The COVID-19 pandemic forced many Campbell businesses to adopt a remote work setup to curb the spread of the virus. But as more businesses slowly reopen to boost the economy, some companies are considering making the remote work option permanent.

Beneficial for both employees and employers
While remote work has many benefits for businesses, such as cost savings and reduced absenteeism, it also has perks for employees.

As the cyberthreat landscape evolves, Campbell businesses have to improve their cybersecurity measures. And since human error is the main cause of data breaches, improving employees’ cybersecurity awareness through education and training should be every company’s priority.

The rapid spread of the coronavirus has forced many companies in the United States to adopt a remote work setup to slow down the infection rate. As of this writing, there are almost 2,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Santa Clara alone, and this is expected to rise in the near future.

Some businesses believe that installing antivirus software and utilizing their firewall are enough to prevent cyberattacks. But these are no longer sufficient, given the rise of more dangerous threats to business data.

Statistics show that while 43% of cyberattacks in the United States are directed at small businesses, only 14% of these companies are properly equipped to defend themselves.

Phishing attacks are becoming more dangerous these days. Before, scammers only targeted email accounts and scams were much easier to spot. Phishing attacks today also involve cybercriminals sending text messages and making phone calls to steal your confidential information.

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. To defend your company and your remote workers, […]

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. […]