Security in the new digital world is no longer a luxury or a mere piece of software added to the bottom, but it is the essential cloak that safeguards the life line of a business; its data, its reputation and its existence. In the case of Small and Medium-sized Businesses (SMBs), security is a holistic approach to stay on top of more advanced risks such as AI-enhanced phishing and ransomware. It is not confined to the old concept of a digital wall, but instead embraces a philosophy of Defense in Depth, with several levels of protection operating in concert with each other to ensure that, in case one barrier is tested, there are other barriers already in place to deal with the threat.

This integrated strategy is essential since the new attack zone has now expanded much beyond the office. Security now must be mobile and must be with the employee, Endpoints such as laptops and mobiles must be secured, email must be secured against malicious links and Identity must be checked to ensure that sensitive systems are only accessed by the relevant individuals. It is about establishing a tough environment whereby data is encrypted and backed up such that in a worst case scenario, recovery is fast and business operations are not affected. To a business owner, it is not only about IT, but it is about that sense of serenity in knowing that a reputation that has been built and financial stability is just a mouse click away on a disastrous breach.

Through the collaboration with Giacom, businesses can access a managed ecosystem of the most trusted Microsoft and third-party SaaS security solutions across the globe. This cuts out the guesswork on time-starved SMBs and offers them enterprise-quality tools which are typically the preserve of much larger corporations. The security turns into a proactive asset (not a reactive cost) through a novel digital platform, and a team of skilled technical support. It will not only make a business a hardened and secure business but it will also enable the team to concentrate on growth and innovation without the constant fear of cyber attacks.