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November 2008 Fortrex nominated for Top Small Workplace for 2009.
For the second consecutive year Fortrex Technologies has been nominated as a Wall Street Journal Top Small Workplace.  As always the entire staff at Fortrex works very hard to ensure an exceptional work environment”, says Chris Konrad SVP Client Services.

October 2008 CO-OP Financial Services Selects Fortrex Technologies’ VendorPoint®
CO-OP Financial Services has signed with Fortrex Technologies, Inc. for its signature VendorPoint® technology, the industry’s first
automated vendor management and privacy compliance solution. Please click here for details
http://www.creditunions.com//resources/presscenter/pressreleases/40304/VendorPoint%20Release%2010%2016%2008%20FINAL.pdf

September 2008 Curbstone Corporation Selects Fortrex Technologies
Fortrex Technologies Inc., a leading provider of PCI Data Security Standard (DSS) auditing services, today announced that Ball Ground, Georgia-based Curbstone Corporation, an independent software vendor, engaged Fortrex to perform the mandatory annual security audit for its “Curbstone Card™” Software. Fortrex’s services ensure that the payment software conforms to the strict security standards instituted by the PCI Security Standards Council.

“Securing PCI validation is key to selling our payment server software,” said Ira Chandler, founder, Curbstone Corporation. “Fortrex was very easy to work with -- they were responsive to all of my communications and I was very pleased with their pricing. In addition, our auditor was very knowledgeable and did a maniacally thorough job reviewing our technology. We intend to continue this relationship for our on-going security needs.”

Fortrex offers the three mainline PCI DSS audit services and has expanded its PCI services to include PCI Pre-assessment Gap Analysis and Self Assessment Assistance.

“We have been auditing service providers, payment gateways and merchants for five years. We continue to expand our PCI DSS services to assist our customers in complying with the strict security standards of the payment card industry,” said Chris Konrad, Senior Vice President, Client Services, Fortrex. “We work in conjunction with the PCI Security Standards Council to maintain high standards with regard to payment card security.”

For additional information about Fortrex and Fortrex PCI, visit www.fortrex.com or www.fortrex.com/pci-dss.html.

September 2008 EDS Credit Union Selects Fortrex Technologies’ VendorPoint to Manage Vendor Relationships and Comply with Regulations
September 4, 2008 - Fortrex Technologies Inc., a leading provider of IT security, operational risk and compliance solutions, today announced that Plano, TX-based EDS Credit Union has selected its VendorPoint TM technology, the industry’s first automated vendor management and privacy compliance technology solution, to manage vendor relationships and policies.

Due to the growing complexity of the EDS Credit Union’s business, the financial institution will utilize VendorPoint to increase management efficiency and accountability of vendor relationships while eliminating process ambiguity and meeting regulatory guidelines for vendor risk management.

VendorPoint ensures that vendor management policies are being implemented by comparing vendor information with an organization’s policy requirements. The technology initiates the processes defined by a company’s policy and tracks its progress to ensure that an acceptable level of risk is identified, measured and continuously monitored. VendorPoint also captures the results of compliance reviews and utilizes the data to provide vendor health risk reports as well as vendor contract renewal dates.

“We have extensive experience assisting organizations identify, assess, remediate and manage their operational risks and we have served as a trusted advisor by ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data and systems through our solutions,” said Chris Konrad, Senior Vice President, Client Services, Fortrex. “VendorPoint was designed closely with the financial industry to satisfy vendor management requirements. It reduces the burden associated with managing vendor relationships and allows organizations to maximize efficiencies and minimize risks.”

"Prior to VendorPoint, we used an unsophisticated combination of spreadsheets, information databases, electronic calendars and email communication that required a tremendous amount of oversight. We considered creating our own solution, but our evaluation determined that VendorPoint provided us with the best cost-effective solution to help manage complex relationships and partnerships," Kent Lugrand, President & CEO, EDS Credit Union.

July 2008  Fortrex  SVP Chris Konrad  submits Getting Buy In—An Easier Way to Information Systems Control Journal
SVP Chris Konrad has submitted an article to Information Systems Control Journal and will be published in Volume 5 2008.  The article is a simple but effective way for security professionals to obtain buy in from the top.  For additional information about this article please send email to info@fortrex.com

July 2008 Ten Common Myths of PCI DSS
Some vendors who sell IT security products or services market their products in a broader context than just the PCI DSS requirements. As a result, merchants who are new to security may harbor myths about the PCI DSS. Please click the following link to obtain full list https://www.pcisecuritystandards.org/pdfs/pciscc_ten_common_myths.pdf

May 2008 State Department Federal Credit Union Selects Fortrex Technologies’ VendorPoint to Manage Vendor Relationships
Fortrex Technologies Inc., a leading provider of IT security, operational risk and compliance solutions, today announced that Alexandria, VA-based State Department Federal Credit Union, a member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative, has selected its VendorPoint ® technology, the industry’s first automated vendor management and privacy compliance technology solution, to manage vendor relationships and policies. The State Department Federal Credit Union will utilize VendorPoint to meet regulatory guidelines for vendor risk management while streamlining operations.

May 2008 Fortrex to participate at the 2008 ABA Regulatory Compliance Conference June 8-11, 2008 Chicago, Chicago, IL
Every year, the conference grows more popular, as bankers seek hands-on knowledge and know-how for effectively managing regulatory risk. Covering late breaking news, the full breadth and depth of critical compliance concerns as well as current exam issues. For more information please visit http://www.aba.com/Events/RCC_showguide.htm

May 2008 Fortrex to participate at the 2008 at America’s Credit Union Conference & Expo June 29–July 2, 2008 
New York City
America’s Credit Union Conference & Expo has turned on the power of authority...passion...and innovation and infused the agenda with the tools and insights you and your credit union need for success! And, we’re generating it all in New York – the nation’s number one city! From the power keynoters, through the thought leader sessions and the executive book series , every session in 2008 is jam packed with information. For conference information please visit http://training.cuna.org/on_site/acuc_2008/

May 2008 Mountain Media's Search-Engine Friendly eCommerce Platform Now PCI Compliant and CISP Certified by Visa
Dean Massiah of Fortrex Technologies, Inc., a PCI SSC authorized Qualified Security Assessor Company (QSAC) for performing PCI compliance audits says, "Online merchants put their businesses at great risk if due diligence is not practiced and steps are not taken to protect their customers' cardholder data. It is key that merchants align themselves with solution providers like Mountain Media that are not only compliant with the PCI DSS standard but take operational risk management seriously." Please visit http://www.mountainmedia.com/Press-Releases-c8.html for entire press release.

May 2008 SVP Chris Konrad to speak at TMAR Midwest Users Group (TMUG)
SVP Chris Konrad will conduct a one hour educational workshop about PCI DSS at the TMAR Midwest Users Group (TMUG) meeting on Tuesday, June 24th at the RSNA Headquarters office in Oak Brook, IL. TMA Resources http://www.tmaresources.com/ offers the most extensive user group network in the association management software industry. User groups are self-governing organizations that offer peer support, information exchange and the opportunity to participate in the product development process. All TMA Resources clients are eligible and encouraged to participate.

April 2008 PCI Security Standards Council Issues Latest Information Supplements
Clarifications made for Penetration Testing and Code For more information please click here https://www.pcisecuritystandards.org/pdfs/04-22-08.pdf

April 2008 Fortrex Renews its PCI SSC ASV Status
Once again Fortrex has been granted approved status as a Payment Card Industry Approved Scanning Vendor (ASV). The PCI Security Standards Council maintains a structured process for security solution providers to become Approved Scanning Vendors (ASVs), as well as to be re-approved each year. “Our partnership with Qualys our staff QSA’s and an impressive list of references combined with a passion for ensuring client satisfaction, makes Fortrex a formidable player in the PCI market”, says Sam Hinson Fortrex Client Engagement Manager.

April 2008  Fortrex SVP Chris Konrad interviewed by Matt Donnelly, Associate Editor, TechTarget Channel
Fortrex SVP Client Services Chris Konrad was interviewed by Matt Donnelly, Associate Editor, TechTarget Channel. The interview was focused on Solidcore's PCI solution as well as Fortrex’s leading PCI services.

April 2008  Baseline Magazine Ericka Chickowski Interviews SVP Chris Konrad
Baseline Magazine Ericka Chickowski interviewed Fortrex SVP Chris Konrad about the Hannaford breach. As details trickle out about New England’s Hannaford Bros. grocery chain’s data exposure of 4.2 million customer records, questions are swirling about the implications affecting a merchant that has already been certified compliant with PCI security standards. Will security assessors be found liable? See the full article at http://www.baselinemag.com/c/a/Security/Hannaford-Bros-PCI-Compliance-Claims-Spurs-Questions/

April 2008  Fortrex SVP Chris Konrad Interviewed by Elaine Hom Assistant Site Editor for SearchSecurityChannel.com and SearchNetworkingChannel.com
Fortrex SVP Chris Konrad was interviewed by Elaine Hom of SearchSecurityChannel.com and SearchNetworkingChannel.com. Chris provided his insight on PCI Compliance and opinion of Solidcore’s launch of PCI Pro and PCI Starter Editions for Easy and Cost-Effective File Integrity Monitoring.

February 2008 SVP Chris Konrad to speak at 9th TMA Resources Annual Users Group (TAUG) meeting
Fortrex SVP Chris Konrad will be a guest speaker at the 9th TMA Resources Annual Users Group (TAUG) meeting April 6-9 at the Louisville Marriott Downtown. TMA Resources supports member-centric organizations as they strive to establish, strengthen, and grow mutually beneficial relationships for their members across barriers of time and geography. For more information about this event please send an email to info@fortrex.com

January 2008 Fortrex nominated for Top Small Workplace for 2008.
Fortrex Technologies has been nominated as a Wall Street Journal Top Small Workplace for 2008. “To be recognized by an organization like the Wall Street Journal would be quite an honor. The entire staff at Fortrex works very hard to ensure an exceptional work environment”, says Chris Konrad SVP Client Services.

December 2007 Fortrex closes best fiscal year ever!
Fortrex Technologies will close 2007 in record fashion. “I can honestly say that Fortrex had its best  revenue and net profit obtainment in the 10 year history of the company. We grew all lines of business an average of 86% and we are expecting similar growth for 2008”, says Chris Konrad SVP Client Services. “We have become a true market leader in several lines of business, which I don’t see changing in 2008. The executive leadership of Fortrex has done an excellent job in managing cash flow while investing wisely in critical infrastructure improvements. Those improvements have enabled better efficiency across the entire company. I would also say that most importantly, the leadership team has hired remarkable talent”, says Doug Ochs Fortrex President & COO.

December 2007 Fortrex Partners with Solidcore a Global Change Control Software Organization
"Over the years we have seen many organizations fall short with dealing with change management. Management of IT changes is a fundamental process that can certainly cause damage to the entire enterprise and easily disrupt operations if it is not performed well. With our newly formed alliance with Solidcore we now have an IT control that will fill a significant gap for organizations struggling with change management," says Chris Konrad SVP Client Services.

"Solidcore's product set provides solutions for several compliance mandates. The solution not only reduces the cost of achieving compliance significantly, but also helps our customers create a sustainable, measurable compliance program", says Joshua Lyons Director, Client Services, Sales.