How to Create GDPR-compliant Forms
If you are collecting data via a web form and conduct business in the EU, then you need to ensure that your organization is GDPR compliant when sending, receiving, and...
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Posts by Robert Dougherty
Robert Dougherty, Director of Communications, Kiteworks
Rob Dougherty is director of communications at Kiteworks. He is responsible for corporate communications, public relations, and customer advocacy. Prior to Kiteworks, Rob was a strategic communications consultant with FTIConsulting, helping senior executives in multiple industries craft, communicate, and measure compelling events like mergers and acquisitions, restructurings, quarterly earnings, and more. Before FTI, Rob managed financial communications functions at Covad, the telecommunication industry’s first residential broadband provider, and Selectica, a leader in configuration, pricing, and quoting software. Rob holds a Master’s degree from San Jose State University and a Bachelor’s degree from Pepperdine University.
A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms)
Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) are a crucial component of achieving and maintaining regulatory compliance. Compliance regulations are becoming increasingly stringent, and organizations need to be aware of the...
CMMC Compliant File Sharing for UK Contractors
CMMC is a unified standard for the implementation of cybersecurity across the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Defense Industrial Base (DIB). CMMC, or the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification, is designed...
Demystifying ITAR: Jurisdiction, Compliance, and Exemptions
The International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) is a set of United States government regulations that control the export and import of defense-related articles, services, and technology on the United...
Secure File Sharing for Healthcare
The healthcare industry has become increasingly reliant upon digital technology to share protected health information with patients and insurance companies and between doctors and networks. This has led to the...
DFARS 252.204-7012 Compliance: Everything Defense Contractors Need to Know
As the defense industry faces an ever-growing number of cyber threats, compliance with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement, or DFARS 252.204-7012 is crucial to ensure the protection of sensitive data,...
FIPS 140-2 Validation: A Crucial Step for Secure Data Transmission
The rise of cyber threats and the increasing demand for protecting sensitive information have led organizations to prioritize content security. One of the ways businesses can ensure the highest level...
Protecting Critical Infrastructure With Secure File Sharing: Healthcare
Critical infrastructure refers to the systems, services, and networks that are essential to the functioning of a society. These include energy, water, transportation, communication systems, and healthcare, among others. Protecting...
Protecting Critical Infrastructure With Secure File Sharing: Telecommunications
Telecommunications plays a vital role in supporting essential services such as emergency response, banking, and transportation. These systems include landline and wireless networks, satellite systems, and undersea cable networks. Given...
10 Must-have Capabilities of Enterprise File Transfer
The ability to transfer files securely and efficiently is critical to the success of any enterprise. With the increasing amount of content being generated and shared with trusted third parties...
5 Secure File Sharing Capabilities Educational Institutions Require
As technology becomes an integral part of education, file sharing is an essential tool for students, teachers, and administrators alike. However, with the increasing amount of sensitive information being shared...
Secure File Sharing for Government Agencies: Ensuring the Confidentiality of Sensitive Information
Government agencies handle a wide range of sensitive and confidential data, from national security information and critical infrastructure details to health records and Social Security numbers. To ensure this information...
7 Secure File Sharing Capabilities That Financial Services Firms Need to Consider
The security of sensitive content associated with financial services is a paramount concern for businesses. Unauthorized access to financial data can lead to significant financial losses and reputational damage. Risk...
Secure File Sharing for Mergers and Acquisitions
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are essential components of the business landscape, representing a major element in the global economy. Mergers and acquisitions are commercial activities that facilitate the growth of...
Three Strategies to Drive MFT Adoption
Managed File Transfer (MFT) has become an integral part of business operations. Organizations rely on MFT to securely exchange critical information with their partners, customers, and suppliers. However, implementing an MFT solution...