The hurried move of businesses into the digital world forced many entrepreneurs to improvise when it came to security and data protection.
In 2020, at the start of the pandemic, most of the protocols implemented were so basic that the business sector faced a truly vulnerable situation. Even fraud and data theft were cited among the main Global Risks 2020 by the World Economic Forum.
In 2021, despite some progress and more information on the subject, barely 4 out of 10 companies in Mexico have a strengthened cybersecurity plan.
A figure that is worrying considering that cyberattacks can have disastrous consequences for any business, whether they affect productivity for several days or cause a loss of reputation and recognition among customers.
Now, what can companies do to reduce these threats?
Tips to improve your company’s security
Although a company’s needs vary according to its characteristics, there are security actions that are key to protecting the information and data of any business. Check them out and put them into practice!
Establish security protocols. Train your team on safer practices regarding the use of computers, emails, databases, personal devices, remote access, among others.
Assess existing security risks. Identify which company information must be protected with a higher level of security and establish the best way to do so. Also detect the main points of vulnerability of your business in this regard.
Protect electronic equipment. Install antivirus programs, firewalls, authentication systems, VPN for remote access, and also keep your equipment’s software and hardware up to date.
Strengthen passwords. Use complex passwords to access company programs and equipment. Also, get used to changing them from time to time.
Hire technology to store information in the cloud. Implement technologies to reduce investment in physical equipment and also to reduce the chances of information leaks and loss.
We recommend reading: Reasons to store your business information in the cloud
Cybersecurity is the immediate step that any company that has started the path of digital transformation must take, since it allows it to protect its operations, be competitive in the market and give its customers greater confidence.
Are you ready to move forward?
At Birtum we can help you
We can provide you with expert advice to implement computer security protocols and technologies to store information in the cloud, that fit your business needs, are easy to manage and have affordable costs compared to the rest of the market.