Computer-hacking stories emerge on a near daily basis. They range from customer data being stolen from large consumer companies to confidential government files being compromised. We’ve even seen the sports world affected when one major league baseball team hacked into the scouting system of another team (Unfortunately, my favorite team was guilty of the hacking!).
Similar issues arise in the CAD and data management arena as well. Our customers need to protect their 2D and 3D CAD drawings and models from competitors, former employees, overseas business partners and suppliers, etc. While providing consultative and/or support services for our customers, we frequently receive information electronically, in order to review and troubleshoot. In order to protect our customers and their data, we recommend the following safeguards:
While these precautions may seem like overkill, they are essential to protect your valuable data and all parties involved. With busy schedules and pressing deadlines, we are always looking for work to be completed as quickly as possible. Expediency, however, should never be placed ahead of data security and proper company procedure.
Hagerman & Company’s goal is to provide customers with the best and most responsive consulting and support services in the industry. We also want to make sure that our customers’ precious intellectual property is protected and will strive to do everything in our power to enable that.