Why a Data-Centric Cybersecurity Strategy Matters
Modern organisations are facing an escalating data management dilemma. The rapid adoption of digital transformation, cloud migration, remote work, and bring your own device (BYOD) policies has moved vast amounts of sensitive data beyond the organisation’s direct physical control. Information that was once securely stored and accessed within trusted corporate networks is now retrieved through a diverse mix of personal devices, cloud platforms, and potentially unsecured connections. This shift has expanded the attack surface, making valuable corporate data a prime target for cybercriminals who exploit any gap in visibility or control. Despite being aware of these risks, many businesses still struggle to strike the right balance between data accessibility and security. According to a Harvard Business Review survey, nearly half of respondents identified the detection and prevention of data theft as a “high” or “very high” security concern. However, convenience and functionality often take ...