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HVAC Contractors Look More Closely at Insurance as Costs Rise

Few business owners check their coverage on a regular basis

Ted Craig

May 20, 2022

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Insurance is an unavoidable expense, but there are steps business owners can take to reduce these costs.

Ransomware is Rampant: Is Your HVAC Business Safe?

While a host of protective measures can limit the risk, outsourcing to an expert third party cybersecurity firm might be the safest option

Eric Brackett

November 25, 2021

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With ransomware attacks on high profile businesses like Colonial Pipeline and JBS Foods in the headlines, HVAC businesses are increasingly asking, “Are we next?”

Johnson Controls Product Earns World's First ISASecure® Component Security Assurance Certification

As cybersecurity threats continue to rise, the ISASecure cybersecurity program has taken a step into the smart buildings space

November 15, 2021

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The ISASecure Program announced that Johnson Controls has earned the world’s first ISASecure CSA certification for its smart buildings products with YORK® YK and YZ centrifugal chillers.

Ransomware is Rampant: Is Your HVAC Business Safe?

HVAC contractors should consider outsourcing cybersecurity to a third-party firm

September 26, 2021

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While a host of protective measures can limit the risk, outsourcing to a third-party cybersecurity firm may be the safest option.

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HVAC Industry Needs to Prevent Ransomware from Entering Systems

It takes an industry-wide effort to stay ahead of hackers

Ted Craig

August 25, 2021

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HVAC engineers and contractors need to become more aware of cybersecurity, and top management needs to support these efforts as well.

States Take Up Privacy Laws to Protect Consumer Data

HVAC contractors need to keep up with developments in their markets

Ted Craig

May 5, 2021

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States across the nation are considering laws to protect consumer data, and contractors should pay attention.

Security and the Smart Thermostat: Prepare for Customer Questions

Contractors can enhance their relationships while keeping the hack out of HVAC

Robert Beverly

May 3, 2021

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The path to temperature control through smart thermostat technology is more involved than many customers realize.

Heightened Spam Protection Makes Following Best Practices More Important

HVAC contractors need to avoid appearing as a bad actor

Ted Craig

December 13, 2020

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Concerns over privacy and cybersecurity increased this year, causing email service providers to make filters stricter.

Distracted Driving Is a Risk That Technology Poses To HVAC Contractors

ACCA speakers promote safety on the road, online

Ted Craig

November 11, 2020

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Technology creates numerous improvements and efficiencies for HVAC contractors, but also safety risks.

Johnson Controls Earns ISASecure Secure Development Lifecycle Assurance Certification

Certification provides assurance that Johnson Controls adheres to ISASecure development lifecycle requirements

August 25, 2020

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This certification provides customers with assurance that Johnson Controls building technologies are developed in accordance with cybersecurity standards.