Kansas City businesses can adopt AI without creating their next security problem, as long as guardrails and a solid security foundation come first. That was the message from MDL Technology’s Justin Ruby when he spoke to the North Kansas City Business Council about AI and cybersecurity, two forces changing business at the same time. His
Employees are turning to AI tools to get work done faster. Without clear rules for how those tools get used, confidential company information can end up in the wrong place. To protect sensitive data when employees use AI, define what information can be shared, approve the platforms your team uses, and back your policies with
As more employees turn to ChatGPT for everyday tasks, data security is now a priority, and deciding whether ChatGPT is safe with company data starts with understanding how it handles your information. The good news is that it can be used safely in a business, and the outcome depends on three things: the account you
Your employees may already be using AI tools at work that your company does not know about. This is called shadow AI, and it happens when staff use AI tools that are not approved or managed by the business. The risk is that company information can leave your controlled environment without anyone knowing it happened.
Preparing SharePoint, Teams, and OneDrive for AI needs to happen before any AI tool connects to Microsoft 365. Old files, broad permissions, and poorly organized data create security and usability problems the moment AI starts working with them. The fix comes down to two steps. First, review where your data lives and who can access
Many midmarket leaders know they need an AI plan but are unsure where to begin. A 12-month AI roadmap should start with readiness, move into a controlled pilot, expand based on what works, and scale only after you can measure real adoption. A rushed rollout can leave security and data gaps unaddressed. Below, we break
A cyber assessment and cybersecurity audit serve two different purposes for your business. A cyber assessment is a gap review that shows where your business is weak and what risks you face. A cybersecurity audit is a formal review tied to specific standards, requirements, and evidence expectations. Your goal determines which one you need. At
Most businesses handle sensitive data every day, yet many still run without a single written rule for protecting it. That gap is exactly what security policy development is meant to close. It gives your team clear direction on what is allowed, what is not, and how your business protects its systems, data, and people. What
A stolen password is where many cyberattacks begin. That is why identity and access security has become one of the most important parts of protecting a business. It controls who can log in, what systems they can reach, and what they are allowed to do once inside. When those controls are weak, attackers use valid
Most HIPAA problems do not come from a single dramatic breach. They come from small gaps that go unnoticed until an audit or an incident exposes them. The most common HIPAA security violations include skipping a risk analysis, weak access controls, and poor documentation. At MDL Technology, we help healthcare organizations find these gaps early,
Kansas City businesses can adopt AI without creating their next security problem, as long as guardrails and a solid security foundation come first. That was
Employees are turning to AI tools to get work done faster. Without clear rules for how those tools get used, confidential company information can end
