Reality Check for Small Business Owners
Whether it’s client information, financial records, or login credentials, your sensitive data deserves more than basic security measures. Processes that seem convenient, like emailing documents or saving them to unprotected folders, can open doors to accidental exposure or even intentional breaches.
Consider these potential risks:
Lack of Encryption: Many forms of data sharing, like unencrypted emails or unsecured cloud folders, leave data vulnerable to interception.
Human Error: Mistakes happen. A misaddressed email or an unintended attachment can instantly share confidential data with the wrong people.
Phishing and Security Threats: Without proper controls, it’s easy for sensitive data to fall prey to scams, especially through email, which is a common entry point for attackers.
How Secure are Your Processes?
It’s not just about avoiding email for sensitive data; it’s about reviewing how and where you store and share everything important. Consider implementing controlled file-sharing systems, password managers, and encrypted storage solutions. Small changes, like restricting access to sensitive folders or training employees on data-handling best practices, can add layers of protection to keep your business safe.
At Quality Computer Consulting, we can help you assess and strengthen your data security processes. Don’t leave your sensitive data in an “unlocked file cabinet.” Reach out to us today to ensure your business is secure, from file sharing to storage and beyond.
Do you believe email is secure enough for sending and storing sensitive company data?
YES – (Only if it’s encrypted and guarded by digital knights
NO – (We stick to hand delivery and carrier pigeons.)
