When it comes to being prepared, many businesses focus on file backup and security as the best protocols. And while those are certainly key parts of any competent plan, disaster recovery must cover all possibilities. Hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, and even electrical fires can wreak havoc on an unsuspecting business. Be equipped against the unexpected with document management.
How Prepared Are You?
While your IT department may spend much of the time focusing on thwarting hackers and preventing security breaches, silent threats can still be lurking. Mother Nature is powerful and can throw some unforeseen curveballs that can hinder even the most secure businesses. Document management can help you conquer physical and digital security threats.
Physical and Digital Threats
With document scanning as part of your document management plan, your files will be secure against natural and digital threats. Just as a cybercriminal can ruin your business, so too can fire decimate your documents and set your business back years.
When you scan and convert your paper documents to secure, digital files you are taking a major step forward in the security and preparedness of your company. Not only are digital files more organized and easier to access, but, because they are stored offsite, your data remains safe and secure in the event a natural disaster strikes your business. Off-site storage in the cloud or other secure server means that you will be able to access the relevant information you need from anywhere, even if your office is damaged or closed.
Why Preparation Matters
The numbers don’t lie. According to statistics from the Association of Records Managers and Administrators, more than 60 percent of companies who face a major disaster close within two years. That means if you are not ready for anything, your business faces the threat of closure in the event of a disaster.
Don’t panic, act. Get started today with a DM solution from Hilyard’s Business Solutions and be ready for a natural or man-made threat against your business. After something occurs is too late. Prepare today for tomorrow.
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