When it comes to employee collaboration on files, IT managers all have nightmares about something going awry. Scenarios in which random end users leverage insecure file-sharing services to spread sensitive company documents, especially on unprotected networks while on the road is particularly troublesome. The real possibility that these documents get into the wrong hands is only one example.
In the current hybrid business environment, remote access to sensitive files is necessary for businesses to grow. In fact, much to the chagrin of IT teams, employees frequently use consumer file-sharing solutions to meet their collaboration needs. But these consumer solutions can put corporate data at significant risk. In fact, Digital Guardian reports 80% of risky file sharing incidents involved “accidental” sharing by employees. Without access to an IT-approved secure collaboration solution, employees will continue to turn to other sources to meet their sync and share requirements.
Bottom line, file sharing is here to stay. Today’s workers will use them – in whatever form they can – to achieve their productivity needs. Your best bet: give them what they need while also assuring the security, control and compliance that will protect your vital business information. In this buyer’s guide we outline the top features you need to consider when selecting the secure, business-grade file collaboration solution your business, and its users, requires.