Regardless of the size of your business, your daily operations likely rely on a variety of data, such as customer contact info, sales records, and sensitive product information. If your data is lost due to a natural disaster, hardware failure, or cybersecurity threat, the results could severely impact your business. Investing in disaster recovery services will help you prepare for the worst, but following the tips below will help safeguard your crucial data right now.

4 Tips for Protecting Your Business’s Data

1. Change the System Defaults

New software platforms usually come with default usernames and passwords. These are supposed to be used temporarily until you finish configuring the system, but many users keep these defaults without bothering to change them. This makes it extremely easy for an outside party to access your information. As soon as your system is up and running, change the default settings.

2. Educate Your Employees

Even if you’ve configured a firewall and antivirus software, your system won’t be fully secure if your employees aren’t aware of proper online safety practices. Regularly train your workers on how to recognize suspicious emails, when not to click on a link, and what to do if their computers start behaving strangely.

3. Secure Your Wireless Network

Wi-Fi networks are entry points into your system, so take steps to make your network as secure as possible. Use the strongest encryption setting your equipment has, and turn off the broadcast function — this will make your network invisible to data thieves.

4. Invest in Regular Backups

If your servers are destroyed or infected by malware, data backups allow you to completely restore the system without the loss of critical information. Many cloud-based services offer automated, off-site backups, letting you implement an easy, secure, and effective disaster recovery plan.

Challenger Broadband provides peace of mind and comprehensive disaster recovery solutions from their offices in New York, NY, to companies across the country. No matter which industry you’re in, their experienced team will help minimize losses and the disruption caused by sudden outages or security breaches. Visit their website for more details regarding their data recovery services. Call (646) 723-9999 to see how they can help your company thrive online.