We can’t rely on the security methods of the past anymore. The pandemic showed us that unexpected things can happen, and our security needs to keep up.
Governments reacted fast to COVID-19 with new rules and lockdowns to keep people safe. But these actions also made it hard for businesses. Business owners had to figure out how to follow the rules and protect their companies and employees.
Now, businesses have different priorities, and security needs to change too. Security experts are the ones who can help with this. They understand the new challenges and can find solutions for today and the future.
Making Security Smarter
One big change is how we control who gets access to places. In the past, it was simple with badges. But now, we have advanced systems that use mobile devices. These systems are smart and can do more than ever before. They can connect people to security in powerful ways.
People are like the best sensors in a business. They can notice things that cameras and machines might miss. With mobile phones, people can get alerts about important events, send out alarms in emergencies, and even lock things down when needed. This new way of using mobile devices in security is a big step forward.
Protecting Privacy
Laws about data privacy are getting stricter. More people are working from home, which can put private information at risk. Hackers can try to steal this data, and that’s a big problem.
Laws like the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) show how important data privacy is. Security systems must make sure data stays safe.
The Zero Trust Model
Old security methods used to trust people until they proved they shouldn’t be trusted. But this is risky because hackers can find ways to get in. The Zero Trust model is different. It doesn’t trust anyone until they prove they should be trusted. This makes it much harder for hackers to get in.
This model is becoming more popular and many companies will stop using old methods and switch to Zero Trust.
Future-Proofing Security
The future brings new challenges and more cybercrime. Cybercriminals are getting smarter, and we need to be ready. The FBI has seen a huge increase in cybercrime cases, and the costs could reach trillions of dollars by 2025.
To stay safe, we need security that can adapt and grow with us. It needs to be flexible and always up-to-date to fight off new threats.
In a fast-changing world, staying safe is crucial. We have to use security that fits today’s challenges and prepares us for tomorrow’s. Contact us today to learn how we can help you have security that’s ready for whatever comes next.