FEATURE
Organisations should
look for security
tools that will
offer guidance on
remaining compliant
amid digital
innovation.
staff, these locations need a simple,
comprehensive solution that secures a
wide variety of traditional and IoT on-site
devices, such as that provided by an
SD-Branch solution.
Final thoughts
for in-house app development, be sure
to leverage security tools throughout
the development process, including
container-based solutions designed
for agile development strategies and
DevOps teams.
6. Strengthening
wireless connections
Working remotely is becoming more
common, with employees going online
from home, coffee shops, or on the
road. While this can help productivity
and efficiency, organisations must be
sure that these devices are connecting
from secure access points. When
using public Wi-Fi, cybercriminals can
intercept data running between the
end-user and the organisation – a risk
that can be minimised by encouraging
the use of VPNs and deploying wireless
management solutions.
7. Extending security to
remote locations
In addition to securing connectivity
to and between remote locations,
organisations must also take care to
secure and manage the local branch
LAN as well. With no on-site IT
Digital innovation is a business-critical
priority, but if cybersecurity is not rolled
in from day one, organisations will leave
themselves and their employees open to
serious cyber-risk.
Remote working needs to be made safer
for employees who should be provided
with the appropriate tools and devices
that are part of the network perimeter.
Often those who work from home or
remotely ignore the basic rules applied
by the company, starting with adhering
to the minimum cyberhygiene rules such
as updating the operating system, using
an effective antivirus, strong passwords
and backing up data regularly. At
the same time, companies must have
structured polices in place for remote
workers, that must be adhered to. u
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