Electronic Risk Management Case Study
Digital Forensics Corporation’s team of computer forensics experts were commissioned to create e-mail policies for one company that had existed without them for several years. Because the policies had not been in place, employees were not informed that their e-mails were available to their employers to read and monitor, causing dissension and threats of lawsuits. Digital Forensics Corporation developed the policies that were able to safeguard the company and prevent employees from misusing the e-mail and the Internet in the future.
When Should Your Business Conduct an Electronic Risk Assessment?
Electronic risks are easier to manage before they turn into an investigation, lawsuit, or data loss. Businesses should consider an assessment when:
- Employee email or internet policies are outdated or unclear.
- Sensitive data or intellectual property may be leaving the company.
- Employees have unnecessary access to confidential information.
- Your business is preparing for major staffing or technology changes.
- An employee complaint or internal incident raises concerns about digital activity.
- Your company has recently experienced a data or security incident.
You do not need to wait until something goes wrong. An electronic risk assessment can identify potential exposure early and help your business decide what protections should be put in place.
