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Appalachia Technologies team is comprised of a diverse mix of IT professionals, some of whom have been on the forefront of IT since the industry’s inception. Through the years, our team has developed a wide array of experience in understanding individual needs and how they relate to your business.

Yoel speaking resizedOver the course of his career, Yoel Alvarez has worked in various areas in Cybersecurity and Compliance for large, medium, and small companies, leveraging frameworks including NIST, ISO, HIPPA, SOX, SOC, GDPR, and PCI DSS.

Yoel's expertise lies in his ability to effectively translate complex cybersecurity concepts into practical strategies that are aligned with the goals of the business. He is recognized for his exceptional ability to build collaborative relationships with stakeholders, foster a security-conscious culture within organizations, and provide cybersecurity awareness to stakeholders at all levels. Yoel's professionalism, extensive experience, and commitment to excellence make him a trusted advisor in the cybersecurity space.

PCI DSS Compliance Without Crushing Your Budget

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Achieving PCI DSS compliance can seem daunting, especially for teams with limited resources. Here are three critical PCI DSS questions and practical, low-cost solutions to help you stay secure without breaking the bank.

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APPALACHIA IN THE NEWS: Appalachia Technologies Cited in Case Study to Improve Efficiencies and Service Delivery   Improve and Evolve - this is one of the five Core Values of Appalachia Technologies and one we believe helps us to stay at the forefront of our industry.  Our Technical Assistance Center (TAC), while performing well and delivering quality service, was being challenged by processes for documentation that were manual and outdated.  Not satisfied with the current way of doing this, Chris Swecker, Manager of TAC, began to explore IT Glue.  IT Glue centralizes information, allowing for efficiencies in response time, accuracy, and client satisfaction.  As he explains, "IT Glue became our source of truth."  Chris and his team built on the success by incorporating additional tools to assist with password rotation and a client-side tool for password management and shared documentation.  

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