“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” – Benjamin Franklin Let me begin by sharing a cautionary tale. In 2021, a small healthcare provider in New Jersey faced a crippling fine of $62,500. Their crime? A relatively minor violation of HIPAA improper disposal of medical records. While the penalty might seem steep,…
“The best way to predict the future is to create it.” – Peter Drucker If you’re in business today, you’re also in the data business whether you like it or not. From newsletter sign-ups to shopping carts to customer service chats, every digital interaction leaves behind a trail. And for many business owners, collecting that…
“Privacy is not something that I’m merely entitled to, it’s an absolute prerequisite.” – Marlon Brando Back in 2023, a rapidly growing online retail business based in Chicago received a surprising notification of non-compliance with GDPR, Europe’s stringent data privacy law. Despite having minimal European traffic, the retailer faced fines totaling $500,000 due to improper…
“Privacy is not an option, and it shouldn’t be the price we accept for just getting on the Internet.” – Gary Kovacs Let’s kick things off with a revealing story. Back in 2024, a mid-sized e-commerce company based in New York experienced explosive growth, onboarding thousands of new customers monthly. Amidst rapid expansion, they overlooked…
