Colorado Springs, CO

Comprehensive Guide to Secure, Scalable SMB Operations

Don’t Let Compliance Confusion Cost
You Contracts.

Our Mission
Make Security and Growth Work Together

For too long, small and mid-sized businesses have been told they must choose between protecting their data and pursuing progress, that security slows you down, that compliance limits creativity, or that growth invites risk.  We’re here to change that narrative.

At Bees Computing, we believe security should enable growth, not hinder it. Our mission is to help businesses build systems that are both resilient and scalable, where compliance becomes a competitive advantage, not a burden.

We don’t just check boxes, we build frameworks that align protection with performance.  Because when your operations are secure, your people are empowered to innovate, collaborate, and grow with confidence.

You can have both:

Security and scalability — stable foundations for sustainable expansion
Compliance and competitive edge — meet every standard, exceed every expectation
Risk reduction and revenue growth — protect your assets, amplify your results

Bees Computing exists to make that balance not only possible — but practical, measurable, and profitable.

The Beehive Method™

From Compliance Chaos to Scalable Confidence

The Beehive Method™ is built on a simple truth: cybersecurity should drive growth, not slow it down. Each step is designed to replace confusion with control and risk with readiness.

A proven 7-step framework built specifically for SMBs that need enterprise-grade security, without enterprise-level overwhelm. It’s how we turn complexity into clarity, risk into readiness, and operations into growth engines.

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Why the Beehive Method™ Works

Gary’s background in education, risk management, and cybersecurity means this isn’t theory, it's structured, teachable, and measurable.  He spent years designing cybersecurity curriculum and training professionals, and now that same educational rigor powers the Beehive Method™.

Every step blends technical protection with human empowerment, ensuring teams aren’t left confused or dependent; they're capable, informed, and confident.

“We don’t just build systems — we build understanding.”

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The Beehive Method™ was built for real-world small and mid-sized businesses, the ones balancing compliance demands, cybersecurity threats, and limited resources. This isn’t a theoretical framework; it’s a battle-tested system refined from 20+ years of hands-on experience across industries including defense, healthcare, and technology.
Our approach brings clarity and structure where most businesses struggle. We focus on aligning your people, processes, and technology to create a security-first culture that supports not slows growth. Each phase of the Beehive Method™ builds upon the last, transforming cybersecurity from a cost center into a strategic growth advantage.
When executed correctly, your investment produces measurable results: assessment-ready security programs, stronger systems, smarter teams, and a resilient foundation for long-term success.

Deep Dive: Understanding the Statistics

"AI and Security should empower growth, not overwhelm it."
— Gary Whitsett

The Cost of Getting It Wrong:

87%

of CISOs plan to deploy AI to reduce human-centric risks

95%

of data breaches involve human error

74%

of breaches caused by human-driven errors in 2023

70%+

of SMB attacks begin with phishing

60%

reduction in human error with regular training

20%

of incidents are caused by accidental data sharing

The Impact of Doing It Right:

Businesses that invest in security + AI see stronger resilience and less disruption

AI-driven training cuts incidents via simulations and real-time coaching

SMBs using AI detect and respond to threats faster—operating at enterprise levels

Automation frees up staff and improves strategic focus

Trained employees show higher vigilance and fewer mistakes

Predictive analytics reduce risk and lower operational costs

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Your Path to Scalable Security and Confident Growth

Every business has a different starting point, but every leader deserves clarity. The Beehive Method™ adapts to where you are today and grows with you, from your first risk check to full-scale executive-level advisory.

How Leaders Get Started

Every organization starts from a different place. We help leadership teams gain clarity, assess risk, and determine the right next step — whether that leads to internal action, third-party execution, or ongoing executive advisory.

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A short, no-pressure way to understand your current risk posture and leadership priorities.

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Real-World Impact: From Chaos to Clarity

Bees Computing isn’t theory, it’s transformation in action.

Every client engagement, from a single assessment to a full Beehive deployment, is designed to create measurable, visible progress within weeks. The result? Small and mid-sized businesses gain the clarity, control, and confidence they’ve always needed to grow securely and competitively.

Clear Visibility, Confident Direction

From the very first assessment, SMBs gain a complete picture of their current cybersecurity posture, compliance standing, and risk exposure. No guesswork—just actionable insight.

Result: Businesses move from “I don’t know where to start” to “I know exactly what to fix first.”

Decisions Driven by Data, Not Doubt

True transformation happens when leaders stop relying on gut instinct and start leading with insight. Bees Computing integrates data dashboards and audit-ready intelligence that translate complexity into clarity.

Result: Data replaces doubt. Every decision becomes defensible, measurable, and aligned with long-term strategy.

Compliance that Opens Doors

Government contracts, large enterprise partnerships, and premium vendor opportunities increasingly require demonstrable cybersecurity practices and documented compliance readiness. Through The Beehive Method™, businesses build and sustain CMMC-, NIST-, RMF-, and OSCAL-aligned security programs, supporting ongoing readiness and long-term confidence.

Result: You move from being a soft target to a trusted partner, ready to compete for higher-value contracts and industry recognition.

Operational Efficiency that Frees Your Team

When systems, data, and compliance tools operate in silos, inefficiency becomes expensive.  Bees Computing helps you eliminate redundancy, streamline data flow, and automate repetitive tasks using AI-driven processes, freeing your team to focus on growth, not firefighting.

Result: Lower operational costs, fewer human errors, and an empowered team that executes smarter and faster.

Growth that’s Secure, Sustainable, and Scalable

When you harden your systems, educate your people, and integrate intelligence, security becomes a growth catalyst, not a roadblock.  Clients who implement the Beehive Method™ consistently report:

Fewer disruptions and compliance violations
Faster decision-making cycles
Higher trust and credibility with partners
Greater readiness for scale and innovation

Bottom Line: Security stops being overhead and becomes your competitive advantage.

What Sets Bees Computing Apart

Tailored Solutions, Not Cookie-Cutter Templates

Every engagement is customized to your specific industry, compliance requirements, and business goals, ensuring maximum impact without unnecessary complexity.

Data-Driven Decision Making

We help you move from "I feel this is right" to "here's what the data shows," giving you confidence in every strategic choice.

Your Long-Term Growth Partner

We don't drop in at the start and disappear. We provide ongoing dashboards, tools, and support that keep you secure as your business scales.

Practical AI Integration

Our approach to automation and AI focuses on real operational improvements streamlining workflows, reducing errors, and surfacing insights not just implementing technology for its own sake.

Compliance Made Accessible

Whether it’s CMMC, NIST, RMF, or OSCAL, we translate complex regulatory requirements into actionable, framework-aligned guidance that supports contract and partnership readiness.

A Team That Actually Understands SMBs

We've lived the frustration of being blocked by technology instead of empowered by it. That experience shapes every solution we build.

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Testimonials

Real transformation, not theory.

Gary was not only a standout cybersecurity expert but also a mentor and strategist who helped us strengthen our leadership and decision-making framework.

Kimberly Hessler, CFJST, CFCC

Gary doesn’t just advise. He invests in your growth. His ability to translate real-world experience into practical, engaging education transformed our team’s understanding and confidence.

Halie Anthony, MBA, PCC

Director of Enterprise Operations, NASA End User Services & Technologies

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Our Vision
Every SMB Operates with Confidence

We're building a future where:

SMBs win contracts because they can prove compliance
Leaders make strategic decisions based on data, not guesswork
Teams see security as a growth enabler, not a burden
AI and automation multiply impact without adding confusion
Every business, no matter the size, operates from a position of strength

Bees Computing provides advisory, readiness, and enablement services. Certification and formal assessments are conducted by authorized third-party organizations.