the SPARK Blog

Winning At Waste Exchange

Two years ago, I walked into upper management's office, with all the courage I had, and asked if I could run with a crazy idea. I found an online community called the United States Materials Marketplace that helps companies identify opportunities to minimize waste. The initiative would require less than...

Ensuring Your Data is Protected, Anywhere!

When we meet with our clients, we like to assess their processes. The first question we ask is, "How are you protecting yourself against a data breach?" The answer usually has a lot of different approaches, but my team and I continually focus on improving the protection of our clients'...

Spring Time, Cleanup Time

Spring time. It is the time of year for new beginnings and new life. Grass begins to green, trees and flowers begin to bloom, and after months of cold wintery weather, we're able to enjoy the warmth and sunshine outdoors. This change in seasons also tends to bring "spring cleaning."...

Data Security Needs, Complexities And Penalties Are Rising

The need to manage mobile data security is increasing, and so are the complexities, penalties, and damages from failing to address this critical area. The following statistics highlight the growing need for data security in mobility:According to the 2017 Security Global Report from Trustwave, 65% of IT professionals felt pressure...