Fall 2017 issue of Horizons

∙ Manage authentication – Implement multi-factor authentication where possible and follow least-privilege principles ∙ Implement secure remote access – Limit remote accesses, consider monitor only access and eliminate persistent remote connections ∙ Monitor and respond – Perform system baselines and monitor for changes, develop detailed response and restoration plans

Disruptive technologies should disrupt your processes, the status quo and your perceptions. It will take conscious effort and a systematic approach to secure your technologies so that you can avoid a literal disruption to your disruptive technologies.

MANUFACTURING & DISTRIBUTION SERVICES GROUP

RubinBrown’s Manufacturing & Distribution Services Group is nationally recognized for superior assurance, tax and consulting expertise coupled with solid international business knowledge, exceptional inventory management and process improvement services. For more information, visit www.RubinBrown.com/M-and-D

Henry Rzonca, CPA Partner & Vice Chair Manufacturing & Distribution Services Group 314.290.3350 henry.rzonca@rubinbrown.com

Jim Mather, CPA, CGMA Partner-In-Charge Manufacturing & Distribution Services Group 314.290.3470 jim.mather@rubinbrown.com

Rick Feldt, CPA, CGMA Partner & Vice Chair Manufacturing & Distribution Services Group 314.290.3220 rick.feldt@rubinbrown.com

Russ White, CPA Partner & Vice Chair Manufacturing & Distribution Services Group 303.952.1247 russ.white@rubinbrown.com

Mike Lewis, CPA Partner & Vice Chair Manufacturing & Distribution Services Group 314.290.3391 mike.lewis@rubinbrown.com

Rob Rudloff, CISSP-ISSMP Partner Cyber Security Services Group 303.952.1220 rob.rudloff@rubinbrown.com

Kaleb Lilly, CPA Partner & Vice Chair Manufacturing & Distribution Services Group 816.859.7917 kaleb.lilly@rubinbrown.com

Jeff Sparks, CPA, CGMA Partner Manufacturing & Distribution Services Group 314.290.3360 jeff.sparks@rubinbrown.com

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