Step-by-Step: Establishing a BAA with Google for HIPAA
Summary: To use Google Workspace with Protected Health Information (PHI), you must enter into a Business Associate Agreement (BAA) with Google. As of 2026, this process is handled digitally within the Google Admin Console. However, a signed BAA is only the first step;...
Is OneDrive HIPAA Compliant? Your Guide to Secure File Storage
At a Glance: OneDrive & HIPAA Compliance Is it compliant? Not by default. OneDrive requires an Enterprise-level subscription, a signed Business Associate Agreement (BAA), and specific security configurations to meet U.S. federal standards. 3 Key Requirements: Legal:...
The Shield of System Hardening: Why Your ePHI Needs a Defense-in-Depth Strategy
In the modern cybersecurity landscape, a simple firewall is no longer a sufficient barrier against sophisticated threats. As highlighted in the January 2026 OCR Cybersecurity Newsletter, system hardening has become an essential process for shrinking your “attack...