Data protection is more important than ever. A quick Google search on cybersecurity best practices would yield results related to regularly updating antivirus software, creating strong passwords, training employees to spot phishing attacks, and using virtual private networks (VPNs).

VPNs work by cloaking users' IP addresses and providing end-to-end encryption for devices that connect to the internet, effectively hiding the identity of users.

Remote work policies have become a necessity not just because of the current coronavirus crisis, but also for the ways they improve a company’s bottom line and efficiency. Yet despite remote work’s benefits, it leaves you and your company exposed to online scams and other cybersecurity threats.

Businesses are still grappling with the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, and one way they’re dealing with the situation is by implementing remote work policies. The global health crisis is driving them to unlock the full potential of working remotely, allowing people to work through quarantines, as well as keep companies and even economies afloat.

While being able to let your staff work from home is a distinct advantage, you still need to execute your remote strategy properly. A big part of this is the hardware your staff has at home. In addition to the primary items like computers and smartphones, these are the items your employees need to have.