{"id":6763,"date":"2024-02-21T14:05:49","date_gmt":"2024-02-21T12:05:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www-devel.nextlog.fi\/?page_id=6763"},"modified":"2025-04-29T12:58:26","modified_gmt":"2025-04-29T09:58:26","slug":"insights-security-on-the-move","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.nextlog.fi\/en\/insights-security-on-the-move\/","title":{"rendered":"Insights – Security On the Move: Some simple tips to increase IT security in transport companies"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Security On the Move: Some simple tips to increase IT security in transport companies<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Published 22\/02\/2024<\/p>\n

\"Tips-to-increase-IT-security-Data-security-Logistics-planning-Cyber-threats\"[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text]In transport companies, where the core of the businesses consists of flexibility and efficient logistics planning, IT security becomes a fundamental component in protecting sensitive information and ensuring smooth processes. As the usage of internet and digital platforms increase, especially with the rise of remote and hybrid working, the threats to corporate data have also increased extensively. Securing companies’ IT infrastructure and sensitive information is thus crucial to avoid potential cyber threats and crimes. In this article, we highlight the importance of IT security for transport companies and give you some practical tips for improving data security in an ever-changing digital world.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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What is IT-security?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

IT security and data security is the protection of a company\u2019s data and resources from unauthorized access. It includes a set of measures aimed at protecting networks, systems, software and data from threats and attacks.<\/p>\n

For transport companies, IT security is not only a technical issue, but it is also crucial for protecting the logistics, complying with laws and regulations, and ensuring customer trust. IT security also includes managing potential risk situations and ensuring a continuous and secure flow of information between different units and systems. It is furthermore important to educate employees about data security to reduce the risk of fraud attempts.<\/p>\n

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Tips for improving IT-security<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Strong passwords <\/strong><\/p>\n

Implement a password policy that requires complex passwords. Choose passwords that are strong and unique and ensure a clear routine for updating passwords. Don’t use the same password for multiple services and change your password regularly.<\/p>\n

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Two-factor authentication <\/strong><\/p>\n

We recommend two-factor authentication (2FA) that requires two forms of identification to access resources or data. Two-factor authentication makes it more secure to log in and protect accounts, as an additional identifier, in addition to a password, is required to log in to a service.<\/p>\n

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Use company computers only for work related tasks<\/strong><\/p>\n

If possible, distinguish between private and business needs. Dedicate the company computers to work related matters and use private computers for other services. This is especially important if your computer is used by multiple family members.<\/p>\n

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Be wary of suspicious emails <\/strong><\/p>\n

For most small to medium-sized businesses, fraud attempts can be avoided by a healthy dose of suspicion of external emails. Being vigilant and questioning the legitimacy of incoming emails can serve as protection against potential scams.<\/p>\n

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Educate your staff <\/strong><\/p>\n

Educate your staff on IT security best practices and raise awareness of potential threats. Human error is one of the most common causes of security incidents. By raising awareness, businesses can reduce the risk of cyberattacks and fraud attempts. A well-informed workforce is an important line of defense against these types of security threats.<\/p>\n

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Backups <\/strong><\/p>\n

Create regular backups of critical data in case of cyberattacks or system failures.<\/p>\n

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Contingency plan <\/strong><\/p>\n

Companies should have a well-developed contingency plan in place to be able to quickly manage and minimize the impact of any security incidents.<\/p>\n

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Investing in IT security is not only a necessity, but also a strategic measure to protect a company’s reputation and trust. By following these tips and staying up to date with the latest trends in IT security, carriers can, in addition to protecting their digital environment, also ensure that every delivery is made safely and efficiently with minimal security risks.<\/p>\n

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LogiControl and data security<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Data security is a topic that has a high priority at NextLog, given that we develop and provide a comprehensive system that should keep our customers’ information safe and inaccessible to third parties. Our goal is to constantly improve and develop LogiControl<\/a> <\/strong>with the aim of maintaining user-friendliness and to make the system, if possible, even more secure.<\/p>\n

In LogiControl, it is possible to activate two-factor authentication for login. We also recommend that each user has a personal user account with a strong and unique password that is not used in any other service. Read more about the benefits of LogiControl here<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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