Nearly all IT companies in the country are under pressure to protect against data loss, according to a survey conducted by security solutions provider Websense.
Ninety eight per cent said they are under pressure to protect against data loss. Reputation risk and potential loss of customers emerged as two major concerns amongst IT decision makers if a data breach was to occur. 89 per cent of respondents said that it may lead to loss of customers while 82 per cent said that it will result in loss of reputation. 31 per cent of the respondents said that it may have negative impact on the share price of the company.
“The survey findings clearly suggest that data security is among the top issues for IT management and confidentiality of data is critical despite tough economic conditions and increased compliance issues,” said Surendra Singh, Regional Director, SAARC & India, Websense, Inc.
