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Revamping Cybersecurity Standards: The Transition from NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 4 to Rev. 5
Cybersecurity standards play a pivotal role in establishing a structured and systematic approach to risk mitigation. It does this by providing comprehensive guidelines, best practices,
U.S. Cyber Trust Mark: A New Initiative for Cybersecurity Labeling of Smart Devices
In a groundbreaking move to bolster digital protection, the Biden-Harris administration has launched the U.S. Cyber Trust Mark. This trust mark is a cybersecurity certification
The CMMC 2.0 Checklist: Your Company’s Roadmap to Compliance
Table of Contents What is CMMC? When is compliance required? Who needs to be certified? What is needed for compliance? Level 1: Foundational Level 2:
A Beginner’s Guide to eLearning and Section 508 Compliance
In today’s digital era, eLearning has emerged as a popular mode of disseminating information and knowledge. It offers a flexible, cost-effective, and accessible alternative to
7 Mistakes to Avoid When Conducting an ADA Compliance Website Audit
If you have a website, chances are that you already know the importance of ensuring it is accessible to every type of visitor. As legal
Achieving GDPR Compliance: Your Consulting Guide
With the introduction of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), businesses and organizations worldwide are now required to take steps to ensure that they are
PCI DSS Compliance Consulting
Do you understand the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS)? If your organization manages customers’ payment information – this is a must. PCI
ISO 27001 Consulting
ISO 27001 guidelines and associated certification is an internationally recognized standard for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS). It provides organizations with the framework to ensure
WCAG 2.1 Guidelines PDF Checklist (FREE Download)
Complying with W3C’s Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 can be challenging for anyone, but especially if you are unfamiliar with the guidelines or have
What Is ADA Compliance? (How ADA Impacts Your Website)
Is your website following the ADA compliance standards? In 2010, the United States Department of Justice released specific guidelines for all public organizations to follow to become accessible
2023 Definitive Guide to VPAT for Product Accessibility Compliance (Free Template)
In the world of digital accessibility, there are many ways to show whether an organization’s “information and communication technologies” (ICT) are accessible. One of the
Achieving NIST 800-171 Compliance: Your Consulting Guide
Unauthorized access and disclosure of government information has become all too common in these times of frequent cyber-attacks. As a result, the government has extended
What is the Accessibility Act in Ontario? The AODA Compliance Guide for Websites & Apps
Summary: Get familiar with AODA, learn if the requirements apply to your organization, and find out how to become compliant. What is AODA compliance in
What is DFARS 252.204-7012? (What DoD Contractors Should Know)
Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) 252.204-7012 has been the buzz of the defense contracting world over the last few years. While it became a
Sign Language Interpreting Services
According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, American Sign Language (ASL) is used by approximately 2 million Americans who are deaf
Audio Description Services for Businesses & Government (Section 508 Compliance)
As digital accessibility requirements and guidelines become more stringent, organizations and businesses need to ensure that their content is accessible to everyone, including those with
Video Captioning & Subtitling Services for Accessibility
Over 1 billion people worldwide have some form of disability, according to the World Health Organization. For federal agencies and contractors, this means that accessible
NIST 800-53 Security Assessments & ATO Support
NIST 800-53 compliance is a security standard for United States federal government agencies and organizations that handle sensitive data. The standard outlines what measures must
What is PDF Remediation? Guide to PDF Accessibility for (ADA) Compliance
Are you a business or government contractor looking for ways to make sure your digital content is accessible and compliant with standards such as ADA
Accessibility Brief
Here at TestPros, we are proud to have been continuously involved with IT Accessibility from the very beginning when the U.S. Access Board first published the Section
Vulnerability in the Age of Remote Work
With COVID-19 continuing to run its course across the United States, it is likely that remote work is here to stay. According to an Upwork
Accessibility in GitHub with Git Flavored Markdown
Millions of people use GitHub daily for a variety of reasons. Some are users seeking to download software. Some are software developers using it as
What is Federal Contract Information (FCI)?
With attention on DFARS 252.204-701, the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification, and NIST SP 800-171, you may already be familiar with safeguarding requirements for Controlled Unclassified
What is the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC)?
UPDATE: 05/14/2023: Since it’s initial release, the CMMC has been updated to the 2.0 version. Check out our ultimate 2.0 guide and compliance checklist. With
CUI: Your Guide to Controlled Unclassified Information
What is Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)? You may have been brought here because you are seeking to achieve NIST 800-171 or CMMC compliance. Perhaps this
How To Choose A CMMC Consultant
With the Department of Defense (DoD) Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) moving full steam ahead, many small and medium businesses are struggling to become compliant.
What is EN 301 549? EU Web Accessibility Standards Explained
Technology is an important resource, and its use grows every day. It’s part of our home and professional life and everyone deserves to use it
21st Century IDEA Act- The Impact on Government Contracting
The 21st Century Integrated Digital Experience Act – or 21st Century IDEA – was signed into law in December 2018 and requires federal agencies take
Social Engineering: Elicitation and How to Counter It
Most are likely familiar with some forms of social engineering, including phishing scams. But how familiar are you with elicitation and do you know how
CMMC Interim DFARs Rule and What It Means For Your Organization
Contractors that do business with the US Department of Defense have a new cybersecurity standard to achieve. The US Department of Defense recently clarified its