Over the last five years retail security has become an increasingly hot topic. Network and data security technologies have become quite sophisticated to match the explosion of new class of hackers and threat environments. So ongoing data protection is not an option anymore; rather it is the rule. Organizations of all sizes need all inclusive, consistent data security measures.
Educating the ones left behind and those that are still catching up has been ongoing. Despite all these efforts to constantly educate businesses, several have taken no action or have taken partial piece-meal steps. Many retailers still don’t understand the seriousness of data loss. Monetary losses can destroy a business but the intangible losses can be even more devastating. Businesses just can’t let their guard down, especially when there is a consistent increase in credit card transactions.
Retailers who have made every effort to keep up with data security and compliance have stayed ahead of the curve. They have understood the challenges and returns, and successfully outsourced this portion of their business to Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs).
Why do retailers pick a managed security services provider rather than doing it in-house? Here are the top 3 reasons why:
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Merchant Levels 1, 2 and 4 pick Omega over other MSSPs because of the track record and predictable successes Omega has had with the retail, gas and petroleum, and restaurant industries. Omega has experience dealing with breached situations with all merchant levels and can help you too. Call 636-557-7777.
