The IRS WISP. What Is a WISP?

Описание: In this Blue Learning episode, Mike breaks down what a WISP is, why every tax preparer and small business needs one, and how these behind-the-scenes systems keep your client data safe. Learn the essential elements of a WISP, from risk assessment and hardware inventories to encryption, employee training, and incident response.

What you’ll learn:

The real-world risks your business faces without a WISP

Key components every WISP should include

How invisible technologies like encryption and multifactor authentication protect your practice

Practical steps to build or update your own WISP for IRS and FTC compliance

Whether you’re in Jurupa Valley, Riverside County, or beyond, understanding WISPs is crucial for business resilience in today’s digital world.

Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction
01:15 – What is a WISP?
03:30 – Why WISPs matter for tax pros and small businesses
06:00 – Core components of a WISP
09:45 – Real-life examples and local impacts
12:30 – How to get started with your own WISP

Resources & Links:

IRS Publication 5708: Written Information Security Plan Guidelines

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