IT Services for Auto Dealerships

The FTC Safeguards Rule requires auto dealerships to implement comprehensive security programs to protect customer financial information. This includes risk assessments, access controls, encryption, employee training, incident response plans, and regular penetration testing. Non-compliance can result in significant penalties.

Yes. Auto dealerships that handle customer financing are considered 'financial institutions' under the rule and must comply. This applies to virtually all dealerships, including independent used car dealers. The rule has been updated with stricter requirements as of 2023.

We provide comprehensive Safeguards Rule compliance services including risk assessments, security implementation, employee training, penetration testing, and ongoing monitoring. We can serve as your Qualified Individual or help your designated person meet the requirements.

We support the IT infrastructure that runs your DMS, including servers, networking, and security. For DMS-specific application issues, we coordinate with your DMS vendor (CDK, Reynolds, Dealertrack, etc.) to ensure fast resolution.

The Safeguards Rule requires you to designate a Qualified Individual responsible for overseeing your information security program. This can be an employee or an outsourced service provider. We can serve in this role or help train your designated person.