It seems that the data security landscape is constantly changing. Every day, new threats arise and fresh best practices emerge to keep companies at the forefront of protecting sensitive information. PKWARE’s staff of experts in data security share their thoughts in our blog, highlighting the most current topics on data security, management, and reduction. Check back frequently and join the conversation.

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The push to transfer patient information to electronic health records (EHRs) has created a number of new concerns concerning healthcare data security. The data contained on these files has become a highly sought after target for cybercriminals. In addition to personal identification information such...
Tagged in: Data Security EHR Encryption Hacker Healthcare PHI
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As companies make the move to big data, they're encountering new issues: the cost of storage and continuously expanding volume. Big storage, explained The Register's Dave Cartwright, doesn't come cheap. Companies need to consider more sensible ways to store their data so it takes up less space ...
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Although data security is cited as one of the most important considerations for IT professionals, many companies worldwide still rely on insufficient safeguards. A recent survey conducted by B2B International found that 35 percent of businesses don't use data encryption software. The survey polled ...
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A new report from Burning Glass Technologies found that demand for cybersecurity professionals has grown more than 3.5 times faster than the demand for other IT jobs over the past five years. It has also increased more than 12 times faster than the demand for all other non-IT jobs, explained Co...
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Cloud computing strategies have only been on corporate IT radars for a few years now, but during the time, the way those teams perceive, procure and regulate the technology has changed significantly. The latest Ponemon Institute report details widespread progress since the release of its 2010 predec...
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