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It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year... for Data Classification!
As we reflect on the year since “Last Christmas”, it’s clear: proper labeling and classification have never been more important. Whether it’s ensuring Santa delivers the right presents (Santa Baby, take note!) or protecting sensitive business data, here’s why I’m passionate about classification:
Visual Marking – Just like color-coded wrapping for your spouse’s gifts, clear labels ensure everyone knows what’s inside without opening the box.
Metadata – The story behind the data! Classification tags make it easy to find, understand, and use data appropriately.
User Awareness – A little guidance goes a long way. Classifications empower users to handle information correctly, reducing risk.
And as we look ahead, what will the next 12 months bring for Data Classification? Expect advancements in automation, deeper integration with security tools, and a growing emphasis on user-centric approaches.
Here’s to a classified and secure holiday season! How are you planning to level up your data strategies in the new year?
20 Years On: Why Do DLP Projects Still Fail?
Despite being around for 20 years and at the forefront of protecting organisations’ sensitive data, Data Loss Prevention programs still struggle to keep pace with ever-changing organisational requirements. Before you know it, your two most precious resources—time and money—are down the drain. To make matters worse, at the same time, the risk to data security just keeps getting higher.
Join Fortra's Ian Davies and Jenny Hamm in discussing why “By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail" is a vital mindset when planning DLP programs and what to consider to avoid the latter:
• Which vital questions should precede deployment details in your vendor search process
• DLP is a living evolving organism – how can you be 100% certain it can grow with your business?
• What really stands behind poorly configured DLP
• How not to set your DLP tools to orbit around theoretical cases
• There is no panacea against an overload of false positives – but visibility will bring you a long-awaited reduction. How do you get there?
Data Classification - Great product; Awful name
In the age of information, data classification has undergone a significant transformation. Gone are the days when it resembled Julius Caesar's approach. Today, Piers Chivers and Ian Davies assert that the term "data classification" is now being co-opted by the market for various purposes.
The question arises: Is the mere addition of sensitivity labels sufficient for software vendors to dub their product a comprehensive data classification solution?
In this concise 30-minute webcast, our panel of experts will conduct an in-depth exploration of the following key aspects:
- Identifying the criteria and attributes that truly matter when selecting a data classification partner.
- Understanding the core functionalities and features that substantiate a genuine data classification solution.
- Exploring why these capabilities are pivotal in safeguarding your data throughout its entire journey.
- Real-world use cases
Go Beyond One-Size-Fits-All Data Classification: Protect Data You Care about
In the dynamic landscape of cybersecurity, an increasing number of vendors promise all-encompassing solutions to address your security needs. While the concept of a “one-size-fits-all” platform may initially appear enticing in terms of business efficiency, the reality often falls short of expectations. These tools, designed for the standard organisations, frequently do not align with your specific requirements.
By adopting a best-of-breed data classification solution, you can ensure a tailored, precisely configured solution that accommodates your organisation's unique needs, whilst offering a wide array of integrations.
During this enlightening webinar, we will explore the following key themes:
- The necessity of specialised providers to fulfil the increasing granular data labelling demands mandated by data protection regulations.
- The important of sub-categorisation in developing a meaningful and effective data classification policy.
- Why high-level classification policies often fall short of meeting the compliance needs of both the organisation and regulators.
- Strategies to optimise returns on your technology investments whilst ensuring robust data classification.
Watch this webcast to learn about the intricacies of tailoring your data classification approach to enhance your organisations security and compliance whilst optimising technology investments.
Don't Classify Data. Press Send. Watch Your Heart Sink.
The speed at which businesses operate today obliges workers to increase efficiency. With the ease at which large amounts of data can be shared via email, digital media, and cloud apps, it is easy for confidential information to be mistakenly over-shared and exposed.
88% of data breaches are caused by employee mistakes—human error according to a joint study between Stanford researchers and security firm Tessian.
How many of us, relying on the autofill function, have pressed send on an email only to realise that it has gone to the wrong Dave?
Join our own Piers Chivers and Ian Davies discussion on why data classification is essential to protecting your company from accidental data loss. In their usual, “no death by PowerPoint” conversational manner they will walk you through:
- The unfortunate real-life examples of “oops” emails that could have or have turned out to be disastrous for the organizations
- How data classification enhances downstream tools’ like DLP functionality improving your ROI
- How data classification turns your staff from a risk asset to your first and last line of defense
How protected is your data?
Meet with one of our experts to assess your needs, and we'll walk you through our solution.
