To mitigate these risks, the author suggests several measures. These include ensuring data, information, and security governance functions are equipped to deal with change, updating security awareness programs, establishing clear protocols for outsourced suppliers and services, introducing systems for continuous identity verification, applying encryption to all sensitive data on employees’ devices, and taking a strategic view of the long-term risks associated with an increasing reliance on AI and automation.
Key takeaways:
- Remote working and advancements in technology can lead to potential threats such as disengagement among staff, lack of identity verification, and increased vulnerabilities due to frequent location changes.
- Over-reliance on automation can backfire, as security technology often falls short without human interaction and experience.
- Outsourcing essential services and tasks can amplify supply chain risk, as businesses lose control over key infrastructure.
- Organizations can better prepare for these risks by ensuring data and security governance functions are equipped to deal with change, updating security awareness programs, establishing clear protocols on the use of outsourced suppliers, and taking a strategic view of the long-term risks associated with an increasing reliance on AI and automation.