March 2025 Blacksmith Feature Updates!
We’re constantly working to improve the Blacksmith CaaS platform, making positive changes based on feedback from our vCISO and MSP users. This month, we’re excited to announce new features to improve the user experience, and give users a clean, attractive way to visualize their compliance journey. New Features Optimized Admin Dashboard: A streamlined experience […]
Greenwashing Under a Microscope
Let’s face it — companies got caught with their pants down in the greenwashing game, and now they’re scrambling to save their reputations. With everyone from angry Twitter users to government watchdogs breathing down their necks, here’s how they’re trying to get their act together: Getting Real: Companies are being asked to back up their […]
Blacksmith Infosec is on Channel Program!
Visit our portal on Channel Program! 👉 We’re always looking for new ways to better serve our MSP partners, and to that end, we’ve added Blacksmith to the Channel Program lineup of top IT channel products! You can now connect with us right through the portal, allowing you to schedule a demo, sign up for […]
Compliance-as-a-Service (CaaS): A Game-Changer for MSPs in 2025
The IT channel is undergoing (another) paradigm shift as Compliance-as-a-Service (CaaS) becomes the next must-have offering for Managed Service Providers (MSPs). With regulatory demands growing more complex and challenging to navigate, more and more businesses are turning to CaaS to streamline compliance tasks, reduce risks, and control costs while staying focused on their core objectives. […]
Making Vendor Security Simple: Blacksmith’s New Tool for MSPs
Managing vendor security risks just got easier. On December 20th, Blacksmith is rolling out a new tool that helps Managed Service Providers (MSPs) track, assess, and manage their vendors’ security practices – turning a traditionally complex process into something manageable. Building Trust Through Better Vendor Management One of the biggest benefits of this new feature […]
CW MSPs: Inject Your Compliance Offering Into Your Existing Workflows
Introducing Blacksmith InfoSec’s Integration with ConnectWise Manage PSA We know that MSPs have a lot to juggle—and it’s all-too tempting to let compliance slide because it’s “too heavy of a lift right now” or not profitable. Blacksmith’s game-changing new feature proves both of these ideas dead wrong. With our seamless integration with ConnectWise Manage PSA, […]
Identifying the Right Target Market for Compliance-as-a-Service
When it comes to selling Compliance-as-a-Service, not every business has the same needs or faces the same challenges. MSPs must be strategic in identifying their ideal target market, tailoring their services to address specific industry requirements, and understanding the unique pain points of potential clients. By doing so, MSPs can position themselves as trusted compliance […]
Generative AI in Compliance: The Future Looks Bright, But We’re Not Quite There Yet
Generative AI is making waves in almost every industry, from creative writing to coding, and even in healthcare. It’s hard not to be excited about the possibilities when it comes to automating and optimizing everything we do. “It’s hard not to be excited about the possibilities when it comes to automating and optimizing everything we […]
4 Ways to Qualify For and Reduce the Cost of Cyber Liability Insurance
Part of a comprehensive cybersecurity program is making sure you have the right backup. Yes, pun intended. Certainly, your data needs to be backed up. But your staff and finances also need extra support. We’ve previously written about how a Managed Service Provider (MSP), also known as an outsourced IT vendor, can provide support for […]
Why MSPs Are Ideal Compliance Partners
As you know, managing compliance has become a growing challenge for organizations across industries. With complex regulations like HIPAA, NY DFS, the SEC security rule, and others requiring strict adherence, many businesses are struggling to keep up. That’s why more companies are turning to managed service providers (MSPs) for much-needed help. MSPs offer technical expertise […]