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How Important Is Backup & Disaster Recovery
For Remote Workers?
When the pandemic threw the world for a loop, small businesses had to learn how to adapt to new remote working conditions. While teleworking helps protect the safety and health of employees, it also puts corporate data more at risk than ever. With staff using personal and corporate-connected devices — along with the increased usage of online platforms for remote work — company networks are left vulnerable to cyberattacks.
During this work-from-home era, it is vital to ensure that your systems and security are strong enough to prevent data loss and cyberattacks. Especially since 40-60% of small businesses go out of business after a major calamity, such as massive data loss. For these reasons, having a backup and disaster recovery plan in place is critical. Read on for tips on how to secure your networks.
Establish a Secure Secondary Internet Connection
A high-speed Internet connection is vital for remote workers, as it allows them to connect to the company’s servers and get work done. However, are your remote employees prepared if their Internet connection fails? Having a plan B is essential for minimizing disruption to productivity. It is why it is a good idea to ask your staff to use their smartphones as hot spots for emergency connectivity.
Use Strong Passwords
When it comes to keeping corporate data safe, strong passwords are of the utmost importance. Weak passwords give hackers an easy route into your systems. For this reason, it is imperative to ask employees to use robust passwords that are complex and unique. It involves using numbers, symbols, and uppercase and lowercase letters. Passwords should also be at least eight characters in length and changed regularly. The more complex your password, the more protected your information should be from cyber threats and hackers.
Prioritize Education and Training
Did you know that human error is one of the most common risks to your network? It is why it’s a good idea to invest in cybersecurity education and training. Training can provide remote workers with the tools and knowledge they need to mitigate a potential threat. This training should also cover how specific tools and protocols strengthen data security.
Establish Secondary Power Sources
In an emergency, such as a power outage, the home office needs to stay powered. It is essential if a remote worker’s laptop runs out of battery. One way to keep employees’ devices powered is to provide USB power blocks that are always plugged in and charged. Additionally, you can ask them to plug their office equipment into an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), which provides a few hours of additional power. A UPS can also isolate equipment from spikes on the main power line.
For operational and data resilience, it is vital to create a plan to address any disaster or unexpected situation. See the accompanying resource for more ways your small business can secure your IT infrastructure and networks.
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- Host ongoing security training for employees.
- Check to see if issues arise with which employees need assistance.
- During a team meeting, ask for additional suggestions regarding cyber security.
- Implement the best of what employees offer to promote further contributions and inclusion.
- Use nightmarish everyday examples for what can happen upon ignoring the advice.
- Provide regular updates regarding attempted hacks on the website for employees to realize the importance of safety.
- Track the progress of lowering the attempts by hackers.
- Continue to research better cyber attack prevention strategies to further train employees.
- Show appreciation for the help employees provide implementing precautions.
- Celebrate Success!
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