Do you own a small to medium-sized business based in Florida? Is data security something you’re mindful of but so far have only just taken the basic steps towards achieving? Unfortunately, with the seemingly endless rise in digital crimes, security isn’t something that any business can take lightly – regardless of the size or industry. Cybercriminals have no boundaries, which means any business can be a target. But knowing that fact and then understanding what to do about it are two different things. So let’s take a look at how you can add another layer of security to your business in 2023.
Adopt Strong Password Protections
The fact that it’s important to use passwords likely isn’t new information, but did you know you can make this measure even more effective by adopting a few practices? Firstly, passwords need to be strong. This means they aren’t easy to crack or guess. A strong password is random and contains a blend of upper and lower case letters, symbols and numbers. Using someone’s last name, the street where they live, or even a pet’s name is no longer going to cut it.
Regardless of how strong the passwords are, they should also be changed regularly. You never want to give potential hackers a chance to figure things out.
Passwords should never be shared with others, meaning employees must not share them with each other, and you should also restrict how much and what kind of access easy an employee is given.
Do Not Allow Personal Device and Email Use
It may also be time to put stricter rules in place about work-related emails and the device they are being read on. Many businesses have gone the way of restricting personal devices within the workspace if employees are checking emails, data, and files. As well, personal emails shouldn’t be sent to a work email address. Taking these steps means the employee is less likely to open something suspicious.
For businesses with remote workers, the same rule can be applied, keeping their laptop or desktop strictly for work purposes.
Look Into Professional Managed IT Services
If you’re still looking after your security needs internally, it’s time to re-assess your position and question if that’s really the best plan.
Managed IT services will include your security needs. Outsourcing to a professional company that is well-versed in how to prevent and protect businesses from a wide array of digital crimes, ransomware and phishing scams means your business will automatically be safer. These services tend to employ a variety of digital solutions that are tested and effective, and yet you’re not the one that is trying to deal with it and constantly monitor it.
A Step in the Right Direction
These are some of the first steps you can take in 2023 as you work towards bettering the level of digital security the business currently has. Each step you take will be making the wall around your business stronger, and ensuring that you don’t fall victim to the many digital scams and crimes that happen daily.
