MVP Network Consulting continues to support responsible AI adoption through active community involvement. Our CEO, Ikram Massabini, participated in the BusinessFirst Table of AI Experts and also partnered with OneGroup Insurance and MLMIC Insurance Company to deliver practical, compliance-focused AI training for the executive team at Buffalo Medical Group, focusing on safe use, workflow improvement, and protection of sensitive data.
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Below are practical guidelines to help organizations govern generative AI safely while reducing risk and maintaining control.
- Define Approved Use – Set clear boundaries for where AI tools are allowed and restricted to prevent misuse and data exposure.
- Require Human Oversight – Ensure all AI-generated outputs are reviewed before being used or shared to maintain accuracy and accountability.
- Protect Sensitive Data – Prohibit entering confidential, client, or proprietary information into public AI tools to avoid privacy and compliance issues.
- Maintain Visibility – Track AI usage at a high level to monitor risk, support audits, and understand how tools are being applied.
- Clarify Ownership and Accountability – Assign responsibility for AI governance, policy enforcement, and issue escalation.
- Review and Update Regularly – Reassess AI policies as tools, risks, and regulations evolve to keep governance effective.
Catch of the Quarter: “Accidental” Text Messages
Texts that look like innocent mistakes such as “Sorry, I’m running late” are often the first step in a romance or employment scam. These messages are designed to trigger a polite response, allowing scammers or AI-driven bots to continue the conversation and build trust before making a request.
How to Stay Safe: Do not respond to unexpected messages from unknown numbers. Avoid sharing personal or work-related information, and be cautious of conversations that quickly become friendly or urgent. When in doubt, block and report the number rather than engaging.
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MVP Partner Spotlight: Peter & Elizabeth Tower Foundation
Finding the right technology partner took time. We needed a company experienced with Macs—surprisingly rare—and one that understood the practical needs of a small foundation team. MVP provided that fit. They've streamlined our tech support, so the entire staff has direct access rather than funneling everything through one person. They've addressed our remote access and security needs, offered cybersecurity training, and simply taken some weight off our shoulders. When you're a lean operation focused on grantmaking, having reliable tech support means more time doing the work that counts.
What we appreciate most is the peace of mind. MVP listens, understands our evolving needs, and has a team that can diagnose and resolve issues faster than we ever could. It's the kind of partnership that lets us keep our attention where it belongs—on the young people and organizations we serve.
Employee Spotlight: Brandi Magney
Brandi Magney began working at MVP in March 2022, but she was no stranger to MVP, she was once a Partner. As a Project Manager for MVP, she uses her skills as a Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) to help our Partners plan and execute specific IT goals. Her favorite thing about working for MVP is the team and learning something new each day.
When Brandi is not being a Project Manager for MVP, she enjoys spending time with family and friends and loves to cook and bake.