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Kraft Technology Group Ranked Among Tennessee’s Most Elite MSPs

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Channel Futures creates an annual, comprehensive list, known as the MSP 501, to recognize some of the best managed service providers (MSPs) around the globe. This year, Kraft Technology Group Ranked among Tennessee's Most Elite MSPs.

For the 13th year in a row, they've released a list based on an exhaustive survey that takes into account:
* Product offerings
* Annual total and recurring revenues
* Profits
* Growth opportunities
* Customer demographic information
* And more

"These benchmarks are what local businesses should examine when choosing a managed service provider with the experience, skill set, business knowledge and defined strategy to help them succeed in this fast-changing digital landscape," says Kris Blackmon, Senior Content Director, Channel Partners and Channel Futures. "In all of the managed service providers that Tennessee has to offer, Kraft Technology Group stands as a shining example of excellence."

"The 2020 winners are truly the best examples of innovation, business acumen and strategic savvy on the planet. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the 2020 winners and gratitude to the thousands of MSPs that have contributed to the continuing growth and success of both the 501 and the thriving managed services sector."

Don Baham, President, Kraft Technology Group, expressed, "We are very proud to be named to the MSP 501. Our team takes pride in delivering high-quality technology services and support for businesses in the greater Nashville region and beyond. Being named to such a prestigious list is a testament to our commitment to those we serve."

About MSP 501

The MSP 501 rankings are determined through a unique methodology that takes revenue figures into account and ranks according to a few important factors:
* Long-term health and viability
* Commitment to recurring revenue
* Operational efficiency

The 2020 MSP 501 list is based on data collected by Channel Futures and its sister site, Channel Partners. Data was collected via the internet from March 1 through June 30, 2020. The complete MSP 501 list is available at Channel Futures.

The list and the accompanying report offer insight gathered via:
* Interviews
* Responses
* Historical data

You can gain insight into hiring trends, workforce dynamics, business models, and much more.

About Kraft Technology Group

Part of the KraftCPAs family of companies since 1992, Kraft Technology Group has been providing Computer Services, I.T. Security, Network Support, and Managed I.T. Services in the greater Nashville Tennessee area and beyond. Our mission is to empower small and midsize businesses to efficiently and securely utilize best of breed technology, so they can focus on reaching and exceeding their strategic goals. Visit https://www.kraftgrp.com/ to learn more.

Media Contact:
Don Baham, President
(615) 241-9233
info@kraftgrp.com

About Informa Tech

Channel Futures, Channel Partners Online, Channel Partners Conference & Expo and Channel Partners Evolution are part of Informa Tech, a market-leading B2B information provider with depth and specialization in the Information and Communications (ICT) Technology sector. We help drive the future by inspiring the Technology community to design, build and run a better digital world through our market-leading research, media, training and event brands. Every year, we welcome 7,400+ subscribers to our research, more than 3.8 million unique visitors a month to our digital communities, 18,200+ students to our training programs and 225,000 delegates to our events.

Media Contact:
Allison Francis
Editor, Channel Futures & Channel Partners
Editor, MSP 501
Allison.Francis@informa.com

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Don Baham accepted into invitation-only Forbes Technology Council

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Don Baham, President of Kraft Technology Group, LLC (KTG) has been accepted into Forbes Technology Council, an invitation-only community for world-class CIOs, CTOs, and technology executives.

Don Baham was vetted and selected by a review committee based on the depth and diversity of his experience. Criteria for acceptance include a track record of successfully impacting business growth metrics, as well as personal and professional achievements and honors.

"We are honored to welcome Don into the community," said Scott Gerber, founder of Forbes Councils, the collective that includes Forbes Technology Council. "Our mission with Forbes Councils is to bring together proven leaders from every industry, creating a curated, social capital-driven network that helps every member grow professionally and make an even greater impact on the business world."

As an accepted member of the Council, Don has access to a variety of exclusive opportunities designed to help him reach peak professional influence. He will connect and collaborate with other respected local leaders in a private forum. Don will also be invited to work with a professional editorial team to share his expert insights in original business articles on Forbes.com, and to contribute to published Q&A panels alongside other experts.

Finally, Don will benefit from exclusive access to vetted business service partners, membership-branded marketing collateral, and the high-touch support of the Forbes Councils member concierge team.

"I am honored to represent the Nashville community as a member of the Technology Council," said Don Baham. "I'm looking forward to engaging with other members of the council across the country and locally. KTG is a leader in IT management and cyber security for healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, and non-profit organizations throughout the southeast. Membership in the council further demonstrates our thought leadership in this space."

ABOUT FORBES COUNCILS

Forbes Councils is a collective of invitation-only communities created in partnership with Forbes and the expert community builders who founded Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC). In Forbes Councils, exceptional business owners and leaders come together with the people and resources that can help them thrive.

For more information about Forbes Technology Council, visit https://forbestechcouncil.com/. To learn more about Forbes Councils, visit http://forbescouncils.com/.

ABOUT KRAFT TECHNOLOGY GROUP

Part of the KraftCPAs family of companies since 1992, Kraft Technology Group has been providing Computer Services, I.T. Security, Network Support, and Managed I.T. Services in the greater Nashville Tennessee area and beyond. Our mission is to empower small and midsize businesses to efficiently and securely utilize best of breed technology, so they can focus on reaching and exceeding their strategic goals.

Visit https://www.kraftgrp.com/ to learn more.

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Media Contact:
Don Baham
Kraft Technology Group
615-235-0434
info@kraftgrp.com

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Don Baham invited to join Nashville Business Journal Leadership Trust

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Don Baham, President of Kraft Technology Group, LLC (KTG), has been invited to join Nashville Business Journal Leadership Trust, an exclusive community for influential business leaders, executives and entrepreneurs in Middle Tennessee.

Don was chosen for membership by the Nashville Business Journal Leadership Trust Selection Committee due to his experience, leadership and influence in the local business landscape and beyond. Don is responsible for delivering IT strategic planning and virtual CIO services, the development of client relationships, bringing new solutions to the market, and leading the strategic direction of KTG.

As an invited member, Don will contribute articles to the Nashville Business Journal website and participate alongside fellow members in Expert Panels. He will connect and collaborate with a vetted network of local leaders in a members-only directory and a private forum on the group's mobile app. Don will also benefit from leadership and business coaching, an Executive Profile on the Nashville Business Journal website, select partner discounts and services and ongoing support from the community's concierge team.

"I am honored to be selected to the Nashville Business Journal Leadership Trust as the first Managed IT and Security leader to join," said Don Baham. "I'm looking forward to contributing to the community through the Trust and engaging with the other 10 leaders currently part of the group. There are so many great leaders in Nashville, it will be exciting to see this group continue to expand."

The Nashville Business Journal Leadership Trust team is honored to welcome Don to the community and looks forward to helping him elevate his personal brand, strengthen his circle of trusted advisors and position him to further impact the Nashville business community and beyond.

About Business Journals Leadership Trust

Nashville Business Journal Leadership Trust is a part of Business Journals Leadership Trust - a collective of invitation-only networks of influential business leaders, executives and entrepreneurs in your community. Membership is based on an application and selection committee review. Benefits include private online forums, the ability to publish insights on bizjournals.com, business and executive coaching and a dedicated concierge team. To learn more and find out if you qualify, visit https://trust.bizjournals.com.

About Kraft Technology Group, LLC

Part of the KraftCPAs family of companies since 1992, Kraft Technology Group has been providing Computer Services, I.T. Security, Network Support, and Managed I.T. Services in the greater Nashville Tennessee area and beyond. Our mission is to empower small and midsize businesses to efficiently and securely utilize best of breed technology, so they can focus on reaching and exceeding their strategic goals. Visit https://www.kraftgrp.com/ to learn more.

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Kraft Technology Group Achieves HIPAA Compliance with Compliancy Group

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Kraft Technology Group, a Nashville-based managed IT service provider, is pleased to announce that we have achieved compliance with the federally mandated standards of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) through the use of Compliancy Group's proprietary HIPAA methodology, The Guard(R) compliance tracking software, and HIPAA Seal of Compliance(R).

As a managed service provider serving healthcare clients, Kraft Technology Group is a "Business Associate" under the definition of HIPAA (45 CFR §160.103) and therefore subject to HIPAA regulations designed to protect electronic protected health information while supporting our "Covered Entity" clients.

Kraft Technology Group has completed Compliancy Group's Six Stage Implementation Program, adhering to the necessary regulatory standards outlined in the HIPAA Privacy Rule, HIPAA Security Rule, HIPAA Breach Notification Rule, HIPAA Omnibus Rule, and HITECH. These standards have been heavily vetted against the letter of the law and meet federal NIST requirements. Kraft Technology Group's good faith effort toward HIPAA compliance through the use of The Guard has been verified by the HIPAA subject matter experts and Compliance Coaches(R) at Compliancy Group.

A recent HIPAA Journal article, "The Top HIPAA Threats Are Likely Not What You Think," made the point that the top cybersecurity threats are employees. The article refers to an IBM X-Force Threat Intelligence Report which points to this surprising statistic: 71 percent of recorded data breaches in the healthcare industry are attributable to employee actions. Whether those employees are working for a Covered Entity or a Business Associate, the Health & Human Services enforcement of HIPAA regulations can be severe.

The important intersection between HIPAA compliance and data security is often lost on I.T. providers working in the health care space. Clients are becoming more aware of the requirements of HIPAA compliance - and forward-thinking providers like Kraft Technology Group choose the HIPAA Seal of Compliance to differentiate their services.

The HIPAA Seal of Compliance is issued to organizations that have implemented an effective HIPAA compliance program through the use of The Guard, Compliancy Group's proprietary compliance tracking solution.

About Compliancy Group:
Compliancy Group simplifies HIPAA compliance so that health care professionals can confidently run their practice. The Guard(TM) is our simple, cost-effective, web-based solution. Users are guided by our team of expert Compliance Coaches(TM) to Achieve, Illustrate, and Maintain(TM) total HIPAA compliance.

Visit https://www.compliancy-group.com or call 855.854.4722 to learn how simple compliance can be.

About Kraft Technology Group:
Part of the KraftCPAs family of companies since 1992, Kraft Technology Group has been providing Computer Services, I.T. Security, Network Support, and Managed I.T. Services in the greater Nashville Tennessee area and beyond. Our mission is to empower small and midsize businesses to efficiently and securely utilize best of breed technology, so they can focus on reaching and exceeding their strategic goals.

Visit https://www.kraftgrp.com/healthcare-compliant-it-services/ to learn more.

Verify our Seal of Compliance at: https://compliancy-group.com/hipaa-compliance-verification/

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Kraft Technology Group, LLC to Undergo International MSP & Cloud Certification

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Kraft Technology Group today announced that it will undergo the MSPAlliance's MSP/Cloud Verify Program (MSPCV), the oldest certification for cloud computing and managed services. The MSPCV is based on the 10 control objectives of the Unified Certification Standard for Cloud & MSPs.

The MSPCV was the first certification created specifically for the managed services and cloud industry. Every certification comes with a written report with the entire process documented, validated and signed by a 3rd party accounting firm. The MSPCV has been reviewed by governmental agencies and regulatory bodies across the globe and used and accepted in 5 continents around the world.

"The MSPCV examination is a rigorous certification process that benchmarks and verifies the quality of the company providing cloud and/or managed services," said Charles Weaver, MSPAlliance CEO. "We are very proud to have Kraft Technology Group undertake this important milestone for cloud and MSPs."

MSPCV was created, using a wide base of criteria, to certify cloud and Managed IT Solution Providers thereby ensuring that they have met and exceed well-established standards of excellence and client care.

Customers who select a company that is part of the MSPCV can also rest assured that their IT solution provider has met and exceeded the following standards dealing with:
* Corporate Risk Management
* Documentation
* Service & Program Change Management
* Event Management
* Logical Security
* Data privacy, security, and integrity
* Physical security
* Managed services SLA, reporting, and billing
* Corporate health
* Company is under constant external review from the MSPAlliance and the IT profession to continually maintain and improve standards of care.

"We see the MSPCV certification as a differentiator for Kraft Technology Group in the market. Our clients deserve to have the assurance we take the management of their I.T. operations seriously and that we are operating in a safe and secure manner," said Don Baham, President of Kraft Technology Group.

ABOUT KRAFT TECHNOLOGY GROUP:
Kraft Technology Group, LLC (KTG) provides Computer Services, I.T. Security, Network Support and Managed I.T. Services in the greater Nashville area and beyond. Our mission is to empower small and midsize businesses headquartered in Tennessee to efficiently & securely utilize best of breed technology, so they can focus on reaching and exceeding their strategic goals.

KTG is celebrating its 25th year in operation this year. KTG is part of KraftCPAs family of companies who has been operating since 1958 and is a pillar of the Nashville area business community. For more information, visit https://www.kraftgrp.com/.

ABOUT MSPALLIANCE:
MSPAlliance(r) is a global industry association and accrediting body for the Cyber Security, Cloud Computing and Managed Services Provider (MSP) industry. Established in 2000 with the objective of helping MSPs become better MSPs.

Today, MSPAlliance has more than 30,000 cloud computing and manage service provider corporate members across the globe and works in a collaborative effort to assist its members, along with foreign and domestic governments, on creating standards, setting policies and establishing best practices. For more information, visit https://mspalliance.com/.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Don Baham
Kraft Technology Group
info@kraftgrp.com
Phone: 615-782-4254

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