We all love the convenience of tools like Microsoft Teams. They help us stay connected with our colleagues, collaborate on projects, and keep business running smoothly even when we can’t be in the same office. But have you ever stopped to think about the potential security risks these tools can bring?
What’s the Big Deal?
Recent research tells us that more than half of employees are sharing sensitive files through collaboration tools, and almost half admit to sharing files they shouldn’t have. Easy mistake, right? Well, this seemingly small slip-up can lead to major security problems for your company.
The “Double-Edged Sword” of Accessibility
Accessibility is one of the biggest advantages of these collaboration tools. You can check in with your team, share files, and keep the work flowing from your laptop, your tablet, or even your smartphone. But here’s the catch: when employees use these apps on their personal devices as well as their work devices, it can open up new avenues for security risks.
Keeping Your Business Safe
While it’s impossible to track exactly how your employees are using these tools at all times, you can reduce the risk. How? By investing in regular cyber security training for employees at all levels. The more your team knows about the potential dangers and how to avoid them, the safer your business will be.
But that’s not all. It’s equally crucial to put the right safeguards in place to protect your sensitive data. Collaboration programs like Teams are a fantastic boon to remote work, but remember this: they’re only as secure as the people using them and the devices they’re installed on.
Let’s Work Together on Security
At Systemic Digital, we know a thing or two about security. We can help you provide your team with the training they need and make sure your data is as secure as possible. Don’t leave it to chance – get in touch with us and see how we can help you bolster your business’s security.
In the end, these tools are meant to help us, not expose us to potential dangers. Let’s work together to keep it that way.
