Most people don’t realize that having a reliable cloud backup in place is not only an effective way of securing company data, but also allows for more efficient business processes. One example of this is in the case of off-boarding an employee. 3 ways cloud backup simplifies the employee off-boarding process 1. Unlimited data retention ensures you are always protected Cloud backups can secure your data for as long as you need it to. If you’re operating in a highly regulated industry where audits are common and you cannot afford data loss, cloud backups ensure that you can offboard employees worry-free. 2. Cloud backup conserves deleted contacts Employees will frequently erase files, delete emails, and/or empty their recycle bins before leaving a company. In most cases, once an employee does this and leaves your company, the data is almost always irrecoverable and gone forever. Even a native Office 365 backup won’t be able to protect you in scenarios like this. Having a reli

The future growth and success of your company could very well be destroyed should this data get leaked. So what’s the biggest threat for a data leak happening? Your employees. That’s right, employee’s sending sensitive information accounts for almost all of the data leaks to businesses across the globe, even more so than external factors like hackers and cyber attacks. So you’re probably wondering: How can I actually keep my employees from sharing our information, whether it be on purpose or accidentally? Simple: The only way to keep company data safe is to prevent it from getting out in the first place. In today’s post, we’re going to give you a step-by-step guide to reduce the risk of data leakage and keep your business running smoothly. What counts as “sensitive information”? Data is noted as the most valuable company asset; even more so than physical or human capital. Tech Target defines business information as: “Sensitive business information includes anyt