Businesses are becoming more reliant on technology than ever before, meaning that disruptions such as system failures, data breaches, or natural disasters are more impactful to operations. Additionally, these can lead to a loss of revenue and customer trust. Disaster...
Cybersecurity
5 Steps to Standardize Security in DevOps
Although security has always been a priority for developers, new technologies have made it one of the most prominent aspects of DevOps. This has resulted in the coined term “DevSecOps”, with many companies offering new “DevSecOps platforms.” With hackers developing...
SPK Secures SOC 2 Type 1 Certification for Enhanced Service Offering
SCOTTS VALLEY, CA - Engineering and IT leader SPK and Associates is pleased to announce its achievement of SOC 2 Type 1 certification. The SOC 2 Type 1 certification attests that SPK’s information security meets or exceeds the rigorous standards set forth by AICPA....
How Securing, Reusing, and Sharing Intellectual Property Accelerates Market Entry and Lowers Production Costs
Are you interested in improving your business’s workflows to remain competitive among other production companies? Proper intellectual property management is vital for achieving ultimate efficiency. Businesses that successfully secure, reuse, and share their...
Ally Financial cuts pipeline outages and eases security scanning with GitLab
Ally Financial has to meet its customer needs solely online, but using a time- consuming toolchain hurt DevOps efficiency and productivity. Adopting GitLab’s platform has changed that.At the heart of engineering excellence is DevSecOps. At the heart of DevSecOps is...
The Top 5 Security Risks of Using Unsupported Software
As the push towards SaaS solutions intensifies, you may be left wondering why so many businesses are in support of this transition. Migrating to the cloud is often beneficial, but remaining on-premise can also have negative impacts. For example, Atlassian is no...
How to Shield Your Digital Assets from AI-Enhanced Ransomware Threats
The rise of AI has led to many incredible advancements in the digital world. With this new helpful technology, also comes individuals who want to use it for harm. Ransomware attacks were common before AI came into the picture, and with the help of A, they are harder...
Building Resilience in Healthcare IT Infrastructure through Cybersecurity Strategies
Cybersecurity is important in every industry but is especially vital in healthcare. Safety, compliance, and data protection become more important than ever. With cyber attacks on the rise, protecting sensitive patient data has become a main priority. Let’s explore...
SPK and Associates Secures Spot on the 2024 Channel Futures MSP 501 List
SCOTTS VALLEY, CA - SPK and Associates has been named as one of the world’s top-performing managed service providers in the prestigious 2024 Channel Futures MSP 501 rankings. The Channel Futures MSP 501 list, a technology industry benchmark, ranks companies based on...
Best Practices and Common Pitfalls in Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence
The rise of Artificial Intelligence has benefitted computer experts and technology-challenged individuals alike. However, this increase in AI tools also comes with caution. While AI is helpful, it is also always learning. Users must be cautious of what information...
Security Without Sacrifices: The Future of DevSecOps
DevSecOps encompasses development, IT operations, and the security practices maintained during the software development process. Ensuring security while providing continuous delivery of high-quality software is the goal of DevSecOps. Let’s explore some of its key...
Breaking down Zero Trust Architecture for CI/CD Pipelines
In recent years, remote work has become the norm for many organizations. With workers all around the globe on different networks, cybersecurity risks are much higher. System failures and hackers still pose risks even when working on the same network. All of these...