SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Aug. 26, 2014 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via PRWEB - The online brand protection specialists at JW Maxx Solutions know that there are many threats to a company's reputation on a daily basis from disgruntled former employees to unsatisfied customers posting negative reviews for the world to see. However, one of the most damaging reputation threats and one that is very hard to bounce back from is that of a widespread data breach. As seen with the recent data breaches at giant corporations like Target, P.F. Chang's and more, gaining back a consumer's trust is not an easy task. Because of this, the reputation experts at this Scottsdale reputation management firm are providing these tips to assist companies in bolstering their security.
1. Make security a priority.
One of the biggest mistakes that the online brand protection specialists see that companies make time and time again is that they do not take security seriously. At JW Maxx Solutions, this leading reputation management firm has set up multiple security barriers that make it extremely hard for hackers to get through. Adding multiple layers of security and authentication is one of the best ways to protect the company against a security breach. Regularly changing passwords is advised as well.
2. Invest in protective measures.
Firewalls and secure networks are a must in a world where even the databases of top government agencies are being hacked. While a secure network might cost the company more, it will be worth it in the end. Make sure that the office's Wi-Fi password is kept in a secure place and is only known to a few, select people. In addition, firewalls should be placed on servers and sites that could be potential security risks should be blacklisted while employees are at work shares the Scottsdale reputation management firm of JW Maxx Solutions.
3. Security starts at the office.
It is easy to invest in fancy software and other protective measures, but the online brand protection specialists stress that teaching employees the basics of a secure work environment. These basics include strong passwords that are changed on a regular basis, the best ways to spot phishing attacks, advice on not opening up questionable emails, only visiting safe sites and more.
In the end, there is a lot that goes into securing the workplace so that data breaches do not happen. If a data breach does unfortunately occur, it can take months or even years to gain back consumers' trust in the brand or spending their hard-earned money at that business. This may seem like a daunting task, but with the help of professionals, it can be a lot easier to tackle.
The reputation management firm of JW Maxx Solutions is located in Scottsdale, Arizona, and part of a fine family of companies including Reputation Maxx, Enterate Ahora and Prensa Ahora. Offering customized solutions to fit every need – from individual packages to small business offerings and enterprise solutions – JW Maxx Solutions is a one-stop shop for public relations, reputation management and content management solutions. For more information, visit http://jwmaxxsolutions.com.
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