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of businesses are closed 6 mos. after a data breach
of attacks are delivered through email
of businesses have cyber liability coverage
of cyber claims get denied due to non-compliance
The data that makes your businesswill BREAK your business
Data privacy is of critical importance for small businesses. In today’s digital age, businesses of all sizes rely on collecting, storing, and using personal information in order to conduct their operations. This includes information such as customer names, addresses, and payment details, as well as employee data such as salaries and benefits. However, with this increased reliance on data comes an increased risk of data breaches and misuse.
One of the main reasons why data privacy is so important for small businesses is that a data breach can have serious consequences. A breach can result in the theft of sensitive information, which can lead to financial losses, reputational damage, and legal liabilities. For small businesses, the impact of a data breach can be particularly severe, as they often don’t have the same resources as larger organizations to recover from the incident. In fact, according to a report from the National Cyber Security Alliance, 60% of small businesses go out of business within six months of a data breach.
Do You Have a False Sense of Cyber Security?
There are many common misconceptions about cyber crime and cyber security that can lead business leaders to believe they are fully protected and have a false sense of cyber security.
Are any of these misconceptions part of your thought process?
Too Small to be a Target
Many business leaders believe that because they are a small business, they are not a target for cyber attacks. However, this belief can give them …
We Have Cyber Liability Insurance
Many business leaders believe that because they have cyber liability insurance, they are fully protected from cyber threats and the financial consequences of a cyber …
All We Need is Anti-Virus
Many business leaders believe that because they have anti-virus software and other security measures in place, they are fully protected from cyber threats. However, this …
We Don’t Have Sensitive Data
Many business leaders believe that because they do not store any sensitive data locally, they are fully protected from cyber threats. However, this belief can …
Our Tech People Have Us Covered
Many business leaders believe that because they have an IT team in place, they are fully protected from cyber threats. However, this belief can give …
Ransomware? We Have Backups.
Many business leaders believe that because they have data backups, they are fully protected from the threat of ransomware. However, while it is certainly important …
Our Data is in the Cloud
Many business leaders believe that because all of their data is stored in the cloud, they are fully protected from cyber threats. However, this belief …
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The law requires it, your customers DEMAND it!
Another reason why data privacy is so important for small businesses is that consumers are becoming increasingly concerned about how their personal information is used and protected. In order to build trust with their customers, small businesses must demonstrate that they are taking steps to protect their data. This includes implementing technical measures such as encryption and secure servers, as well as having clear policies in place for how personal information is collected, stored, and used.
Finally, small businesses must also consider data privacy in the context of regulatory requirements. In recent years, many countries and states have adopted data protection laws that set out specific requirements for how businesses must handle personal information. These laws can have significant financial and legal consequences for businesses that fail to comply.
Data privacy is of critical importance for small businesses. By taking steps to protect their customers’ personal information and demonstrating their commitment to data privacy, small businesses can build trust with their customers, reduce the risk of data breaches, and comply with regulatory requirements.
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