Optimising the protection of your IT infrastructure
In today’s digital world, IT security is crucial for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The threat landscape is constantly evolving and SMEs are often attractive targets for cybercriminals. According to recent reports, 45 % of German SMEs experienced cyberattacks in 2024, 60 % of which resulted in significant financial damage. To protect your business, we have put together some best practices and recommendations.
Basic security measures
- Strong passwords: Use complex, unique passwords for all accounts. 59 % of people use the same password for all their accounts, which is a significant security risk.
- Regular software updates: Keep all systems and applications up to date to close known security gaps.
- Employee training: Raise employee awareness of cyber security risks, especially phishing attacks, which are one of the most common threats.
Advanced security strategies
- Antivirus software: Install reliable antivirus software on all devices to detect and neutralise malware and other threats.
- Firewall security: Implement a robust firewall to protect your network from unwanted access.
- Data encryption: Encrypt sensitive data to ensure that it is unreadable even in the event of data loss.
- Regular backups: Back up your critical business data regularly so that it can be restored quickly in the event of an attack or system failure
IT security: do it yourself or outsource it?
As with the question of in-house teams or IT outsourcing, there is no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to IT security. Small companies with limited resources often benefit from the expertise of external security service providers, while larger companies may want to set up an in-house security team.
B3YOND-IT offers a flexible solution here: we integrate our IT security 3XPERTS into your existing teams to create an optimal combination of internal knowledge and external expertise.
Conclusion
IT security is not an option for SMEs, but a necessity. With the right strategies and a reliable partner like B3YOND-IT, you can effectively protect your organisation from cyber threats.
Contact us at info@b3yond-it.com or use our digital contact form to find out more about how we can help your organisation implement a robust IT security strategy.
