Spring 2010 Speaking Events
Mass. Data Protection Law
John Moynihan will discuss the Massachusetts Data Protection Law and offer practical compliance suggestions. To learn more about joining us at any of these events, please call 617-645-4422.
Tuesday, April 20 - Boston Marriott Newton - Massachusetts' Data Protection Law: A Proactive Approach (
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Monday, May 3 - Cambridge Chamber of Commerce, held at the Residence Inn Cambridge by Marriott - Data Protection Compliance for Real Estate Professionals ( Learn More)
DECEMBER 6, 2009
Gear up to protect personal info
Boston Herald, By Jennifer Heldt-Powell: Starting in March, Massachusetts will have what is arguably the nation’s strictest regulations protecting personal information such as Social Security numbers. That’s great news for those of us who don’t want to have our identity stolen, but it’s a burden for small business owners who will have to protect the information of their employees and consumers. READ MORE
JANUARY 15, 2009
Businesses Look to Restart Data Security Rule Process
A coalition featuring some of the biggest businesses in the
nation called on the Patrick administration
Thursday to again delay implementation of regulations to protect against
identity theft, saying the pending rules are unworkable and will hurt job
creation. READ MORE
JANUARY 21, 2009
Data Breach May Have Exposed 100 Million Credit Cards
FoxNews.com - A New Jersey credit-card processor disclosed a data breach that analysts said may rank among the biggest ever reported. READ MORE
Trust Minuteman Governance - The Compliance Experts.
The Mass Data Protection Law, 201 CMR 17, took effect on March 1, 2010 and requires all entities to implement specific administrative, technical and physical security controls to protect customer and employee information.
Minuteman Governance provides a comprehensive service that facilitates your compliance with the law. We assist our clients with the law's core requirements including:
1. Assessment of internal and external risk to personal information.
2. Creation of a comprehensive Written Information Security Program.
3. Implementation of a process to ensure compliance of "Third Party Service Providers".
4. Training employees on the law's requirements and best practices.
The main requirements of this law are non-technical, therefore those who rely on an IT approach will not achieve full compliance and will be exposed to severe penalties. Minuteman Governance provides the total compliance solution. In addition, Minuteman affirms your compliance with MA 201 CMR 17 at the conclusion of our assessment.
Our complete range of services include:
Regulatory Compliance
Minuteman provides comprehensive regulatory compliance services and assists organizations with the increasingly rigorous requirements of an array of data protection laws, including GLBA, HITECH, HIPAA and the expanding myriad of state laws.
Policy Development
Establishing formal standards is the first step toward data protection. Minuteman will develop clear acceptable use policies that uniquely address your organization’s core practices, technologies and risk.
Employee Training
Communicating and reinforcing an organization’s data protection standards is an essential aspect of an effective information security strategy. Minuteman will create and conduct a data security training program specifically designed for your needs.
Audit and Risk Assessment
Pro-actively identifying vulnerabilities is critical to protecting sensitive information. Minuteman will examine your core processes, evaluate your administrative, technical and physical controls, identify internal and external weaknesses and recommend measures to better protect your data.
Data Breach Investigation
A structured, deliberate response to a data breach directly impacts the consequences resulting from these incidents. Minuteman will provide expert, continuous consultation throughout the aftermath of an incident, including forensic investigation services, customer notification, cooperation with regulatory agencies and media communications.
Advisory Services
Minuteman will perform a comprehensive evaluation of your existing information security program and offer specific recommendations to enhance your control environment.