Do you ever wonder why some businesses seem to have endless technology problems? It’s not by accident. It’s often a matter of not having the smart, simple habits in place to combat issues that present themselves. Let’s take a look at three ways that your business can avoid big technology headaches.
There are a few occasions that we get a very apparent example of how important basic cybersecurity is, regardless of where you are, and this year’s National Football League draft is one such example. For those who don’t follow the NFL or the draft proceedings, multiple draftees received prank calls during the process, although one in particular is applicable to businesses of all kinds. Let’s examine this situation to reinforce a few critical cybersecurity best practices.
Technology is woven into almost everything we do, from collaborating on projects to connecting with clients. Making sure we handle this technology correctly is important for the efficiency and security of your entire business. In this month’s newsletter, we just wanted to go through a couple of actions that can help any professional improve their technology.
The world of cybersecurity is in constant flux, demanding that organizations continually reassess their defensive strategies. A traditional focus solely on preventing breaches, while important, is proving insufficient in the face of sophisticated and persistent threats. As highlighted in a recent Illumio podcast episode, “Trust & Resilience: The New Frontlines of Cybersecurity,” the very foundation of digital interaction—trust—has ironically become a primary vulnerability exploited by attackers. This necessitates a fundamental shift in perspective.
If you’re like many small and medium-sized business owners, you’re juggling countless online passwords… for email, banking, software, supplier portals, and more. It’s overwhelming! This often leads to using simple or repeated passwords, which unfortunately opens the door to cyber threats like data breaches, a serious risk for any business. Thankfully, there’s a straightforward solution: a password manager.