Who’s Driving Compliance? Discussion and Upcoming Webinar
Today, we’ve got a sneak peek at the talking points for this month’s episode of Get NIST-y. We’ll be joined by Liongard’s Michael Cannady as we explore the driving forces behind the compliance trend. What sort of info and insight can you expect from this live chat? The Myth of Rollbacks: Is Deregulation the End […]
HIPAA-Covered Entity Strikes Back With Lawsuit
The MTL vs. Ntirety Lawsuit: Establishing New Precedent for Business Associate Accountability In an unprecedented legal move that could reshape healthcare data protection standards, Molecular Testing Labs (MTL) has filed suit against its MSP following a significant data breach. The Vancouver, Washington-based laboratory specializing in precision diagnostics discovered on March 12, 2025, that patient data […]
Top Compliance Priorities for Healthcare Organizations in 2025
Healthcare organizations in 2025 face an evolving regulatory landscape driven by technological innovation, heightened data privacy concerns, and increased enforcement. The following priorities have emerged as most critical for compliance leaders and boards: 1. Stricter Data Privacy and HIPAA Security Rule Updates Regulators have significantly strengthened HIPAA rules to address rising cybersecurity threats and privacy […]
Compliance as a Service (CaaS): Unlocking Growth and Trust for Modern MSPs
The managed services industry is undergoing a fundamental transformation. As regulatory requirements tighten and cyber threats escalate, businesses are no longer satisfied with basic IT support — they expect their Managed Service Providers (MSPs) to be proactive partners in compliance and risk management. Enter Compliance as a Service (CaaS): a game-changing opportunity for MSPs to […]
Forging Trust: Stakeholder Buy-In on Compliance
This article is an amended chapter from ‘Forging Trust’, our comprehensive guide to compliance-as-a-service (CAAS) for MSPs and SMBs, which will be rereleased in 2025 with added compliance guidance, info, and insights! Be sure to sign up for the companion newsletter for publishing updates and risk management news! Achieving compliance success hinges on more […]
From Tech Support to Compliance Pro
How MSPs Can Meet Growing Client Demand for Compliance Services Managed Service Providers (MSPs) are facing a significant shift in client expectations. What began as requests for technical support and infrastructure management has evolved into demands for comprehensive compliance solutions. Many MSPs find themselves unprepared for this transition, lacking the specialized knowledge and tools needed […]
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 […]
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. […]
Empowering MSPs to Elevate SMB Cybersecurity with Blacksmith InfoSec
Cybersecurity continues to be a top concern for Small and Medium-sized Businesses (SMBs). Yet, the complexity leaves them unsure of how to get started and the cost means they can’t afford to be comprehensive in their approach. This leads to failure to launch or patchy coverage, which in turn leaves them vulnerable. This is where […]