In many cases – we have to consider website compliance as part of any overall security plan.  The needs change depending on what industry the site exists in.  When creating or mainting a website, we can work with our clients to ensure the site meets any underwriting or compliance needs as required by your industry – whether its medical, financial, insurance, legal, etc.  There are some specific areas that require specialized compliance that we are already well-versed in:

• Medical – We have built and managed numerous websites and web applications that serve the medical community.  As such, we are well-versed in HIPAA guidelines as they relate to data storage, transfer, and patient engagement through your website.  While it may seem easy enough to turn an intake form into an online form – there are lots of things to consider to make sure your website doesn’t jeopardize your compliance status.  
• PCI / eCommerce – If you sell items online, even if it’s just a few, you are still responsible for meeting PCI-DSS requirements.  These involve three areas specifically.  First – your site must employ a base-level of security that meets PCI-DSS guidelines.  This is primarily concerned with SSL and encryption.  Second – your site must demonstrate compliance in how electronic transactions are processed.  Lastly – your site has to show compliance in how and what customer information is stored.  We have implemented these guidelines across many eCommerce projects, and can help our customers decipher and implement these rules and regulations.  
• Financial – When developing a website for a company that provides financial services, whether it be banking or financial advisement, we will make sure your site meets all requirements.  Once we know the specific nature of the site, we can take known guidelines, and any specific guidelines and incorporate those standards into your content-development or maintenance plan.  
• ADA – Is your website or web application ADA compliant?  Not every client is as concerned about ADA compliance – but there are varying degrees.  A small brochure website doesn’t have as much to worry about typically.  However, the more visible your brand is, or if your product / service is more likely to be exposed to users requiring assistive technology, ADA compliance can be a key factor in ensuring your site is easy to use for your client-base.  Also – there are still instances where websites find themselves the target of an ADA legal complaint, and require assistance in either remediating their online presence to meet guidelines, or providing documentation of ADA compliance practices.  We have experience in all of these instances and help our clients get ahead of these issues in the quickest manner possible.

Don’t wait for something bad to happen.  Contact us today to make sure your current or future website is not only secure, but compliant with any relavent industry regulations.