Data protection is the process of protecting data and vital information from cybercrime or corruption.
Some of the business benefits of data protection includes:
Protect valuable data
Manage the cost of protecting data
Strengthen compliance efforts
Reduce the risk of external threats such as malware and other forms of hacking
Keep downtime to a minimum
Reinforce customer trust and avoid reputational damage
While data protection may be challenging for businesses, following data protection principles to ensure continuity of operations and to protect data increases ROI, client loyalty, and operational efficiency.