If you ask CIOs and business owners what keeps them up at night one of the answers you’ll hear most often is securing their corporate networks and their sensitive data.
However, the risks don’t just come from bad guys outside an organization; rather some of the greatest threats to an enterprise’s data security often come from the very people entrusted with protecting it–its employees.
Of course, that doesn’t mean workers intentionally compromise their companies’ networks and data. What it may mean, though, is that they haven’t received the proper security training, or the security policies of the business aren’t being properly enforced.
Here are four ways employees can compromise your network security–and what you can do to prevent it:
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Smoked Out—Missing, Broken Detectors Blamed For Worcester Deaths
/by American Alarm Blogging TeamAccording to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), three out of every home fire deaths occur when smoke alarms are not present or not working properly. In Worcester, Massachusetts, firefighters experienced this first-hand: Five deaths in 2015 were caused by the lack of home fire alarm systems or improperly functioning alarms. This is something especially frustrating for first responders since the Fire Department not only supplies smoke alarms to older homeowners, but installs them for free. So what’s the disconnect—why are homeowners running the risk of getting smoked out?
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Did you forget to lock THIS door?
/by American Alarm Blogging TeamIt’s happened to us all. You think you may have forgotten to turn off the light or TV before you left home. Maybe you forgot to lock your car door when going into work. Maybe it was another door you forgot. Have you ever spent the day worrying that you forgot to close your garage door? When we leave the house we all go through a mental check list of what needs to be turned off or locked. Even though the garage door (either man door or overhead) is a security concern for home owners, police officers point out that the door most commonly left unlocked is the outside entry door to your garage.
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Travel Safety During the Holidays
/by American Alarm Blogging TeamFor many of us, the holidays often mean traveling to visit family and friends in other cities, states, and even across the country.
If you’re planning a family trip this year, these holiday travel tips will help you arrive at your destination safely.
However, before you set off for [insert name of your relative/family friend here]’s house, you should ensure that your home security system is working properly. Test all your burglar and fire devices as well as cameras. Let your alarm company know that you’ll be doing this and that you’ll be traveling so they know how to respond to signals when you’re gone.
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Personal Safety: Tips and Tools For The Holidays
/by American Alarm Blogging TeamThe holidays are upon us and that means big business for shopping malls and retail outlets. It also presents a wealth of opportunities for criminals looking to cash in and grab cash, credit cards, or gifts—either from your vehicle or by lifting it when you’re not looking. Here are some essential tips to help keep your personal property safe this holiday season.
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4 Holiday Retail Loss Prevention Tips
/by American Alarm Blogging TeamThe holiday season is the busiest and most profitable time of the year for retailers. It’s also a busy and profitable time for criminals.
Shoppers are flooding the malls, big box stores, and smaller neighborhood shops looking for just the right gifts for family and friends. With all the extra foot traffic, businesses must be extra vigilant, paying particular attention to thwarting shoplifters, which may include employees.
Here are four holidays loss prevention tips to help you protect your bottom line:
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Tips from Law Enforcement to Keep the Real-Life Grinches Away
/by American Alarm Blogging TeamAh, it’s that most wonderful time of the year again. Chestnuts roasting on an open fire. Jack Frost nipping at your nose. Bad guys waiting for you to let your guard down so they can ruin your plans for a festive season.
With the holidays right around the corner, we reached out to local Massachusetts police departments to ask what you can do to protect your packages as well as your homes from those real-life greedy grinches.
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4 Ways Employees Can Compromise Your Network Security
/by American Alarm Blogging TeamIf you ask CIOs and business owners what keeps them up at night one of the answers you’ll hear most often is securing their corporate networks and their sensitive data.
However, the risks don’t just come from bad guys outside an organization; rather some of the greatest threats to an enterprise’s data security often come from the very people entrusted with protecting it–its employees.
Of course, that doesn’t mean workers intentionally compromise their companies’ networks and data. What it may mean, though, is that they haven’t received the proper security training, or the security policies of the business aren’t being properly enforced.
Here are four ways employees can compromise your network security–and what you can do to prevent it:
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When You Should Change Your Door Locks
/by American Alarm Blogging TeamAlthough the best way to protect your family and your valuables is by installing a home security system, changing the locks on your doors is also an important safety measure that you shouldn’t overlook.
If you’re like most people, you probably haven’t given much thought to getting new or at least re-keying the existing locks.
That doesn’t mean you have to change your door locks on a regular basis the way you have to change the batteries in your smoke detectors. Rather, there are certain times when you should consider replacing or re-keying the locks on your doors, including:
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How to Save Money on Turkey Day
/by American Alarm Blogging TeamIf you have ever hosted a Thanksgiving meal, you know how pricey it can be. Between buying food and decorating your home, the bill can add up quickly. So this Thanksgiving, don’t spend more money than you have to on your energy bill. Follow these five tips to make your Thanksgiving both fun and frugal!
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Wearable Safety Devices for Kids
/by American Alarm Blogging TeamAs a parent, the most important job you have is keeping your child or children safe. Installing a home security system can help protect them when they’re at home, but how do you keep an eye on them when they’re not?
Well, the answer might be found in new lightweight, wearable location devices designed specifically for kids that come in a number of designs—including a smartwatch that’s also a smartphone. Here are four wearable safety devices for you to check out:
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