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TORONTO, Sept. 22, 2022 /CNW/ – Cybeats Technologies Inc. (“Cybeats” or the “Company”) is pleased to comment on the memorandum (M-22-18) issued by the White House’s Office of Management and Budget on September 14, 2022 under President Biden’s May 2021 Cybersecurity Executive Order.
The memorandum, intended for the heads of executive departments and agencies, focuses on enhancing the security of the software supply chain through secure software development practices.1
The memo requires all federal agencies to complete a NIST-approved standardized self-attestation form before using any vendor’s or third-party software, including software renewals and major version changes. It also sets new deadlines for federal agencies with regards to their software inventory processes, communication and attestation processes, as well as organizational training needs. The memo further calls on the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the General Services Administration (GSA) to help develop a program plan for a government-wide central repository where software attestations and artifacts can be stored with mechanisms for information protection and sharing among federal agencies.
“By strengthening our software supply chain through secure software development practices, we are building on the Biden-Harris Administration’s efforts to modernize agency cybersecurity practices, including our federal zero trust strategy, improving our detection and response to threats, and our ability to quickly investigate and recover from cyberattacks,“2 stated the Federal CISO and Deputy National Cyber Director, Chris DeRusha.
“Following the recent rise of cyber-threats and an increased scrutiny of software supply chains, this memorandum comes at a crucial time for federal agencies and critical infrastructure departments” stated Yoav Raiter, CEO of Cybeats. “Cybeats applauds this memorandum and we will continue to put our efforts towards supporting the development of best practices for software supply chain intelligence and security.”
The full memorandum can be read here:
https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/M-22-18.pdf
The National Institute of Standards and Technology have released a Secure Software Development Framework (SSDF) on recommendations for mitigating the risk of software vulnerabilities. The SSDF Framework provides a core set of high-level secure software development practices that can be integrated into each SDLC implementation. The Framework highlights that “following these practices should help software producers reduce the number of vulnerabilities in released software, mitigate the potential impact of the exploitation of undetected or unaddressed vulnerabilities, and address the root causes of vulnerabilities to prevent future recurrences, and to foster communications with suppliers in acquisition processes and other management activities.“3
Cybeats SBOM Studio, already deployed commercially, helps companies to achieve compliance with the NIST SP 800-218 SSDF Framework as well as with U.S. and North American cybersecurity regulation at large.
SBOM Studio provides organizations with the capability to efficiently manage SBOM (Software Bill of Materials) and software vulnerabilities, and provides proactive mitigation of risks to their software supply chain. Key product features include robust software supply chain intelligence, universal SBOM document management and repository, continuous vulnerability, threat insights, precise risk management, software license infringement and utilization and SBOM exchange with regulatory authorities, customers and vendors.
Cybeats is a leading software supply chain intelligence technology provider, helping organizations manage risk, meet compliance and secure software from procurement, development through operation. Our platform provides customers with deep visibility and universal transparency into their software supply chain, as a result enables them to increase operational efficiencies and revenue. Cybeats.
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Except for statements of historic fact, this news release contains certain “forward-looking information” within the meaning of applicable securities law. Forward-looking information is frequently characterized by words such as “plan”, “expect”, “project”, “intend”, “believe”, “anticipate”, “estimate” and other similar words, or statements that certain events or conditions “may” or “will” occur. Forward-looking statements are based on the opinions and estimates at the date the statements are made, and are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual events or results to differ materially from those anticipated in the forward-looking statements including, but not limited to delays or uncertainties with regulatory approvals, including that of the CSE.
There are uncertainties inherent in forward-looking information, including factors beyond the Company’s control. There are no assurances that the commercialization plans for the technology described in this news release will come into effect on the terms or time frame described herein. The Company undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking information if circumstances or management’s estimates or opinions should change except as required by law. The reader is cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Under the parent company, Scryb Inc., company filings are available at sedar.com.
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1 https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/M-22-18.pdf
2 https://governmentciomedia.com/white-house-issues-new-memo-secure-supply-chain
3 https://csrc.nist.gov/publications/detail/sp/800-218/final
SOURCE Cybeats Technologies Inc.
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QUAKERTOWN, Pa.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Synergis Software, a global leader in engineering document management and workflow solutions, today announced a rebrand and new website in synchrony with major investments in product development and customer success. These initiatives will fast track the company’s delivery of superior products and services to their global customer base.
“We see so much opportunity to have a positive impact on the customers we serve, which is why we’re making major investments in the company,” states Scott Lamond, vice president of marketing at Synergis Software. “We want our brand to align with our mission of transforming the way our customers work— providing greater clarity, control, alignment, and harmony—so they can accelerate engineering projects, streamline operations, reduce risk, and lower costs.” Watch the rebrand video.
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“Adept manages billions of dollars of digital assets containing priceless Dow intellectual property, with thousands of users across several dozen global sites,” says Teresa Yang, Product Manager, Document Management, Dow Chemical.
Synergis is committed to accelerating the company’s growth and elevating the value delivered to customers with significant investments in their products.
“We’re tripling the size of our software development organization. By the end of 2022, our team will have grown by 218% in just two years,” explains Todd Cummings, vice president of research and development at Synergis. “The added positions include developers, QA staff, product managers, DevOps, SCRUM Masters, and User Experience professionals. Key leaderships roles are in place to help us refine the processes, tools, and methods we use to develop and deliver more value, faster.”
Synergis is investing substantially in the Adept platform, including the upcoming release of a new, integrated visualization solution for 2D and 3D engineering designs and other document types, along with major new feature enhancements and support for new versions of mainstream CAD systems. A new Cloud version of Adept is underway for customers who want to lower their IT costs and simplify deployment and upgrades.
“We’ll continue to build on Synergis Software’s legacy of extraordinary, love-based service and treating customers like family,” adds Lamond. Toward that end, Synergis is expanding its customer success team, developing an online “Adept Academy”, and launching three new services options, including:
Synergis Software’s focus and investments in service and support will help maintain their strong leadership position in the market, as validated in the rankings on the G2 software review site.
“We couldn’t have arrived at this moment without 30 years of thoughtful, collaborative, and visionary support from our customer community and the individuals who have shaped us,” added Lamond. “We’re grateful for their influence as we build our future together.”
About Synergis Software
Synergis Software is a global leader in document management and workflow solutions and is the creator of Synergis Adept software. Adept serves more than 120,000 users across dozens of industries providing fast, centralized access to design and business documents in a secure, collaborative environment. Adept Integrator connects enterprise applications so critical data and business processes can flow seamlessly across the entire IT infrastructure.
Named the customer service leader in the global engineering information management market by Frost & Sullivan and ranked in the Top 5 globally by Helpdesk International for three consecutive years, the company’s commitment to its customers is unwavering.
Founded in 1985, Synergis Technologies, LLC is headquartered in Bucks County, PA and is privately owned and funded. For more information, visit SynergisSoftware.com.
Scott Lamond
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Email: scott.lamond@synergis.com
Phone: 215-302-3006
Synergis Software, creator of Adept engineering document management software, announced a rebrand with major investments to accelerate growth.
Scott Lamond
Vice President of Marketing
Email: scott.lamond@synergis.com
Phone: 215-302-3006