The HR technology industry, or HRTech, has experienced rapid growth, with platforms streamlining everything from payroll and benefits management to talent acquisition and employee engagement. These systems handle vast amounts of sensitive employee data, including personally identifiable information (PII), financial records, and even health-related details tied to benefits administration. While HRTech platforms offer efficiency and…
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LegalTech Software Security: Balancing Customer Scrutiny with Business Protections
The LegalTech industry has witnessed tremendous growth in recent years, with software solutions transforming how law firms, legal departments, and even individuals access and manage legal services. LegalTech software is now used for tasks ranging from document management and case tracking to billing, compliance, and contract lifecycle management. The benefits of digitization are significant, however,…
Continue ReadingHealthTech Software Security: Best Practices for a Practical Approach
The healthcare technology industry, also called HealthTech, has seen significant growth and innovation. HealthTech includes software and platforms that improve healthcare delivery and administration, such as telemedicine platforms, patient management software and patient medical records (PHI), prescription and pharmacy records, and health data analytics. HealthTech is transforming patient care, and holds significant promise; however, the…
Continue ReadingThe Importance of Software Security in the PropTech Industry
Real estate technology, also known as PropTech, has gone through a period of rapid innovation, fueled by digitization, increased competition in real estate, and the advent of remote real estate buying and selling, accelerated by the OCVID-19 pandemic. From smart building management systems to online property marketplaces and tenant experience plastforms, PropTech companies develop and…
Continue ReadingSoftware Security for Software Development Firms: How to Meet Customer Expectations for Security
As software development firms continue to create custom software for businesses across various industries, the demand for robust software security has never been higher. These firms, which develop software on behalf of other companies, must not only meet their clients’ requirements, but also ensure that the software they create is secure, compliant with industry standards,…
Continue ReadingThe Importance of Software Security in the MedTech Industry
The MedTech industry depends on software to power life-saving devices, manage patient data, and improve healthcare access and efficiency. From diagnostic tools to wearable health devices to telehealth platforms, medical software applications are central to the functioning of modern healthcare systems. However, as reliance on software grows, so do cybersecurity threats, regulatory challenges, and the…
Continue ReadingPCI DSS Overview and Compliance Checklist
The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) is designed to protect credit cardholder data and ensure businesses handling payment information maintain secure environments. Compliance is essential for preventing data breaches, avoiding regulatory fines, and maintaining customer trust. Organizations processing, storing, or transmitting cardholder data must adhere to PCI DSS, regardless of whether they…
Continue ReadingApplication Security Guide for Startups, SMBs, and Growing Teams
Startups, small businesses (SMBs), and growing software development teams operate in fast-paced environments where security and compliance can be overlooked in favor of rapid development and allocating resources elsewhere. However, building application security and regulatory compliance into your software development practices from the start is critical to building customer and stakeholder trust, avoiding legal issues,…
Continue ReadingWhy Customization and Configuration Are Important in Application Security
Today’s technology depends on open source software to quickly innovate and release new functionality, exposing companies without Application Security (AppSec) to increased risk. AppSec is the practices and tools used to find, fix, and prevent software vulnerabilities that can cause breaches and legal action when software is used improperly. AppSec is particularly important given 98%…
Continue ReadingThe CTO’s Guide to Practical DevSecOps
CTOs know that in 2025, software security involves more than checking a box; it’s a set of practices, tools, and most importantly, a mindset that’s built into your software development process. Whether you’re leading dozens of software engineers, or have dozens of software engineering teams, the people you rely on most to protect your business…
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