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Focus on cybersecurity To ensure sensitive data is protected , Ringler uses a virtual information security officer from All Covered , who offer a layered approach to security services .
“ We consistently perform monthly vulnerability scans , periodic penetration testing , and 24 / 7 monitoring with SIEM and SOC services . But the biggest security threat we have is our people ,” said Knowlton . “ 90 % of security breaches come from an individual who has broken protocol like clicking on a phishing scam ,” said Knowlton who points out they work with security education specialist KnowB4 to help train their team for spotting security threats . “ Going forward , we will continue to focus on security awareness and following protocols .”
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Butch Knowlton , Executive Vice
President & Chief Information Officer of Ringler What technology trends do you see shaping the industry in the future ? “ I think organisations who can make data-driven decisions and take advantage of the tools associated with that , will be the organisations still here in 10 years time .” How effective are your podcasts on Ringler Radio for reaching out to your clients ? “ Incredibly effective ! With more than 10 years in the podcast space , we have created a terrific following . Our marketing strategy connects all of the tools to provide insights to our followers . Our new CRM capability is also focused on continuing to find new ways to share our podcasts and information provided in them . Ringler Radio will help to create awareness about the structured settlement industry as this is quite a niche area and help our clients better understand the industry . “ With our digital transformation , we now have more tools like podcasts that we can seamlessly incorporate into our marketing material to provide value to our clients ,” said Knowlton .