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Understanding Digital Security

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There are several cyberattacks every day, and anyone might become a victim of a cybercrime, hack, or theft. Leading international brands have had fraudulent information posted on their websites, while small businesses and creative start-ups across all industries are routinely targeted because the majority of them lack adequate digital security procedures. Sadly, as our reliance on the internet and digital networks grow, hazards are also connected to it along with advantages. As a result, today’s society places a high priority on digital security.

There was a 28% increase in global attacks in the third quarter of 2022 compared to the same period last year. Additionally, over 1,130 attacks per organization each week on average were reported globally. This means this issue is a worldwide matter that everyone should be aware of.

But first, let’s go back to the basics:’=

What is Digital Security?

Digital Security refers to all methods used to protect online identities, data, and other digital assets; methods are either virtual or physical. These resources include, but are not limited to, web services, antivirus programs, SIM-equipped smartphones, biometrics, and secure devices. In other words, digital security protects your identity online.

Difference between Digital Security & Cybersecurity

While both hold similarities, they also differ from one another. Keeping your online presence safe requires using digital security (data, identity, assets). At the same time, cybersecurity protects you from unwanted access by enclosing entire networks, computer systems, and other digital components.

 Digital security is considered a subtype of cybersecurity depending on one’s perspective. In truth, digital security protects information, whereas cybersecurity safeguards the infrastructure, including all systems, networks, and data, despite the fact that many industry professionals use the two terms interchangeably.
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Types of Digital Security

As you can see, if your digital data is compromised, a lot can go wrong. Fortunately, there are many different types of security in the digital age, giving users a large selection of defense strategies. These consist of:

Firewalls

This program keeps track of online traffic, spots authorized users, prevents unauthorized access, and, if it’s up to date, will even guard against next-generation malware. Although firewalls have been around for a while, many cybersecurity professionals consider them to be outdated. A cutting-edge version, though, is a beneficial tool for blocking unauthorized users.

Antivirus Program

Your data is infected by viruses spread by malware and other harmful systems, which also cause your system to crash. In addition to identifying and eliminating these viruses, an effective antivirus program also blocks dubious programs and isolates potential risks.

Remote monitoring software

Data security teams gather information, identify issues, and remotely monitor all software and hardware thanks to remote monitoring. Administrators are able to fix any problem at any time, anywhere, thanks to remote monitoring, giving their clients flexibility and convenience.

Proxy Servers

By applying filtering criteria that adhere to an organization’s IT regulations, proxies act as a link between users and the internet. Furthermore, proxies use an authentication system to limit access and track usage while blocking hazardous websites.

Vulnerability Scanner

This program analyzes, maintains, and locates any system vulnerabilities in your company. In addition to identifying weaknesses, vulnerability scanners also prioritize them to assist you in planning your defenses. Scanners can be used by IT security teams for both internal systems and web applications.

Best Prevention Practices against Cyber-attacks

1. Ensure that all of your software and systems are updated often

Because obsolete systems or security software exposes weaknesses, cyberattacks routinely happen. These weaknesses are exploited by hackers and cybercriminals to get access to your network. Sometimes it’s too late to take preventative action once they’ve entered.

A patch management system, which keeps track of all software and system upgrades and guarantees that your system is up to date, and creates a secure online environment, is a smart investment to combat this.

2. Train your workers

One of the most common ways for cybercriminals to obtain your data is through employees. They send phishing emails asking for personal information or access to particular files while posing as representatives of your business. In fact, links appear authentic to the inexperienced eye, and it’s simple to fall for the trap. One of the best ways to combat cyberattacks and other types of data breaches is to educate your personnel about how to prevent them and keep them up to date on recent cyberattacks.

3. Prioritize endpoint security

Networks that are connected to devices over a remote bridge are protected by endpoint security. Access points connected to company networks via mobile devices, tablets, and laptops raise security issues. In order to protect these channels, endpoint protection software is needed.

4. Create a data backup

To prevent a severe slowdown, the loss of data and sensitive information, and financial loss in the event of a disaster, you really need to have your data backed up.

Data is abundant and easily exploitable. The value of that data alone attracts opportunists to cyber criminals as they simply need one successful haul to justify their efforts. The hackers use phishing scams to deceive customers in order to steal their identity or get a sizable chunk of money via a hacked credit card. Long-term gains come from learning about digital security. Protect your information and get ready.

About ITJ

ITJ is devoted to serving fast-growing and high-value market sectors, particularly the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT), working with innovative medical device companies looking to improve people’s lives. With a unique BOT (build, operate, and transfer) model that sources only the best digital talent available, ITJ enables companies in the US to create technology centers of excellence in Mexico. For more information, visit www.itj.com.

Diabetes awareness month with ITJ

This month, ITJ recognizes Diabetes Awareness

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Did you realize that more than 1 in 5 Americans with diabetes are completely unaware of their condition? The American Diabetes Association (ADA) estimates that 7.3 million people don’t know that they have diabetes and all the associated health concerns.

Throughout the nation, communities come together to raise awareness of diabetes during National Diabetes Month in November, and ITJ is no exception. To ensure that more people understand the importance and scope of this disease on a global scale, we want to keep reaching out and talking about it.

Diabetes Treatment through time

Since its first discovery in 1923, insulin has undergone purification and current synthetic production by genetically altered microorganisms. With the use of insulin analogs, kinetics, and repeatability, it was possible to target near-normal glycemia without causing hypoglycemia, already improving patients’ lives. But they were still a long way from the tipping point.

In this scenario, patients with type 1 diabetes and some with type 2 diabetes require daily insulin administration. This also entails urine used for glucose monitoring, with specific glucose monitoring cassettes and Clinitest tablets that boil the urine. Ketones were measured using color-changing tablets. 

Years later, diabetes still requires monitoring several times a day, whether calculating every meal and snack or checking glycemia using whichever method is preferred. Patients must constantly be on the lookout for symptoms of hypoglycemia. This amount of diligence is uncommon under other circumstances. Throughout the history of contemporary diabetes management, this fact has not altered. 

Since the discovery of insulin and the development of pure clinical diagnosis, diabetes management has undergone significant advancements. Now, with the technological era, there have been several life sciences innovations for making the lives of diabetes patients easier. 

Today, a multifaceted approach is used to manage insulin levels. Aside from food restrictions, increased physical activity, lifestyle changes, weight loss, and medication, there is one big life-changer: medical devices.

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The medical devices are oriented to help diabetes patients with real-time continuous glucose monitoring. This enables accurate timing of insulin pump administration without the need for finger punctures. Plus, smart insulin delivery systems automate insulin administration increasing accuracy. 

The new technological advancements have eliminated the painful and annoying tasks involved in living with diabetes a few years ago. Now there is a whole new world in the Bio MedTech industry, companies that want to continue to provide solutions that make diabetes patients’ lives easier. 

At ITJ, we continue  our mission of empowering our partners to deliver digital innovation that improves people’s lives. We are committed to helping companies solve problems like diabetes so more people can live their lives freely and without discomfort.

About ITJ

ITJ is devoted to serving fast-growing and high-value market sectors, particularly the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT), working with innovative medical device companies looking to improve people’s lives. With a unique BOT (build, operate, and transfer) model that sources only the best digital talent available, ITJ enables companies in the US to create technology centers of excellence in Mexico. For more information, visit www.itj.com.

How upskilling helps your organization ITJ

How Upskilling your Workforce Helps your Organization

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Nowadays, the world is evolving at an unthinkable pace. Keeping up with its speed has turned hard for many companies and leaders, but it doesn’t have to be your reality. 

Skill gaps remain a sensitive spot in meetings because many organizations are battling them without success. Little do they know that the solutions to this issue it’s simpler than they think.

Globalization, demographic change, and the tremendous impact of technological advancement on the global economy have created a critical issue for society: how to provide individuals with the skills they need to participate in the economy both today and the future. Because let’s face it, the talent shortage in the US has made it nearly impossible to hire any good professional for the proper compensation, inflation’s got you hand-tied, and the situation has only got worse as people expect more than ever from their employers. Why not invest confidently in the staff that you already have? 

What is Upskill and Reskill?

Upskill

Upskilling is the process of acquiring new skills so that a person is better able to perform their work duties.

Reskill

The requirement to educate an employee on a whole new skill set is known as reskilling.

As we can see, the upskilling process refers to training your staff, while respelling provides them with a new skill set. Both of them go hand in hand really. 

Benefits of Upskilling your Workforce

Filling Skill Gaps

First and foremost, you have an opportunity to bridge the skills gaps in your business with every person that stays with you. Instead of searching for and employing new personnel, teaching your present workforce is simpler and less expensive.

Saves you Money

You need to fill the position when employees leave your company. Therefore, the employment and recruitment processes are restarted. But this also entails additional expenses:

  • Advertising prices
  • Salary and benefit costs
  • Cost of training 
  • Cost of integrating into the workforce

Did you know that 52% of workers believe their employer could have taken action to keep them from quitting their position? In fact, businesses cannot afford to lose talented employees, especially given the fierce competition and tight labor market we are presently facing.

Creating a Culture of Learning

Creating a culture of learning is a considerable benefit as it avoids talent turnover. A supportive learning environment provides your employees with abilities and competencies that keep them current in their industry and keeps them with you as you boost their career paths.

Competitive Advantage Construction

As you can see, your knowledge and talents alone might give you a market advantage. Because of this, if your staff possesses the necessary abilities for today’s environment, you may improve your company’s market position and position it well for the future.

Improve Productivity

One of the key reasons for investing in upskilling programs is that you want to boost employee productivity and, as a result, expand your company’s success.

To get the best output from your workers, they must be the best in their field. They also require the most excellent workplace education they can get in order to excel in their career.

Finally, let us give you some advice: Create an upskilling program tailored to your employees, one where they can leverage themselves in every aspect they prefer to excel in. Take MiCoach by ITJ as an example, it is an in-house-designed platform for employees and everyone interested in learning about software engineering and scrum. There you will find free bootcamps, workshops, talks, and courses on the topics of your interest. The purpose of this platform is to upskill our workforce while providing them with continuous learning courses that will help them be on top of their games.

If you are interested in knowing more about it, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us!

About ITJ

ITJ is devoted to serving fast-growing and high-value market sectors, particularly the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT), working with innovative medical device companies looking to improve people’s lives. With a unique BOT (build, operate, and transfer) model that sources only the best digital talent available, ITJ enables companies in the US to create technology centers of excellence in Mexico. For more information, visit www.itj.com.