Maintaining the security of your data can be a challenge. If you already use encryption as the method of security, you know it can be a pain. Not the encryption part, but the management of encrypted software as well as the sharing, updating, and don’t forget “the backups”. It is quite the ordeal. Business Matters brought this interesting information to our attention in their article, “Benefits of securing your data using encryption.”

However, encryption is also very important. Look at all the data breaches, security leaks and ransomware attacks that are costing billions to companies and individuals alike. Every responsible business owner should consider encryption software to protect their company’s data, clients and reputation.

Organizations are built by dedicated people who have their own values and ideals. They may or may not align with those of the organization. This is another reason why encryption can be the best tool in your security belt. Privacy concerns are growing by the day. If your company is not yet subject to data privacy regulations, you can be sure that it will be pretty soon.

Melody K. Smith

Sponsored by Data Harmony, a unit of Access Innovations, the world leader in indexing and making content findable.