Mission-Critical Business Continuity
A Few Cybersecurity Rules of Thumb
Protect Sensitive Information at Risk: Dealerships hold various sensitive data, including sales, vendor, customer, financial, equipment, and inventory information. Protecting this data is crucial to prevent identity theft, fraud, and financial crimes.
Weigh the Cost of Inaction: The global average cost of a data breach was $4.88 million in 2024 ( Statista ), while cybersecurity training costs about $2,700 annually per employee. Businesses should allocate around 10% of their IT budget to cybersecurity.
Appoint Accountability for Cybersecurity: Cybersecurity is a collective responsibility. Senior leadership must foster a culture of security and allocate resources, while all employees should follow best practices for data protection, such as password management and recognizing phishing attempts.
Protect Data with Cloud Hosting: Utilizing cloud hosting enhances security through data encryption, multi-factor authentication, and continuous monitoring, making it a vital component of a dealership's cybersecurity strategy. Proper employee training, combined with these tools, helps safeguard against cyber threats.
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The Next Frontier of RV Dealership Management
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