Security Best Practices for Small Business Apps

Small businesses are increasingly targeted by cyber attacks. Choosing secure productivity apps is crucial for protecting your data and reputation.

Essential Security Features

Authentication & Access Control

• **Multi-factor authentication (MFA)**
• **Role-based access control**
• **Single sign-on (SSO) integration**
• **Regular access reviews**

Data Protection

• **End-to-end encryption**
• **Encrypted data at rest**
• **Secure data transmission**
• **Regular security audits**

Compliance Considerations

Ensure your apps meet relevant standards:

• **SOC 2 Type II compliance**
• **GDPR compliance** (for EU data)
• **HIPAA compliance** (for healthcare data)
• **Industry-specific requirements**

Vetting New Applications

Security Checklist:

• [ ] Review security certifications
• [ ] Check data residency requirements
• [ ] Understand data retention policies
• [ ] Evaluate incident response procedures
• [ ] Test backup and recovery processes

Red Flags to Avoid:

• No clear security documentation
• Lack of compliance certifications
• Poor password policies
• No data encryption
• Limited audit trails

Bissy Apps Security Commitment

All Bissy Apps products are built with security as a foundation:

• Enterprise-grade encryption
• Regular security audits
• Compliance with industry standards
• Transparent security practices

Your data security is our priority. We believe productivity and security go hand in hand.