Understanding NIST password guidelines
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is changing how businesses approach password security. Learn how updated guidelines, focused on length, usability, and layered protection, can help safeguard accounts without introducing unnecessary complexity. Why should your business listen to NIST? NIST is a US government agency that sets cybersecurity standards. Although originally created for […]
Is your wealth management tech stack holding you back? Here are 6 signs it can’t scale
As your company pursues growth, a fragmented wealth management tech stack can severely limit your success. A poorly integrated setup forces your financial professionals to waste time troubleshooting tech issues instead of delivering excellent client service. When software glitches and disjointed tools become the norm, your team loses efficiency and your firm’s competitive market position […]
Too many passwords? Here’s how single sign-on simplifies security
Password overload isn’t just frustrating; it’s risky. Discover how single sign-on (SSO) simplifies access to multiple applications, reduces security gaps, and gives IT teams better control over user access. The case for using SSO Most employees are drowning in passwords. Email, project management tools, HR portals, cloud storage, accounting platforms — the list keeps growing. When people […]
Hourly billing vs. fixed-price IT support: What’s right for your RIA?
When deciding how to pay for essential IT services, registered investment advisors typically choose between hourly billing and fixed-price IT support. Evaluating the advantages and disadvantages of both methods will help you choose the most secure, reliable, and cost-effective solution for your growing wealth management firm. At a glance: What RIAs need to know about […]
5 Effective phishing simulation examples for RIAs
Registered investment advisors manage private client data, making your wealth management firm a prime target for cybercriminals. Even with strong security defenses in place, hackers can still bypass them with cunning phishing scams that can catch anyone off guard. Running tests with realistic scenarios helps you expose these hidden weak spots long before an actual […]
5 Hidden IT compliance risks in everyday advisor workflows
Registered investment advisors (RIAs) operate under a paradox where the tools that make client service fastest are often the ones that make compliance officers lose sleep. You likely face daily pressure to respond instantly to market moves or client questions, leading to shadow IT habits that bypass firm security controls. While sending a quick text […]
Your tech stack is more than just your CRM: How Microsoft 365 impacts the client experience
Most registered investment advisors (RIAs) define client experience by the quality of their advice, the depth of their quarterly review meetings, or the strength of their personal relationships. While those elements remain vital, the operational interactions happening in between meetings now carry equal weight in building or breaking trust. Every time a client waits for […]
AI in wealth management: Where RIAs can lean in and where to step back
Everywhere registered investment advisors (RIAs) turn, someone is touting the wonders of AI. Tech vendors promise it will fix your workflows. Marketing gurus claim it will write your emails. Headlines suggest it might even pick stocks better than a human. For most industries, moving fast with new tech is fine. If a retailer’s AI makes […]
How RIAs can reduce operational risk by cleaning up digital sprawl
You know the feeling: a new employee starts, and you spend half a day figuring out which five login credentials they need. Or worse, an employee leaves, and three months later you realize they still have access to a niche marketing tool because no one remembered to remove them. This is the reality for many […]