Tip: In Ontario and Alberta, 44% of people do an annual review of their insurance – and it’s 62% in Quebec! We recommend you do the same before shopping around, so you fully understand what you should be comparing in your quotes.
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To stay secure, firms must adopt comprehensive strategies that cover software, staff training, authentication, vendor management, and data protection. While cybersecurity safeguards might not always be top of mind for accountants, they could significantly impact your reputation. Here are six tips to help accountants stay alert against the threat of cyberattacks.
Cybersecurity threats now include phishing, ransomware and AI-driven social engineering. Accounting firms handle highly sensitive financial data, making them prime targets for cyberattacks. Despite beliefs that small firms aren’t at risk, hackers often target them because their client information may not be as secure.
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Regularly update accounting software and security patches
Changing your auto policy can be stressful if you don’t know where to start. Here’s a quick and easy step-by-step on how to do it:
1. Compare auto insurance quotes. Did you know that the average Canadian researches an average of 3 different providers when buying or renewing their auto insurance? Shop around to see who offers the best coverage and customer service at a better rate. You can do it the traditional way by making phone calls or quote directly via the provider’s website. Compare apples to apples to make sure you’re matching coverage, limits and deductibles to your current policy. You never know – some providers may even offer exclusive discounts (like Alumni Insurance) your current provider doesn’t!
2. Research the companies you’re interested in. Sure, the price might be right – but what about reputation? Read customer service reviews and pay attention to the claims experience. If an accident happens, you don’t want a company that’s difficult to deal with when it comes to handling a claim.
3. Be sure the quote is accurate. In this step, your job is to provide detailed, accurate, up-to-date information about you, your car, and your claims and driving history. Some online providers (usually direct insurance writers, like Sonnet) offer accurately priced quotes instantly. Others give only a ballpark figure and require you to call in to provide more info.
4. Tell your current insurer. Once you’ve done your homework and found something that works for you, it’s your responsibility to proactively cancel your current policy. If you don’t, you’ll continue to be billed – and if you don’t make those payments, your credit score could take a hit. Make sure your new policy is set up and paid for before scheduling the cancellation. You might also need to provide a written request, so be prepared to do a bit of paperwork.
5. Inform your leasing or financing company. Since they have a financial stake in your policy, you’ll have to contact your lessor or financing company to let them know you’re switching your insurance. Remember to list them as an additional interest on your new policy as well. Your lender could also need you to have a certain amount of coverage (collision and comprehensive, typically) so make sure you’re meeting their requirements.
6. Get your new pink slips. Don’t forget to put your new pink slips in your glove compartment! Drivers in Ontario, Alberta, Nova Scotia and Newfoundland and Labrador now also have the option to use electronic proof of auto insurance (or EPAI). Still, it’s best to keep a paper copy in your car at all times.
Be aware of the latest threats
Cybersecurity awareness is the knowledge and understanding of potential online threats—like phishing, malware, and social engineering—and the proactive measures taken to secure data. It empowers individuals to recognize risks and adopt safe practices, such as using strong, unique passwords, activating multi-factor authentication (MFA), and avoiding suspicious links.
Updating your software might seem less important during the crunch of tax season, but it could leave you vulnerable. Instead of doing manual updates, enable automatic updates on your applications whenever possible. This makes sure you get security patches right away without having to update manually. Also, it’s important to monitor vendor announcements for critical security updates. Some patches require immediate attention due to severe security risks.
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- Research the companies you’re interested in. Sure, the price might be right – but what about reputation? Read customer service reviews and pay attention to the claims experience. If an accident happens, you don’t want a company that’s difficult to deal with when it comes to handling a claim.
- Be sure the quote is accurate. In this step, your job is to provide detailed, accurate, up-to-date information about you, your car, and your claims and driving history. Some online providers (usually direct insurance writers, like Sonnet) offer accurately priced quotes instantly. Others give only a ballpark figure and require you to call in to provide more info.
- Tell your current insurer. Once you’ve done your homework and found something that works for you, it’s your responsibility to proactively cancel your current policy. If you don’t, you’ll continue to be billed – and if you don’t make those payments, your credit score could take a hit. Make sure your new policy is set up and paid for before scheduling the cancellation. You might also need to provide a written request, so be prepared to do a bit of paperwork.
- Inform your leasing or financing company. Since they have a financial stake in your policy, you’ll have to contact your lessor or financing company to let them know you’re switching your insurance. Remember to list them as an additional interest on your new policy as well. Your lender could also need you to have a certain amount of coverage (collision and comprehensive, typically) so make sure you’re meeting their requirements.
- Get your new pink slips. Don’t forget to put your new pink slips in your glove compartment! Drivers in Ontario, Alberta, Nova Scotia and Newfoundland and Labrador now also have the option to use electronic proof of auto insurance (or EPAI). Still, it’s best to keep a paper copy in your car at all times.
Updating your software might seem less important during the crunch of tax season, but it could leave you vulnerable. Instead of doing manual updates, enable automatic updates on your applications whenever possible. This makes sure you get security patches right away without having to update manually. Also, it’s important to monitor vendor announcements for critical security updates. Some patches require immediate attention due to severe security risks.
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Updating your software might seem less important during the crunch of tax season, but it could leave you vulnerable. Instead of doing manual updates, enable automatic updates on your applications whenever possible. This makes sure you get security patches right away without having to update manually. Also, it’s important to monitor vendor announcements for critical security updates. Some patches require immediate attention due to severe security risks.
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Updating your software might seem less important during the crunch of tax season, but it could leave you vulnerable. Instead of doing manual updates, enable automatic updates on your applications whenever possible. This makes sure you get security patches right away without having to update manually. Also, it’s important to monitor vendor announcements for critical security updates. Some patches require immediate attention due to severe security risks.
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Updating your software might seem less important during the crunch of tax season, but it could leave you vulnerable. Instead of doing manual updates, enable automatic updates on your applications whenever possible. This makes sure you get security patches right away without having to update manually. Also, it’s important to monitor vendor announcements for critical security updates. Some patches require immediate attention due to severe security risks.
Updating your software might seem less important during the crunch of tax season, but it could leave you vulnerable. Instead of doing manual updates, enable automatic updates on your applications whenever possible. This makes sure you get security patches right away without having to update manually. Also, it’s important to monitor vendor announcements for critical security updates. Some patches require immediate attention due to severe security risks.
If you’re a Sonnet customer and you’re planning a move, you can update your insurance online in a few easy steps – even if you’re moving out of province! If you have any questions, our customer service reps are more than happy to help.
At the end of the day, the most important thing when it comes to switching car insurance is making sure you’re fully protected.
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