The gig economy presents serious challenges to the way people work, the way they save, and the already complicated issue of cybersecurity. Here’s what you need to know.
How Disrupters are Using aaS to Speed Up Digital Transformation
You know what makes for an agile and efficient digital transformation? A commitment to using resources efficiently—including, most importantly, human capital. That’s why many companies are speeding up digital transformation with new technology models, including the booming as-a-Service (aaS) model. Flexible. Efficient. Affordable. The aaS model levels the playing field for big and small companies both, allowing them to experiment …
CyberSecurity—The Greatest Challenge CISOs Face Today
What a time to be alive! The rapid advances of technology and dawn of an era dominated by the Internet of Things (IoT) has changed pretty much everything about life as we know it. Which is why it’s no surprise that cybersecurity is perhaps the greatest challenge CISOs face today. But let’s back up. Why is the IoT such a …
Developing an Enterprise IoT Security Framework
When it comes to cyber security, one thing is clear: there’s never enough to go around. A few months back, I discussed the importance of creating a solid cybersecurity framework in helping combat cyber attacks and hacks within your company. Today I want to go a level deeper: creating an IoT security framework. Do I Really Need an IoT Security …
Are Sophisticated Cyber Crimes a Myth?
Short answer: yes. Although we’ve recently heard so much about sophisticated cyber crimes like those launched on a national scale—i.e. Russia—the truth is, most attacks are simple and home grown. In fact, unassuming employees make up the bulk of attacks happening today. That means companies need to change their perspective on how to protect themselves. Planning only for sophisticated cyber …
Navigating Collaboration Risks and Challenges in a BYOD Culture
BYOD compatibility increase the success of collaboration but what are the risks and are they worth the reward? Let’s explore.
Employee Digital Device Practices Continue to Pose Security Risks
Cybercrimes are on the rise, and with the number and sophistication of attacks growing rapidly, it can feel as if the workplace is constantly under siege. Companies of all sizes, and across all industries, wonder how to protect themselves while maintaining compliance with federal regulations, and without disruption to their business. The 2015 Cyber Security Intelligence Index report from IBM found that 95 …
Creating Mobile Computing Experiences
The advent of smartphones created the desire for full functionality that fits in the palm of your hand. Apps have become a mainstay of mobile technology, offering specialized functionality in an incredibly vast spectrum of customer desires and interests. Now, mobile technology is a lynchpin of modern business. Users don’t simply want a smartphone—they’re looking for mobile computing experiences. Experience …
Security Heightens as Hackers Target Mobile
Many enterprises have taken to creating their own proprietary apps and software, and mobile devices are now a mainstay in modern business. Shadow IT isn’t the only concern accompanying the growth of mobile in the business world, however. As mobile technology becomes more popular and pervasive, hackers are turning their attention toward mobile devices. Understand Shadow IT in Modern Business …
Converting Shadow IT into Change Adoption
Fast-paced technological advances have inadvertently opened the door to increased risks from shadow IT. Cloud-based solutions have given non-IT professionals the opportunity to create and implement applications that expedite workflow. Without being able to control or secure these on-the-fly solutions, chief information officers (CIOs) may see the movement as a security threat. However, efforts to squash the rise of shadow …