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🩺 83% of physician practices have already experienced a cyberattack. Yet many still treat Security Risk Assessments (SRAs) like a HIPAA formality. In reality? ✔️ No SRA = No compliance ✔️ No SRA = Weaker cyber insurance posture ✔️ No SRA = Hidden risks threatening your patients, operations, and bottom line But not all SRA providers are created equal. And in healthcare, nuance matters. In this post, we break down: — What makes an SRA truly “accurate and thorough” (HIPAA’s words, not ours) — Why insurers increasingly demand SRA documentation — How to spot an SRA partner who actually understands healthcare IT If your next audit or insurance renewal is looming—and your internal team is already maxed—this is your playbook. 📍 Read the full article: https://hubs.la/Q03MrL2r0 #HealthcareIT #HIPAA #SecurityRiskAssessment #CyberSecurity #HealthTech #CIO #vCISO #Meriplex

In senior living, “doing more with less” has become the new normal. But when it comes to IT, that mindset can quietly drain your budget and leave your community exposed. If your systems are still running on patchwork tools, spotty Wi-Fi, and outdated security measures, it’s not a resource problem—it’s a roadmap problem. Our new guide breaks down how to: ✅ Build a cost-effective, compliant IT roadmap ✅ Stretch every tech dollar without cutting corners ✅ Boost staff efficiency and resident experience ✅ Future-proof your infrastructure for what’s next 📘 Download the eBook: 👉 https://lnkd.in/g327v9D7 #SeniorLiving #ITStrategy #HealthcareIT #Cybersecurity #Compliance #DigitalTransformation #ManagedITServices #SeniorCare #HealthcareTechnology #Meriplex

🧠 Ransomware isn’t just an IT issue when it reroutes ambulances and shuts down surgeries. It’s a risk to human life. That’s exactly what happened when the NHS was hit in 2017—and it’s a wake-up call the healthcare industry still hasn’t fully answered. Too many hospitals still treat cybersecurity like a back-office task. But the truth is this: cyber threats now sit squarely in the domain of patient safety, enterprise risk, and board-level strategy. If your security strategy still lives under IT, it’s time to rethink the model. 🔎 This piece dives into: — Why “IT-led” cybersecurity falls short in healthcare — How to shift toward a risk-led model that protects operations and lives — What executives, boards, and clinicians must do next 📉 Compliance isn’t the goal. Resilience is. Read the full blog to see what a modern, risk-based approach to healthcare cybersecurity really looks like: 👉 https://hubs.la/Q03MrljY0 #Cybersecurity #HealthcareLeadership #RiskManagement #HealthcareCIO #CISO #HealthIT #EnterpriseRisk #Ransomware

Your CFO leans across the table and says: “Why are we paying so much for IT?” Now what? Do you fire off a snarky response about ransomware? Pull up your continuity plan? Redirect to a risk discussion? Or—brace yourself—agree and start optimizing? This question shows up in nearly every budget cycle. How you answer it? That’s what separates tactical IT from strategic leadership. Vote below, then check out how to frame IT as a value driver—not just a line item. → Read: https://hubs.la/Q03J7VSj0 → Book Consultation: https://hubs.la/Q03J7SRs0 #CIOCommunity #ITBudgeting #ITLeadership #vCIO #Cybersecurity #BusinessContinuity #ITOptimization #MidMarketIT #MSP #Meriplex

🧠 What Does a vCISO Actually Do—and Do You Need One? If your business is growing but not quite ready to hire a six-figure, full-time CISO… there’s a smarter option. A Virtual CISO (vCISO) gives you executive-level cybersecurity leadership—without the overhead. Think: ✅ Strategic risk management ✅ Incident response planning ✅ Compliance oversight (HIPAA, SOC 2, PCI-DSS) ✅ A roadmap for long-term security maturity You get the brain, not the payroll burden. In this post, we break down: 🔍 How vCISOs compare to full-time CISOs, MSSPs & consultants 💡 What a vCISO does day-to-day 📈 Why mid-market and fast-growing businesses are adopting this model early 📅 Flexible engagement models (retainer vs. project-based) 👉 Read the full guide: https://hubs.la/Q03Kb-PZ0 #Cybersecurity #vCISO #CISOAsAService #FractionalCISO #ITLeadership #RiskManagement #Compliance #MidMarketIT #Meriplex

Most companies don’t switch MSPs because they want to. They switch because they’ve hit a breaking point. So here’s the real question: What would make you walk away from your current IT partner today? ⚡Faster response times? ⚡More strategic guidance? ⚡A better cybersecurity posture? ⚡Fewer hidden fees? Your answer says a lot about where MSPs fall short—and where the right partner can step up. If you’re quietly exploring options, we built a few tools to help. → Read: https://hubs.la/Q03J7PfV0 → Schedule a 30-minute strategy consult: https://hubs.la/Q03J7Mmm0 #MSP #ManagedITServices #Cybersecurity #ITStrategy #ITSupport #CIOCommunity #MidMarketIT #Meriplex #CoManagedIT #DigitalResilience

Let’s talk about healthcare IT for a second. (Not the buzzwords. The real stuff.) If you run a clinic, a hospital, or a multi-location healthcare network—your plate is already full. ➤ Delivering top-tier care ➤ Staying compliant with HIPAA + FTC Safeguards ➤ Guarding patient data from nonstop threats ➤ And trying to modernize systems without burning out your internal IT team Sound familiar? Here’s the kicker: healthcare is the most-breached industry for the 13th year straight. Average breach cost? Over $10M. That’s not just IT’s problem—it’s a business continuity problem. The solution? It’s not just “more tech.” It’s the right partner. One who gets your world, speaks fluent compliance, and helps your clinicians move faster, not slower. 📍 Strategic roadmaps 📍 Real-time monitoring + support 📍 Compliance built into every layer 📍 Cloud, security, RMM, help desk—all with a healthcare lens If you’re rethinking your infrastructure—or just worried about what might break next—this post is for you. 👇👇👇

When it comes to patient trust and clinic reputation, one breach can cost far more than just money. In our latest blog post we expose the Top 5 Cyber Threats Targeting Orthopedic & Urology Practices — and spoiler: many threats are hiding in plain sight. From phishing to insider risk, and third‑party vendor vulnerabilities, these are not “maybe someday” issues — they are right now risks.  If you’re running or advising a clinic, here’s what you’ll get out of this piece: • Real examples of breaches in similar practices • Actionable steps to shore up weak spots before it’s too late • How patient data exposure can hit you where it hurts—in trust, compliance, and business continuity 👉 If you think your practice is already safe enough, read this. If you think you can’t afford to invest in cybersecurity, read this. If you’re serious about protecting patients and your clinic’s reputation—this is essential. #HealthcareIT #Cybersecurity #OrthopedicClinics #UrologyPractices #PatientData #HIPAA #ClinicSecurity #Meriplex

September is Read a New Book Month, and at Meriplex, we celebrated by asking our team to share their favorite reads. 📚 The result? A collection that spans epic sci-fi adventures, timeless classics, business insights, and thought-provoking nonfiction — a reflection of the wide range of interests and perspectives across our teams. September may be winding down, but there’s always time to start a new book. Flip through our team’s recommendations below — you might just find your next read!

You’ve mapped out a secure, scalable IT roadmap. Now comes the real battle: getting the green light. What’s the hardest part of turning strategy into action? 💭 Budget hurdles? 🗣️ Executive buy-in? 📋 Compliance red tape? 🤯 Or the unholy alliance of all three? We’re curious where your biggest roadblocks live—and how Meriplex can help remove them. Vote below 👇 and if you’re stuck in planning purgatory, our vCIO team is just a conversation away. Book a free 30-min strategy session: https://hubs.la/Q03J7Q0k0 #ITLeadership #CIOCommunity #ITStrategy #DigitalTransformation #CoManagedIT #MSP #vCIO #CybersecurityRoadmap #MidMarketIT #ITBudgeting #Meriplex