RETAIL DATA PROTECTIONS FOR OMNICHANNEL
What is special about omnichannel retail data is that they come from various locations, both physical and digital; are updated constantly and must be synchronized effectively during the operation of the whole retailing system. The continuous flow of data via the Internet between the stores and servers is one of the targets for cyber attackers who are going to exploit them, thwart your business, or both. Cybersecurity is becoming a vital part of any omnichannel retailer. Below are some areas companies may consider improving:
Protect Cloud-based Connections
Any connection made via the Internet can be compromised. Via the Internet, attackers can get access to your data servers or steal e-commerce website's consumer information if it is not secured.
Create Alternate Routes in Case of DDoS
Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) can freeze your website for hours or even days. This is more likely to occur during the most profitable periods.
Lock Down In-Store Wi-Fi
Once the wireless network has been taken
Refine DRPs for Retail Data
Without a strong security team, most disaster recovery plans (DRPs) can become outdated and insufficient to cope with new threats emerging
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This post is based on IBM's article, Omnichannel Success Requires Retail Data Protections.