For Small Business
A starter security kit for Augusta small businesses
Practical, no-cost steps that meaningfully reduce risk — designed for owners without a dedicated IT team.
Account security basics
- Enable multi-factor authentication on email, banking, and payroll accounts.
- Use a password manager for shared business accounts instead of a shared spreadsheet.
- Remove access promptly when an employee leaves.
Payment fraud prevention
- Require phone verification (using a known number) for any change to vendor bank details.
- Use dual approval for wire transfers above a set threshold.
- Train staff to recognize invoice fraud and urgent "CEO" requests.
Staff awareness
- Share our Learn guides with new hires during onboarding.
- Run a quick tabletop discussion: "what would we do if we got this email?"
- Encourage a no-blame culture for reporting suspected phishing.
Not a compliance checklist
This kit covers common-sense practices, not a certification or regulatory compliance program (e.g. PCI-DSS, HIPAA). Talk to a qualified professional for compliance-specific requirements.
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