Development of a security mindset may be an affront to some executives, a poorly kept resolution for others, and a hard taskmaster for the rest. When documents hit the trash, they fade from the mind, especially once the cleaning crew arrives. However, correct document disposal yields the greatest single stroke toward tougher information security. When traveling, executives generally feel some level of relaxation once in their hotel rooms. But far from providing serenity, a hotel room can be the least-secure place on the daily itinerary.
More eyes watch and more ears listen than most executives imagine.
Technically blocking hackers from the Web server deals with only one facet of the Internet security problem. Passwords to access files and encryption to prevent compromise do not always ensure security. Poor implementation renders the best passwords and encryption schemes ineffectual. Document security often involves locking up sensitive papers at the end of each workday. While such a practice is a sound one, effective security requires a comprehensive approach.