Making Compliance Simple for MSPs (EP 879)

Are you tired of customers dreading compliance and security talk? In this episode, I chat with Jared Casner of Blacksmith InfoSec, who’s making compliance accessible for every MSP and SMB. Discover their “paint-by-numbers” approach to policy management, seamless ConnectWise integrations, and how their flexible platform creates new revenue streams for tech pros. Holistic security isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a philosophy, and Blacksmith InfoSec is putting it into action. Hear the backstory of how two founders shifted from startup IT challenges to channel-first solutions built just for MSPs. We dig deep into white-label options, risk management frameworks, and the value of real community feedback. You’ll leave with new strategies, and maybe even a pen recommendation, too.Why Listen:Learn about “compliance as a service” for MSPsDiscover practical MSP-friendly integrations (like ConnectWise)See how holistic security benefits client businessesHear candid industry lessons, mistakes, and winsFind out the financial perks for early MSP adoptersGet tips to co-manage compliance with clientsUnderstand why feedback-driven development mattersGuest: Jared CasnerCo-founder and compliance innovator at Blacksmith InfoSec, with 15 years in Silicon Valley and a passion for making cybersecurity accessible for businesses of every size.Website: https://www.blacksmithinfosec.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredcasner/=== SPONSORSLivestream Partner, ThreatLocker: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/threatlockerLegacy Partner, NetAlly: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/netally/Internet Provider, Rythmz: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/rythmzProduction Gear Partner, Liongard: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/liongardTravel Partner: Bvoip: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/bvoipTravel Partner: TruGrid: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/trugridDigital Partner, Designer Ready: http://itbusinesspodcast.com/designerready=== MUSIC Item Title: Upbeat & Fun Sports Rock LogoItem URL: https://elements.envato.com/upbeat-fun-sports-rock-logo-CSR3UETAuthor Username: AlexanderRufireItem License Code: 7X9F52DNML === Connect with Uncle Marv🌐 Website: https://www.itbusinesspodcast.com/🎙 Host: Marvin Bee🛒 Uncle Marv’s Amazon Store (gear & tools I recommend): https://amzn.to/3EiyKoZ☕ Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/itbusinesspodcastIf you found value in this episode, share it with another MSP, IT provider, or tech entrepreneur. Your support helps keep practical, no-nonsense IT business conversations coming every week.