It seems axiomatic that physical data security needs physical protection. Wouldn’t the best protection come from being physically present to address issues? In fact, data centers across the country, or even the globe, provide more consistent, reliable, and all around better security. Let’s unpack the physical security concerns you need to address. Then we can look at how data centers are better equipped to meet those needs.
Physical security issues affect every business at one point
When it comes to cybersecurity, no team has enough hours to fully defend against every possible intrusion or attack. But even the strongest, most up-to-date hardware and software cannot stop manual tampering, accidents, or natural disasters. Consider everything that needs watching: access logs, building conditions, external threats, fire protection, and security cameras. Add secure air handling, natural disaster management, and parking lot traffic patterns. Then add two-factor authentication, hardened security layers, and GPS or RFID tracking of individuals. That is simply too much data for one person, or even a small group, to process efficiently. Even with technology on their side, a single company’s resources pale next to a data center’s physical security systems.
Why data centers deliver better physical security than in-house support
With any on-site security detail, a human being must eventually decide how to respond to a concern. Humans are the weak point in any system, but not because of any inherent corruption. They simply cannot respond with the same speed and precision as a data center’s command system. Data centers offer the advanced technology, continuous monitoring, and immediate solutions to any threat, often through cloud security. An on-site technician might be an expert in one or a few areas of physical data security. A data center, however, has expertise in every necessary area. It also has a task force that never sleeps, never takes breaks, and never needs to eat or leave.
Keeping systems going, even during disruptions
No one wants to hire an untrustworthy employee, but industrial espionage is not unheard of. It is reasonable to keep the ultimate authority over data security from becoming a temptation for the unscrupulous. Data centers take the risks out of the hands of employees, enhancing the security of your data. If a legitimate physical breach does happen, private cloud backups of your data, websites, and applications come online immediately. Users and clients alike keep uninterrupted access and services.
Let Volico take the guesswork out of protecting your business
To explore what a data center can do for your physical security needs, Volico is here. Have one of our friendly experts contact you to begin the conversation.
