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Acceptable Use Policies: The Whys, Whats, and Whatnots

Why it's important to have an AUP in place, how it protects you, and how to make one.

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Acceptable Use Policy: The Whys, Whats, and Whatnots

Why it's important to have an AUP in place, how it protects you, and how to make one.

SHOW NOTES:

An Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) defines how your employees are to use the corporate network and associated technology; what they can and can't do.

00:28 Why is it important to have an AUP in place?

01:19 What can potentially happen if you don't have one?

02: 04 What's in an AUP?

03:45 What kind of policies do you recommend?

06:12 What fallout have you seen that came from not having an AUP in place?

07:50 How Do You Make One?

• Sample AUPs are available on the internet to use as a starting point.
• Ask others in your industry what they use, where they got it, or how they designed it.
• Hire a professional to assist; look for an experienced MSP who includes AUPs in their services

08:32 Any other problems an AUP solves?

09:52 Where do you post an AUP so it's accessible to your employees?

10:59 How imperative is it to make one now and not put it off?

Additional Notes:

General Sections in an AUP Can Include:

• An overall purpose statement: an overview of the reason for the AUP and key takeaways.
• Definitions: Make sure any confusing terms are clearly defined, and explain any lingo that may be unique to your industry or your company.
• Scope: To whom and to what situations does the policy apply?
• Policies: This covers use, access, behavior, and general company policies for each section.
  • Passwords, sharing of passwords, acceptable use of network, authorized use of voice mailbox, premises, personal devices while at work, etc.
• Personal Use: Are employees allowed to use the network or devices for any personal use; if so, how and when
• Enforcement: What happens if a policy is violated. Be very clear about the steps that are to be taken, including sanctions or termination of employment.

Your hosts: Rex Nance and Penny O'Halloran of East Atlantic Security, LLC @https://EastAtlanticSecurity.com/

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