Working remotely is easier than ever before. The Cloud is now part of our everyday lives at work and at home. It is becoming a popular solution as bandwidth and internet connections become quicker and more stable proving very beneficial to many business’. However, there are still risks of working remotely that you still need to be wary about:
– The Cloud and WiFi. Wireless internet access is available mostly everywhere now so you can connect from anywhere you like. However, using public WiFi is a danger due to many networks being unsecured, making it a prime target for potential hackers. Be careful what information you type in and what apps you access when on public WiFi hotspots.
– Losing your devices. If a device is lost or stolen, the chances are your work will be lost unless it is saved to the right places. Also, if your device gets in the wrong hands, important information can be exploited. Make sure you have a back-up of your work just in case the worst-case scenario happens.
– Employee Efficiency. If one of your workers is constantly working remotely, how can you be sure that they’re getting all their work done? Having a workforce that constantly works remotely does not always bring benefits or success. Be sure to check their progress and when they last accessed certain documents to make sure you are getting the most out of your team.
At Matrix, we act as your ‘outsourced IT department’, providing help to businesses in Portsmouth, Fareham, Southampton and across the Hampshire region. To find out more on how working remotely will affect your specific business, please contact a member of our team on 01329 888444. Alternatively, Click here to email us or complete the consultation form on our new website: http://mtxit.com.
