Privacy Policy

New Massachusetts laws, Rules 17.03 and 17.04 (collectively known as Rule 17), require certain information to be encrypted or stored in a secure location. Rule 17 went into effect on March 1, 2010.

Rule 17 is relevant if you do business in Massachusetts and maintain the following records containing a first and last name or first initial and last name with:

• A Social Security number
• A driver's license or state identification number
• A financial account number or credit/debit card number

Accounting Management Solutions, Inc. (AMS) has partnered with a team of experienced security and IT specialists to provide our clients with a Rule 17 Audit. This comprehensive written report will provide:

• Education for the organization on the new Rule 17
• Identification of the organization’s areas of risk and liability
• A clear remediation plan, including creation of policies, staff training
• A written (required by law) IT and physical security program

Contact Leigh Tucker if you are interested in learning more about the new privacy requirements or what to do if you missed the deadline.