Remote working 'should be secure' to avoid data breaches

2009-08-10

Companies which intend to implement remote working practices should ensure their security software is fully up to date to protect against a data breach.

Martino Corbelli, marketing director at business connectivity provider Star, said remote working offers benefits to both the company and employee, but firms need to make sure it is properly implemented to avoid a data breach.

He added: "Any remote working solution should have security embedded within it so that there is no difference in security between operating at a desk in the office or working from home."

The expert also advised that companies update their employee policies so that staff are aware of what they have to do to prevent a data breach.

Firms should not let concerns of a data breach stop them from implementing the remote working system, as Mr Corbelli said there are "only positive benefits" if it is introduced correctly.

His comments follow Star's research which found that 92 per cent of small to medium-sized businesses thought remote working would help them in the swine flu outbreak.

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