Get real

The reality of any new technology - security or otherwise - rarely lives up to its promise. Once you move past the bright sheen of the product brochures and top-level user interfaces, only the practicalities of implementing the product in the real world remain. Here are 8 lessons in choosing data loss prevention technologies.

SaaS data prone to data loss, say researchers

Researchers found potential difficulties facing SaaS implementations, including legal and technical issues.

Data security remains the big issue

The loss of laptops, memory sticks, smartphones and other portable equipment storing private information is often inevitable; therefore, having an encryption solution on these devices is paramount to the security of today’s mobile society. Organizations, especially government agencies need to take a proactive approach to data security by encrypting and protecting all corporate data

Hardening the perimeter at Yes123

Yes123 commissioned Datacraft to tighten up its security, as safeguarding personal data has become paramount. The new solution offers heightened security performance as well as compliance with new government regulations.

A mobile governance strategy must underpin the use of mobile technologies at work

With increasingly sophisticated devices, such as the Apple iPad and its myriad of available business applications, there is an urgent need to put in place a mobile governance strategy to protect sensitive data, and minimize time and energy on ad hoc device management.

Check Point and Ponemon survey point to heavy data loss last year

Global survey shows how business are struggling to keep employees aware of data security and compliance requirements.

Clinix sees more efficient data protection with Cibecs

Clinix began using Cibecs in March 2010 after the company experienced continued frustrations with data loss resulting from users not following Clinix’ data backup policy, thereby exposing the company to several risks and unnecessary operational costs.

Lack of training blamed for loss of unecrypted USB sticks with confidential data

ICO issues reprimand.

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MasterCard tackles BYOD with strict conditions new
More than a year into its bring-your-own-device program, MasterCard Worldwide continuously assesses the security technology and policies that allow 30 percent of its employees worldwide to use their personal iPhones, iPads and Android devices at work.
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Unable to meet the needs for real-time monitoring with its traditional patrol system, China's Fuxi Power Plant has deployed HID Global's VertX V2000.