Cybersecurity Guide for Cloud Businesses: Secure Your Data Effectively
Leveraging cloud storage offers tech companies unmatched flexibility, scalability, and cost‑efficiency. Yet, the very convenience that attracts businesses can also expose them to serious security risks if not managed properly.
“Just as shop owners wouldn’t leave their doors unlocked, cloud‑based firms must treat cyber security as a top priority,” explains Katherine Palac, Director of Marketing at Column Information Security. With nearly 50% of companies reporting at least one data breach, the stakes are higher than ever.
Key protective measures include: Selective Migration—only move data that can tolerate potential exposure; Critical Review of Providers—don’t assume every security gap is closed; and Proactive Due Diligence—ask detailed questions and compare multiple vendors before committing.
Adopting these practices lets you reap the full benefits of the cloud while keeping sensitive information safe. For deeper insights, consult the accompanying guide.

The author is Katherine Palac, Director of Marketing at Column Information Security. Palac has focused on global B2B marketing and communications strategy for 20 years, primarily in the professional services, financial services and technology spaces.
Internet of Things Technology
- 5 Essential Security Practices for Protecting Data with AWS Backup
- How Cloud Computing Empowers Small and Medium‑Sized Businesses
- Fog vs. Cloud: Optimizing IoT Deployments for Speed and Scale
- UK Cybersecurity Guidelines for Connected Vehicles: A Solid Foundation, Yet More Depth Needed
- Why the Cloud Is Not the Only Solution for IoT Success
- Urgent Action Needed to Counter Cyber Threats to Critical Infrastructure: New Report Highlights Industrial IoT Risks
- Four Proven Steps to Secure Your IoT Devices: A Comprehensive Software Assurance Blueprint
- SaaS & Cloud: Shaping the Future of IT
- 2022 Cybersecurity Landscape: Scope and Impact on IT
- On-Premise vs Cloud: How to Choose the Right Infrastructure for Your Business