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title: "EMPIST Tech Talk Weekly Newsletter: Monday, March 9, 2020 - EMPIST®"
description: It’s that time again! Time for the EMPIST Tech Newsletter. Let’s go over what’s new in tech, digital marketing, and much more.
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#### EMPIST Tech Newsletter  

**Tech Talk News **

It’s that time again! Time for the EMPIST Tech Newsletter. Let’s go over what’s new in tech, digital marketing, and much more.  

#### The EMPIST Tech Newsletter Update 

Visser is a parts manufacturer for big-name companies like SpaceX and Tesla. Unfortunately, the company recently announced the confirmation of a data breach. Visser came out with a statement that they were, “the recent target of a criminal cybersecurity incident, including access to or theft of data.” Though it hasn’t been confirmed the exact cause of the breach, sources are speculating that it was a ransomware attack.[Read the full story \>\>](https://techcrunch.com/2020/03/01/visser-breach/) 

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**The HIPAA Compliance Checklist  **

What Is HIPAA Compliance?   

Before we dive into the HIPAA compliance checklist, let’s make sure we cover our bases with a clear definition of what HIPAA compliance is. HIPAA compliance is a US law set in place to safeguard patient healthcare information. Technology plays a major role in HIPAA compliance, as hardware and software are used to keep all the digital patient data secure. [Read the blog \>\>](https://empist.com/the-hipaa-compliance-checklist/)  

#### The EMPIST Tech Newsletter Tip 

**From the EMPIST Help Desk** 

Want an easy way to lock your computer when you are getting up from your desk at work? Clicking Windows + L will lock your computer right away. On a macOS, use the following keys: Cmd + Option + Power. The latest version of Sierra locks your system by entering Cmd + Ctrl + Q. 

####  The EMPIST Tech Newsletter Trivia 

**Question:The first known human artifact to achieve sub-orbital spaceflight was known as what? ** 

#### The EMPIST Tech Newsletter Marketing Spotlight 

Are you a fan of grocery delivery services? Walmart has announced the rebranding of its unlimited grocery delivery program. To distinguish themselves from Amazon, Walmart will be launching Walmart+, a new membership program. Sources say Walmart+ members could even receive perks on fuel, prescriptions, mobile checkout features, and more. [Read the full story \>\>  ](https://www.marketingdive.com/news/walmart-confirms-creation-of-walmart/573228/)

#### Coffee with Kampas  

**Episode 20: What Is Customer Experience?  **

On this episode of Coffee with Kampas, EMPIST’s Founder & CEO John Kampas will be discussing the value of customer experience and what you can do to improve it for your business. A well-executed customer experience strategy will maximize your customer lifetime value and improve customer satisfaction, so having a good grasp of it is essential. [Watch now \>\> ](https://empist.com/coffee-with-kampas-episode-20-what-is-customer-experience/)

***Trivia Answer:The V-2 Rocket * **

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