How Solutions Providers Can Help Eliminate Shadow IT

By Vidhya Ranganathan, SVP, Products and Engineering, Accellion

Two of the major trends seen in 2015 were the rapid adoption of cloud technology and the increasing occurrence of costly data breaches. It’s safe to say that in 2016 most companies consider improving security and efficiency to be a top priority. This goal, however, is complicated by the ever-changing technology and security landscape, making it more important than ever for companies, their employees, and customers to be aware of what security risks await in 2016.

In order for enterprises to succeed in establishing the most effective security defense in 2016, it’s essential for all decision-makers to agree on an IT infrastructure that puts security first. Data breaches are an all-too-common occurrence in today’s world, and they serve as a valuable proof point for convincing less tech-savvy executives on the need for investment in secure technology. While maximizing security is easier said than done, it’s a process that will ensure peace of mind for all.

Proprietary information, whether it belongs to the company, its employees, or its customers, is constantly at risk of a data breach. As a result, enterprises are turning to hybrid and private cloud solutions that are capable of ensuring that all information is kept safe and compliant with stringent industry regulations. While it’s uncertain what kinds of data breaches we’ll see in 2016, if current trends continue 2016 could see the highest volume of cyberattacks of any year on record. As a result, corporate IT departments are looking for the right combination of solutions to keep their data safe from both cybercriminals while still enabling employees to work efficiently.

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