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Personal Data can be used to influence decisions, shape our behavior and affect our reputations. Privacy and Security become more important as our personal and professional lives become more digitized and the Internet of Things grows. Pivotal IT is dedicated to providing information and tools to help ensure privacy, build trust and sure personal information.

Data Privacy Day 2020
Consumers are becoming more concerned about who can access their information and why. With the California Consumer Privacy Act taking effect this year and other states considering similar legislation, data privacy will become a central issue for businesses in 2020.
Privacy and Security
1/28/2020
How To Create An Acceptable Use Policy
An Acceptable Use Policy encourages responsible use of your business network and technology resources. In this blog post we delve into the important elements that should be included in your policy to help you create an effective AUP, customized for your business needs.
Privacy and Security
11/29/2018
National Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2018
October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month! Protect your business – no matter how large or small – with alerts, tips and resources from the National Cyber Security Alliance.
Privacy and Security
10/18/2018
Local Call Spam? Here's How to Block Robocalls on Landline and Mobile
Robocallers and scammers disguise their actual phone numbers with fake numbers that appear to be local. In this blog post we'll walk you through blocking spam calls and provide you with best practices for dealing with robocalls and phone scams.
Privacy and Security
6/12/2018
Spartan High Cyber Vikings
Introduced in 2009, the U.S. Air Force Association's Cyber Patriot program was designed to address a critical need: Drawing more students to education and careers in cybersecurity and other (STEM) fields.
Privacy and Security
11/27/2017
How to Minimize the Impact of the Equifax Data Disaster
Check out our practical, step-by-step guide for protecting your identity and your data in the wake of the Equifax data breach.
Privacy and Security
9/25/2017
2017 NIST Guidelines Revamp Obsolete Password Rules
The 2017 NIST Digital Identity Guidelines show a shift in strategy in an effort to make it easier for users to create better passwords.
Privacy and Security
8/21/2017
Cyber Safe Shopping
Whether you're part of the hustle and bustle or filling your cart from the comfort of your home, these tips can help you make it a safe shopping season!
Privacy and Security
4/27/2017
The Importance of an Acceptable Use Policy
Why an Acceptable Use Policy or AUP is an integral part of your information security policy.
Privacy and Security
4/27/2017
Social (Media) Security Part 2
As our Securing Social Media blog series concludes, we provide you with details for securing your Twitter and Google accounts.
Privacy and Security
2/20/2017
Social (Media) Security
We've got tips to help you secure your businesess' social accounts against security and privacy risks.
Privacy and Security
2/20/2017
Dark Patterns - Deception by Design
An in depth look at the unethical web practices and sophisticated tactics companies are using to manipulate your actions online.
Privacy and Security
4/5/2019
National Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2019
We're excited to be returning as a NCSAM Champion and throughout the month of October we'll be sharing tips, information and resources to promote the awareness of online safety and privacy for National Cybersecurity Awareness Month
Privacy and Security
9/18/2019
National Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2022
Be #CyberSmart! Join Pivotal IT in celebrating National Cybersecurity Awareness Month - throughout October we will be sharing information and tips to help you stay safe online.
Privacy and Security
10/3/2022
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