In today’s uncertain economy, dealership executives are under pressure to reduce costs wherever possible. One of the smartest ways to get more favorable cyber insurance terms & premiums is with stronger cybersecurity—a strategy that’s gaining momentum across the auto retail industry. As cyber liability insurance premiums rise in response to growing threats, underwriters are rewarding … Read more
Let’s play out a scenario. It’s 8:15 AM on a Monday. You’re sipping your coffee, prepping for another day of selling cars, when your IT guy strolls in, tosses his badge on your desk, and says, “I’m out. Just won the lottery!” Congratulations to him. Condolences to you. Because whether he’s heading to Bora Bora … Read more
A comprehensive information security program encompasses policies, procedures, and technologies designed to protect data and systems. It ensures confidentiality, integrity, and availability through risk management, access controls, and incident response. More than just an IT initiative, it’s a business imperative that safeguards your dealership’s reputation, compliance, and bottom line. Key Components of a Comprehensive Information … Read more
As a dealership, you’re no stranger to the growing demands of regulatory compliance, especially with the FTC Safeguards Rule in full effect. But here’s a misconception that’s becoming all too common: Does compliance software make you compliant? Unfortunately, the answer is no. Think of it like this: Buying a shiny new set of tools doesn’t … Read more
As a dealer, your primary focus is selling and servicing cars and trucks. However, to succeed, you must also defend your dealership against a variety of threats — including the growing SaaS security risks that businesses face. In today’s world, it’s crucial to recognize that your operations are increasingly dependent on cloud-based services. While this … Read more
Your dealership depends on technology—it’s the backbone of everything you do. From managing customer data to driving sales and service operations, your dealership’s tech infrastructure keeps the wheels turning. So why do so many seem to undervalue dealership IT and cybersecurity? Here’s the tough truth: most dealerships don’t have the right resources to handle IT … Read more
If you’ve ever heard the saying, “With great power comes great responsibility,” it sums up the essence of Privileged Access Management (PAM). PAM is like a smart security guard for your dealership’s most sensitive systems. It ensures that only authorized individuals—and sometimes machines—can access critical resources, and only when necessary. Dealerships must take PAM seriously! … Read more
The shift to remote work isn’t a passing trend—it’s the new normal. And as more dealership employees work outside the traditional office environment, they’ll need to access critical dealership data and systems from home or on the go. But with this flexibility comes responsibility, and it falls on dealership management to set clear guidelines for … Read more
The reputation of a dealership can be shattered in an instant. Cybersecurity incidents aren’t just technical problems—they’re ticking time bombs that can destroy a dealership’s hard-earned trust and goodwill with customers. Imagine your dealership’s name plastered across headlines, not for record sales, but for a data breach. Now, try to sell a car to a … Read more