressive track record of victory in offering state-of-the-art products and solutions by gathering, processing, and interpreting data from customers, suppliers, and employees a top defense contractor had substantial loopholes in many
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The landscape of governing standards keeps rapidly evolving for businesses dealing with government contracts and triggers misperception and vagueness about adhering to industry guidelines. Such ambiguity exposes the vulnerabilities of companies. If your organization does not fulfill the necessary compliance terms, there is little to no scope to stand out
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Today, we can find mature frameworks complex laws, and regulations globally that businesses must comply with to maintain their systems, network, and data security. National Institute of Standards and Technology Cyber Security Framework (NIST CSF) and ISO 27001 are two of the most common ones followed in North America and
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