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Home » Topic » Technology » Cybersecurity

Data Security for Owners and Contractors: Protect Construction Investments From Catastrophic Loss

by Kelly Ruane Melchiondo | Sep 10, 2020
Contracts | Cybersecurity | Insurance | Risk | Risk Management | Technology

As project owners and general contractors increasingly rely on cloud data storage, email and file sharing platforms, cyber insurance is the just the first step to protect against the risk of catastrophic data loss.

Best Practices for Data Privacy and Cybersecurity in a Virtual Construction Work Environment

by Frederick D. Cruz, Jane Davidson | May 20, 2020
Cybersecurity | Risk | Risk Management | Technology

The transition to remote work requires contractors to be aware of creative phishing attempts, potential data breaches, vulnerability to ransomware and malware, in addition to privacy threats.

Construction Cyber Hygiene: A Staple in Today’s Infectious World

by Richard Volack | Apr 22, 2020
Cybersecurity | Technology

The shift to remote work has given hackers more ways to infiltrate networks. Practicing good cyber hygiene can ward off cyber-attacks that proliferated along with COVID-19 .

Top Issues and Trends for Construction Contractors to Watch in 2020

by Danette Beck | Feb 25, 2020
Cybersecurity | Economy | Insurance | Risk Management | Safety

Market issues, such as labor shortages, trade tariffs and severe weather events, can affect profits and hamper contractors’ ability to control risk.

Trust but Verify: Why Cybersecurity Is Important for Construction Contractors

by Robert Coro | Feb 25, 2020
Cybersecurity | Risk Management | Safety

Educating staff and taking precautions to prevent cybersecurity attacks is essential. Trust but verify.

2020 Cyber Risk Outlook

by Jeffrey M. Dennis, J. Nathan Owens | Feb 6, 2020
Cybersecurity | Risk Management | Safety

As cyber threats increase in numbers and complexity, contractors can take steps to reduce the chances of a cyberattack and the cost associated with it.

Schemes, Scams and the Cost of Occupational Fraud

by Joshua Levy, Eric J. Meier | Jan 27, 2020
Cybersecurity | Risk | Risk Management | Surety Bonding | Technology

Fraud affects an organization’s bottom line in many ways, and few companies know why it occurs, what to look for or how to stop it.

Simple IT Strategies to Keep Cyberattacks at Bay

by Sumir Karayi | Oct 24, 2019
Cybersecurity | Technology

A recent study shows that the construction industry suffers significantly more security breaches than other industries.
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