by Patricia Willhite | Jun 2, 2018 | 2018, Business Mgmt, FAFSA, Spring
Gone are the days of siloing responsibilities and each office working independently. While segregation of duties and internal controls remain vital to a higher education institution’s health, they are insufficient on their own. A failure to thoughtfully consider the...
by Lisa Traina | Jan 30, 2018 | 2018, Business Mgmt, Winter
Ransomware is a type of malware, but with an extra sting. If infected with this malware, access to your operating system or files will be prevented or limited. The hacker will demand payment (ransom), but often times will not unlock the systems or files even if ransom...
by David Moja- Fran Brown | Jan 30, 2018 | 2018, Business Mgmt, Winter
We now have the first tax code reform since 1986, plus nonprofit financial reporting standards changes in Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Update (ASU) 2016-14. Is your institution ready for these big changes? There are several specific...
by Traci Turner | Jan 30, 2018 | 2018, Business Mgmt, Winter
One of the core values that every institution embodies is commitment to preserving the campus environment and surrounding communities. As institutional leaders develop strategic plans, increasing that commitment is a priority for many colleges and universities....
by Lisa Traina | Oct 18, 2017 | 2017, Business Mgmt, Fall
I once heard a speaker say that passwords are like underwear: change them often, keep them long, don’t leave them lying on your desk, and don’t share them. As a security professional, I have been discussing the need for stronger passwords for almost 20 years, and not...
by Harry Weber | Oct 18, 2017 | 2017, Business Mgmt, FAFSA, Fall
Are you prepared? Have you been adequately securing records? Do you have a disaster recovery plan? What would happen to you, your institution, and your students in the event of a disaster? While the nation is recovering from the most recent storms—Harvey, Irma, and...
