8 Major Tech Issues (And How to Prevent Them)

When it’s working well, technology can streamline operations, increase productivity, and support your business objectives. But as we become more reliant on technology, its failures can cause major issues.

Want to be proactive about your company’s technology? Check out our list of 8 major tech issues and how to prevent them to get started.

Issue #1: Failed compliance that relates to technology requirements

Solution:

Regular vulnerability scans
Keeping IT systems updated
Ongoing monitoring
Mapping security controls to compliance regulations in order to identify noncompliance and document compliance

Read our blog post about the top 5 concerns companies should know in 2021 for more information about failed compliance and how to avoid it.

Issue #2: Infected devices, which underperform, become difficult to use, and present a security risk

Solution:

Antivirus and antimalware software
Malware detection (we recommend Malwarebytes)

Read our blog post about computer viruses and malware for more information about this threat and its warning signs.

Issue #3: Weak passwords and insecure password practices

Solution:

Multi-factor authentication
Longer and more complicated passwords
Unique passwords for each user and each account
New passwords every 6 months
Using a password manager

Read our blog post about the top 5 concerns companies should know in 2021 for more information about password security issues and best practices.

Issue #4: Insecure network perimeter due to multiple devices and locations accessing company information

Solution:

Multi-factor authentication
Using Cisco Umbrella on devices that access company data
Keeping antivirus software up to date on devices that access company data
Requiring devices that access company data to be encrypted
Using mobile device management software (we recommend Microsoft Intune) to monitor and manage any devices that access company data

Read our blog post about the challenges of a distributed work environment to learn more about this issue, and read our blog post about the benefits of mobile device management for more information about this solution.

Issue #5: Insider threats from current and past employees

Solution:

Limit employee access
Use separation of duties
Establish clear security processes
Control onboarding and offboarding
Utilize data monitoring and auditing technology
Use a Data Loss Prevention program

Read our blog post about the top 5 concerns companies should know in 2021 for more information about insider threats and how to combat them.

Issue #6: Data loss, whether due to human error, cyberattack, or natural disaster

Solution:

Multiple backups (daily, weekly, and monthly)
Multiple locations to store backups
Daily monitoring
Alerts for failed backups
Backing up files as well as program file data

Read our blog post about multiple backups for more information about data backup issues and best practices.

Issue #7: Inefficient IT infrastructure, which can negatively impact productivity

Solution:

Invest in an effective firewall, wireless system, and switch (we recommend Cisco Firepower and Cisco Meraki)
Get an uninterrupted power supply (UPS) for the switch and surge protectors for computers and other tech

Read our blog post about easy IT fixes for small businesses for more information about building a better IT infrastructure.

Issue #8: Physical damage to tech equipment from storms or accidents

Solution:

Regular backups
Surge protectors
Storm prep, such as unplugging power cables and power strips, taking home essential computers, and moving tech away from windows, doors, and floors

Read our blog post about creating an IT hurricane preparedness plan for more information about keeping tech safe from storms.

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8 Major Tech Issues (And How to Prevent Them)