Drafting a comprehensive Written Information Security Program requires extensive knowledge of Massachusetts 201 CMR 17.00 requirements, coordinating input from IT and legal teams, and ensuring all mandatory components are properly documented. Manual WISP creation typically takes 6-8 hours of attorney time, with significant risk of missing critical regulatory requirements or using outdated compliance language.
Creating a comprehensive Written Information Security Program that meets Massachusetts 201 CMR 17.00 requirements is complex and time-consuming. Organizations struggle to address all mandatory components—risk assessments, administrative/technical/physical safeguards, incident response plans, and third-party oversight—while ensuring legal compliance and practical implementation.
CaseMark automates WISP creation by analyzing your organization's security posture and generating a complete, Massachusetts-compliant document with all required components. Our AI drafts customized risk assessments, safeguard protocols, breach notification procedures, and vendor oversight requirements tailored to your specific data environment and regulatory obligations.
This workflow is applicable across multiple practice areas and use cases
Corporate governance attorneys use WISP documents to establish board-level oversight of data security programs and demonstrate compliance with fiduciary duties regarding data protection.
Data security governance is a core component of corporate governance, requiring formal policies and oversight structures that WISP documentation provides.
Corporate attorneys need WISP documents for general corporate compliance, particularly when advising clients on data protection obligations and corporate governance requirements.
All corporations handling personal data need compliant WISP documentation as part of their corporate compliance framework, making this essential for general corporate practice.
M&A attorneys require WISP documents during due diligence to assess target companies' data security compliance and identify regulatory risks related to data protection.
WISP compliance is a critical due diligence item in M&A transactions, as inadequate data security programs represent significant liability and regulatory risk for acquirers.
Financial services attorneys use WISP documents to ensure clients meet Massachusetts data security requirements in addition to federal financial privacy regulations like GLBA.
Financial institutions handling Massachusetts resident data must comply with state-specific security requirements alongside federal regulations, requiring comprehensive WISP documentation.
Healthcare attorneys need WISP documents to complement HIPAA compliance efforts, as healthcare organizations handling Massachusetts resident data must meet both federal and state security requirements.
Healthcare entities must comply with both HIPAA and Massachusetts 201 CMR 17.00, making WISP documentation essential for comprehensive healthcare data security compliance.
A WISP is a comprehensive document required under Massachusetts law (201 CMR 17.00) for organizations that handle personal information of Massachusetts residents. It establishes administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect sensitive data from unauthorized access, theft, or misuse. The WISP must designate a security coordinator, include risk assessment procedures, detail security controls, and establish incident response protocols.
Any business that owns, licenses, stores, or maintains personal information about Massachusetts residents must have a WISP, regardless of where the business is located. This includes companies of all sizes across industries—from small businesses to large enterprises. If you collect names combined with Social Security numbers, financial account information, or other sensitive data from Massachusetts residents, you need a compliant WISP.
CaseMark's WISP generator is built on the specific requirements of 201 CMR 17.00 and includes all mandatory components: coordinator designation, risk assessment framework, comprehensive safeguards across administrative/technical/physical categories, employee training programs, vendor oversight, and breach notification procedures. The system incorporates current legal standards and includes proper regulatory citations throughout the document.
Yes, CaseMark analyzes your uploaded documents to tailor the WISP to your organization's specific data environment, technology infrastructure, and industry requirements. The system can incorporate additional regulatory frameworks like HIPAA, GLBA, GDPR, or CCPA alongside Massachusetts requirements, ensuring your WISP addresses all applicable compliance obligations for your particular business context.
You receive a complete, professionally formatted WISP document ready for executive review and board approval. The document includes a table of contents, numbered sections for easy reference, and appendices for supporting materials. CaseMark also identifies any areas requiring additional information or where current practices may need enhancement to meet regulatory standards, providing clear action items for full implementation.