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Mark Stevens
Contributing Writer, Corporate Technologies
Mark Stevens writes about managed IT, cybersecurity and technology operations for Corporate Technologies. He is the founder of The Syndicate and spent more than 25 years in marketing, sales and product development, including a decade at Atlas where he led the business through a 100x growth period. He works with the Corporate Technologies engineering team to turn day-to-day support and security work into practical guidance for small business owners. Technical claims in security and compliance articles are reviewed by a Corporate Technologies engineer before publication. Mark is based in Edina, Minnesota.
Articles by Mark
Managed Services
Managed IT Services in New Mexico for Charter Schools: FERPA Gaps That Put Student Data at Risk
Discover how New Mexico charter schools can close FERPA compliance gaps with managed IT services. Learn real risks, setup phases, and cost breakdowns.
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Compliance
Managed IT Services in Albuquerque for Medical Practices: Costs, SLAs, and Response Times Clinics Actually See
Explore Managed IT Services in Albuquerque for medical practices, real costs, response times, SLAs, and HIPAA-ready IT support clinics actually rely on.
Compliance
ITAR + NIST 800-171 for Maryland Manufacturers and Government Contractors
Stay compliant with ITAR and NIST 800-171 regulations in Maryland. Learn how manufacturers and government contractors can secure data and meet federal…
IT Solutions
Maryland Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA): What SMBs Must Do in 2026
Ensure PIPA compliance in Maryland for SMBs in 2026. Managed IT services offer data security, risk assessments, and timely audits to protect…
Compliance
HIPAA for Maryland Clinics: Baltimore Telehealth + Data Security Gaps
Discover common HIPAA and telehealth security gaps in Baltimore clinics and how managed IT services in Maryland help fix compliance and data…
Case Studies
IT Support for Nonprofits: How Managed Services Improve Efficiency and Reduce IT Burden
Explore how IT support for nonprofits can enhance efficiency and stabilize operations with managed IT services.
Security
Cybersecurity Insurance in Maryland: What Carriers Now Require from Your IT Infrastructure
Learn what cybersecurity insurance carriers require from Maryland businesses and how managed IT services help meet security controls, compliance, and audit expectations.
Coffee Break Reads
Why Kids Fix Tech Faster Than Adults
Kids often fix tech faster than adults because they explore without fear. Learn how curiosity, experimentation, and mindset make troubleshooting easier.
Compliance
Managed IT Services for Maryland Compliance in Healthcare, Legal, and Finance
Managed IT services in Maryland for healthcare, legal, and financial firms. Improve compliance, reduce downtime, and secure sensitive data.
Compliance
CMMC and Federal Contracting: Why Maryland Businesses Near D.C. Can’t Ignore Cybersecurity Maturity
CMMC compliance and managed IT services for Maryland contractors near D.C. Stay audit-ready, secure federal data, and protect contract eligibility.
IT Solutions
Why Carlsbad and North County Companies Outgrow Break/Fix IT Quickly
Know why Carlsbad and North County San Diego startups quickly outgrow break/fix IT and how managed IT services prevent downtime, security risks,…
Managed Services
How Chicago Healthcare & Dental Offices Handle HIPAA Audits
Learn how Chicago healthcare and dental offices prepare for HIPAA audits with managed IT services that improve security, compliance documentation, and downtime…
IT Solutions
Power Outages in Chicago: What SMBs Should Plan For
Learn how Chicago SMBs can prepare for power outages with managed IT services, backup planning, and fast recovery strategies to reduce downtime…
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