Cybersecurity

A Need to Know: New Cybersecurity Requirements for Defense Contractors

by Lori Ann Lange | Dec 31, 2020
Cybersecurity | Legal and Regulatory

DoD has expanded cybersecurity requirements for defense contractors and subcontractors, which includes construction contractors working on DoD projects.

Benefits of Blockchain for the Construction Industry

by Emily Folk | Dec 4, 2020
BIM | Cybersecurity | Data Analytics | Technology

Blockchain digital ledger technology can establish trust across multiple, unrelated third parties and provide a document that everyone involved in a construction process can draw from and rely on.

Why It’s Critical to Have a Sound Cybersecurity Strategy

by Mike Dooley | Nov 6, 2020
Cybersecurity | Risk Management | Technology

Contractors should take steps to ensure consistent data security practices and protection against ransomware, phishing and wire transfer scams. Here’s how.

Beyond General Liability Insurance: Other Liability Exposures to Be Aware Of

by Jeffrey Cavignac | Oct 25, 2020
Cybersecurity | Insurance | Risk | Risk Management

While most contractors carry commercial general liability insurance, there are other liability exposures that construction companies should evaluate and consider.

The Rise of Cybersecurity Risk in the Construction Industry

by David Friedenberg | Sep 27, 2020
Cybersecurity | Risk Management | Safety

Ransomware attacks can lead to loss of confidential data and intellectual property and result in workforce injuries and property damage if autonomous equipment is hacked.

Grappling With Viruses on Multiple Fronts: Ongoing Cyber Risk Management in the Age of COVID-19

by Richard Volack | Sep 19, 2020
Cybersecurity | Insurance | Technology | Wellness

There are two viruses contractors must battle: COVID-19 and computer viruses. Here are tips to combat both.

Data Security for Owners and Contractors: Protect Construction Investments From Catastrophic Loss

As project owners and general contractors increasingly rely on cloud data storage, email and file sharing platforms, cyber insurance is the just the first step to protect against the risk of catastrophic data loss.

Best Practices for Data Privacy and Cybersecurity in a Virtual Construction Work Environment

by Frederick D. Cruz, Jane Davidson | May 20, 2020
Cybersecurity | Risk | Risk Management | Technology

The transition to remote work requires contractors to be aware of creative phishing attempts, potential data breaches, vulnerability to ransomware and malware, in addition to privacy threats.

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A Need to Know: New Cybersecurity Requirements for Defense Contractors

Benefits of Blockchain for the Construction Industry

Why It’s Critical to Have a Sound Cybersecurity Strategy

Beyond General Liability Insurance: Other Liability Exposures to Be Aware Of

The Rise of Cybersecurity Risk in the Construction Industry

Grappling With Viruses on Multiple Fronts: Ongoing Cyber Risk Management in the Age of COVID-19

Data Security for Owners and Contractors: Protect Construction Investments From Catastrophic Loss

Best Practices for Data Privacy and Cybersecurity in a Virtual Construction Work Environment

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