can all be addressed by adopting foundational cybersecurity practices that protect customer and employee data. At OCD Tech, our approach is rooted in the Center for Internet Security (CIS) Controls — a set of prioritized actions developed by experts to reduce risk. We help dealerships build risk-based, evolving information security programs that align with legal requirements but are also practical and scalable. That means no wasted effort — just smart, defensible security strategies. CONCLUSION: FOCUS ON RISK, NOT RHETORIC Dealers don’t need to obsess over political cycles to make smart decisions about cybersecurity. Enforcement data shows that FTC action has remained steady, regardless of administration. More importantly, the risk landscape — ransomware, litigation, state laws — is growing more complex. Rather than guessing what Washington, D.C. will do next, the safer bet is to treat compliance as a business risk, not a regulatory checkbox. The FTC Safeguards Rule isn’t just about rules — it’s about protecting your dealership, your customers and your employees from real and growing threats. To learn more about OCD TECH — SecurePath, please visit securepath.ocd-tech.com or email Robbie Harriman at rharriman@ocd-tech.com. Robbie is Director, Advisory Services at OCD Tech. Robbie joined the firm in May of 2016. Prior to working at OCD Tech, Robbie worked in IT for other companies, including the heavily regulated casino industry. He currently oversees OCD Tech’s Advisory services, which include security assessments as well as government compliance services, including DFARS, NIST and CMMC for organizations in the Defense Industrial Base. Robbie has a diverse range of experience in the IT field, with a deep background in IT systems administration and control areas. Robbie presents regularly at events and contributes to security-related publications. Dealers don’t need to obsess over political cycles to make smart decisions about cybersecurity. 24
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