Shielding your company against information compromise

With the growth of information technologies and with more firms partnering, a major concern for organizations today is the protection of competitive information from thieving. Firms must develop an understanding of the multidimensional flavor of defensive intelligence and its challenges in a bureauc...

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Published in:Information management & computer security 2000-08, Vol.8 (3), p.117-130
Main Authors: Helms, Marilyn M, Ettkin, Lawrence P, Morris, Daniel J
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Business information
Companies
Competition
Competitive advantage
Competitive intelligence
Computer security
Costs
Cybersecurity
Espionage
Exact sciences and technology
Information
Information and communication sciences
Information and communication technologies
Information science. Documentation
Information superhighway
Information technology
Information work
Intelligence
Marketing
Miscellaneous
Sciences and techniques of general use
Small business
Studies
Theft prevention
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Summary:With the growth of information technologies and with more firms partnering, a major concern for organizations today is the protection of competitive information from thieving. Firms must develop an understanding of the multidimensional flavor of defensive intelligence and its challenges in a bureaucracy, examine companies' vulnerabilities and implement some basic defensive intelligence measures in order to protect their organization's knowledge. Organizations must address major areas of vulnerabilities, including employees, partners and public information. Firms can take specific actions to minimize successful acts of espionage such as protections preventing unauthorized use of information systems. Companies should develop a set of priorities and determine where and to what degree security procedures need to be implemented. Beyond security, employing proactive measures can provide a valuable weapon for the long-term prosperity of your firm.
ISSN:0968-5227
2056-4961
1758-5805
2056-497X
DOI:10.1108/09685220010339228