HOW TO KEEP YOUR BUSINESS SAFE AND SECURE
Wouldn’t it be nice, if the whole world was as loving and supportive as we know it can be? It certainly would be good for business. Alas, that’s not the case. While the vast majority of people that interact with your company will have honest intentions, there’s always the risk that you’ll fall prey to one of the people that have darker motives. As such, it’s important that you’re taking steps to keep your business safe and secure from threats, both internal and external. We take a look at a few ways how below.
Digital Security
The rise of the internet and the digital world in general has done a lot of good for businesses. It has made them more productive and able to grow into new sectors much more easily than they could have in the past. However, it is also given rise to new threats. The value of a company’s digital presence has made it an attractive target for would-be criminals. As such, it’s important that you’re keeping your digital assets and data safe and secure. Follow the best practices, and also consider working with an IT security team -- they’ll help keep you one step ahead of the criminals.
Real-World Safety
Of course, while there’s been a sharp rise in cybercrime in recent years (it’s one of the fastest growing crimes), you should also keep your eye on “real world” security too. If you have expensive technology and other valuables at your work premises, then you’ll need to keep them safe from people with bad intentions. CCTV cameras, secure entry points, and an alarm will all act as deterrents. You’re unlikely to be targeted if it looks like your site is secure; it’s the ones that look vulnerable that get hit.
Threats From Within
It’s not nice to think that someone on the inside of your company would cause you harm. But alas, it does happen -- indeed, internal crime is more common than external crime. As such, it’s really important that you know you can trust anybody that you bring into the inside. Don’t be fooled by presentable appearances and smooth-talking. They’re a good sign, but don’t tell you the full picture. A pre-hire background check and checking the past employment references are essential. You might discover that they’re not all that they said they were. Of course, just because a person hasn’t committed a crime before, that doesn’t mean that they never will, so stay vigilant and be on guard for any suspicious behavior.
Review Your Weaknesses
Ultimately, it’s always worth keeping in mind that there’s no company in the world that is completely secure. If some of the world’s largest companies can be hit by criminals, then so can you. The important thing is to be aware of your vulnerabilities. Even if you can’t necessarily secure them straight away, you’ll know where to keep your attention. Staying on top of the latest security measures and practices will help to keep your business safe as you move forward, too.