Securing the Big Return: Protecting Your Office in the Post-Pandemic Era

As companies embark on the process of reintegrating employees into the office environment, it becomes imperative to not only ensure the readiness of physical workspaces but also to meticulously evaluate the associated security risks of online viruses. Given that employees have spent an extended period working from home, the prospect of their return raises concerns about potential cyber security vulnerabilities that may accompany them.

The Home Network Conundrum

During the pandemic, many employees worked from home. While this provided flexibility, it also introduced new vulnerabilities. One of the notable challenges arises from the fact that home networks tend to be inherently less secure than their corporate counterparts and online viruses. This is particularly exacerbated by the coexistence of children engaged in online learning on the same network, potentially exposing sensitive corporate data to unforeseen risks. Furthermore, employees have, during this period, frequented public spaces like cafes and utilized public Wi-Fi hotspots, which are often less secure by nature.

In this context, it's prudent to draw a parallel with how school-going children can inadvertently bring illnesses home. In a similar vein, employees could unintentionally introduce security threats, metaphorical 'viruses,' into the corporate network. To mitigate these potential risks, we strongly recommend that small and medium-sized businesses take proactive measures by implementing additional security precautions as part of their comprehensive strategy to prepare for the return of their workforce.