Eight benefits of a cyber security policy

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Learn what a cyber security policy is and why it’s important for protecting your small business. Whilst many businesses have expanded into the world of ecommerce and online shopping in recent months, strong cyber security is essential to protect both you and your customers. By fsb.org.uk.

A cyber security policy provides working guidelines for how your online systems and software should be used to minimise risk. It helps everyone in your business to understand the processes you have in place to protect your company, data and assets.

Your cyber security policy should cover lots of areas, including:

  • The measures you’ve put in place to minimise threats
  • What data will be backed up and how you will manage this
  • Best practice processes, such as what you should or shouldn’t do
  • The different responsibilities your employees have

… and more. It’s estimated that 43 per cent of data losses are caused by internal factors – half of which are accidental. Training your employees and making them aware of cyber security best practices through your cyber security policy is vital. Whether it’s being aware of malicious emails, unknown attachments or best password practices, make sure they’re in the know. Good read!

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