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title: "Transforming Cybersecurity: How Mason-McDuffie Mortgage Boosted Their Microsoft Secure Score from 32% to Over 90%"
description: Sample case study.
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# Transforming Cybersecurity: How Mason-McDuffie Mortgage Boosted Their Microsoft Secure Score from 32% to Over 90%

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Industry

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Challenge

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Results

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Key Product

Product one

[ www.customer.com ](https://www.customer.com/)

90%+

Secure Score Achieved

60%

Decrease in Security Gaps

6x

Faster Remediation Times

50%

Reduction in Manual Security Checks

## We were able, in just a very short window of time, to get our Secure Score up from a concerning 32% to over 90%. This was a substantial improvement, giving us confidence in our cybersecurity measures.

![](https://www.myabt.com/hubfs/Clinto%20weyland%20picture.jpg)

Clinton Weyland

VP of IT

## The shift to Guardian Security Insights not only enhanced our security posture but also simplified the management of applications and user access. It addressed the core issue of efficiently supporting a distributed workforce.

![](https://www.myabt.com/hubfs/Clinto%20weyland%20picture.jpg)

Clinton Weyland

VP of IT at MasonMac

## Thanks to ABT’s expertise in the mortgage industry, it is much easier for us to deploy and service our employees’ laptop needs, and do it in a secure environment. The transformation was a game-changer for our business.

![](https://www.myabt.com/hubfs/Chuck%20Iverson%20Picture.jpg)

Chuck Iverson

President and CEO

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## About your Customer

 Mason-McDuffie Mortgage (MasonMac) is a leading retail mortgage banking firm with a rich history of providing innovative home financing solutions. Known for their commitment to delivering exceptional service, MasonMac operates nationwide, leveraging technology to support a distributed workforce. With a strong focus on customer satisfaction and industry compliance, they have become a trusted partner for homebuyers and real estate professionals alike.

### **The Solution**

MasonMac partnered with Access Business Technologies (ABT) and chose **Guardian Security Insights** for its deep integration with Microsoft 365 and automated, actionable reporting features. During their evaluation, MasonMac considered other solutions but found that Guardian Security Insights offered a unique advantage: the ability to pull data directly from their Microsoft tenancy nightly and provide clear, prioritized action plans.

Key features that made a difference included:

- **Automated Nightly Assessments**: Removed the need for manual scripting, providing real-time insights into their security posture.
- **Deeper MFA Compliance Analysis**: Identified users who appeared protected but had not completed MFA registration, closing critical security gaps.
- **Executive-Friendly Reporting**: Monthly reports bridged the gap between IT and leadership, making it easier for executives to understand security efforts and justify additional investments.

**Clinton Weyland, VP of IT at MasonMac**, shared his experience:  
*"Guardian Security Insights gave us the visibility and insights we needed to make informed decisions quickly. The continual monitoring and regular reports were game-changers for both our IT team and leadership.”*

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### **The Results**

The impact of implementing Guardian Security Insights was immediate and transformative. Within six months, MasonMac achieved the following results:

1. **91% Increase in Microsoft Secure Score**  
   *Improved from a concerning 32% to over 90%, significantly enhancing their security posture.*
2. **50% Reduction in Manual Checks and IT Workload**  
   *Automated monitoring eliminated hours of manual tasks, allowing the IT team to focus on strategic initiatives.*
3. **Enhanced Stakeholder Confidence**  
   *Clear, concise reporting improved communication with executives, fostering a culture of accountability and trust in cybersecurity efforts.*
4. **Improved Compliance and Risk Management**  
   *Addressed critical gaps in MFA compliance and device management, reducing exposure to potential threats.*

**Chuck Iverson, President and CEO at MasonMac**, remarked:  
*"ABT’s expertise in the mortgage industry made it much easier for us to deploy and service our employees’ laptop needs in a secure environment. The transformation was a game-changer for our business.”*

With the support of Guardian Security Insights, MasonMac was able to move from a reactive approach to proactive, data-driven cybersecurity management, ensuring their business and client data remained protected in an increasingly hostile cyber landscape.

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