After raising awareness about online safety last week for Safer Internet Day (SID), an annual global event aimed at promoting safer and more responsible use of online technology, we continue the safety theme with today’s blog. We covered cost-effective reasons for having managed services like Managed Internet and Managed Wi-Fi a couple of weeks ago. Now we’d like to highlight the safety reasons behind your business having managed services.
Having Managed Internet and Wi-Fi services for your business enhances security in several key ways:
- Enhanced Network Security – Managed services often include built-in security features such as firewalls, intrusion detection, and real-time threat monitoring, reducing the risk of cyberattacks.
- Proactive Threat Monitoring – Managed providers continuously monitor your network for suspicious activity, helping to detect and mitigate potential threats before they cause harm.
- Regular Security Updates – They ensure that firmware, software, and security patches are updated regularly, closing vulnerabilities that hackers could exploit.
- Secure Guest and Employee Access – Managed services allow for separate networks for employees, guests, and IoT devices, preventing unauthorized access to sensitive business data.
- Data Encryption & Compliance – Many managed solutions offer encrypted connections, VPN support, and compliance with industry security regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA), protecting sensitive business and customer information.
- DDoS Protection – Managed internet services often come with distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack mitigation, preventing disruptions that could cripple your business.
Feeling safer already? When it comes to protecting your business intelligence, using service providers that you can trust your communication in and out of your company is of the utmost importance. Make sure you’ve researched all the facts, and know what your service provider is bringing to the table.
