All Healthcare providers in Denver, from small clinics to larger practices, must take HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) requirements seriously. Beyond protecting patient privacy, complying with HIPAA IT safeguards your business and helps avoid costly breaches and fines. This primer explains the technical safeguards and best practices every Denver clinic should implement to
If you’re seeking cyber insurance (or renewing your policy), be prepared: insurers will probe your IT security practices in detail to verify that you meet the minimum cyber insurance requirements. The days of cheap, no-questions-asked cyber insurance are over. Now underwriters want proof that you’ve implemented specific controls to reduce risk. In fact, many policies
“Zero Trust” is a cybersecurity buzzword you might have heard, but does zero trust for smbs mean? In a nutshell, Zero Trust is a security model that says trust nothing and verify everything. In traditional IT security, you might have a trusted internal network and untrusted outside world. Zero Trust flips that: it treats every
Software updates often feel like a nagging chore. Those pop-ups to install patches always seem to come at the worst time. But neglecting patches can be disastrous. Unpatched systems are a top cause of breaches; according to Ponemon Institute, 60% of breach victims in one study were compromised via known vulnerabilities that had a patch
Running your business on Google Workspace (formerly G Suite) gives you powerful tools like Gmail, Drive, Docs, and real-time collaboration that keep teams productive and connected. However, many small and midsize businesses don’t realize that the default, out-of-the-box settings aren’t always designed to meet the security needs of a professional business environment. Without proper configuration,
Cinch I.T. is proud to announce that the company has been selected as one of the Best Cybersecurity MSPs 2025, earning a finalist position for the prestigious OpenText Cybersecurity Premier Partner Award. Representing the company at the awards ceremony is longtime Cinch I.T. Director and managing partner Steve Lettery. This recognition places Cinch I.T. among
Ransomware has become the digital break-in every business fears: criminals seize your data, lock down your systems, and demand payment for the key. And the most alarming part? Small and midsize businesses are now the primary victims. Verizon reports that ransomware accounts for 88% of SMB breaches, a staggering shift that highlights just how vulnerable
Every year, businesses across the country rely on dependable technology to keep their operations moving smoothly. In 2025, Cinch I.T. once again proved why we are the fastest and the friendliest. As part of our annual Cinch I.T. Wrapped recap, we’re taking a look at the numbers, the wins, and the moments that defined a
When a business chooses a managed service provider, they are not just buying IT support. They are trusting an outside company with their data, their infrastructure, and in many cases, their ability to operate securely and without interruption. In today’s threat landscape, that trust must be earned. One of the strongest indicators that an MSP
How to choose a managed IT provider that is right for your company is a big decision for any business. Your IT partner will be handling vital systems, security, and support for your team. You need someone competent and trustworthy. So, how do you evaluate potential providers? Here are key questions to ask (and why