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ICT Systems Security

When protecting the integrity of computer-based information, prevention is best

What is it all about?

Ensuring the security of computer systems and the information they hold. This includes protecting information from unauthorised duplication and deletion and guarding electronic communications (such as e-mail) against eavesdropping.

Why is it important?

In a modern business, the information held on computers is often far more valuable than the computers themselves. The theft of designs, financial information, client lists and business planning documents would all represent a major threat to long-term business stability. The unauthorised deletion or modification of this same data could have catastrophic consequences for any business which relies on computer-based information for decision-making.

The Problem

Physical assets such as buildings and equipment can be protected by door locks and security cameras but information is more difficult to safeguard. Perhaps the most significant challenge is to identify when information has been stolen and by whom. Then begins the specialist task of determining how many copies of the stolen data have been made and where they are stored.

Unlike physical assets, data can be duplicated and distributed across the world in moments, so a rapid response is vital if the culprits are to be identified and the propagation of valuable business information is to be halted.

The Solution

No matter how slight the suspicion, cases of data theft should be investigated as soon as possible. Involving TKM as soon as the first indications of a problem come to light can prevent widespread embarrassment and expense. Upon receiving your telephone call, a specialist from TKM will discuss your suspicions with you confidentially and we will use our combined expertise to recommend a course of action. TKM can then discretely investigate the problem and identify the parties involved. By adhering to forensic and investigative procedure, the case that we build during our investigation can be used to support civil or criminal action against those involved if you chose to pursue such a solution.

In any case, a thorough investigation by TKM will protect valuable business information and provide peace of mind for investors, clients and company officers.

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