A Challenge for Top Management

Top management bound by the fiduciary responsibility for protecting vital business information is facing increasing sophistication of this challenge in today's world.   How can business leaders meet this challenge?  There is no single answer that can help business leaders address the breadth and complexity of protecting vital business information.  However, I'd like to share two important areas of personal influence that executives can learn from to address this challenge.

Business Focus.
Protecting vital business information is not only a technology issue.   Protecting vital business information lies in the acceptance that it is a business issue first and foremost.  Technology can assist in this endeavor but cannot guarantee absolute protection.   Executives who are successful and effective in this regard, understand the value and importance of a strong business focus that leverages people, processes, and technology.  Invest in your people, constantly review and improve your processes, and wisely manage your technology resources to achieve greater returns in protecting vital business information.

Accountability.
In the wake of today's business environment, executives should lead by example and be accountable for their actions.  Creating a culture of personal accountability at all levels of your organization will assist you to do what is ethical and correct for protecting vital business information.  Accountability earns the loyalty, admiration, and respect of your employees, business partners, and clients.

Warm regards,

Jaime Chanaga, CISSP, CISA