Physical security protects your business premises, equipment, and people from physical threats. In cybersecurity terms, this means preventing unauthorized physical access to computers, servers, network equipment, and sensitive documents. Physical security also includes protecting against environmental threats like fire, flood, and power outages that could disrupt your business operations.
Physical access often trumps digital security. An attacker who can physically access your computers can bypass many cybersecurity controls, install malicious software, or steal devices containing sensitive information. Additionally, physical security protects the infrastructure that your digital security depends on—if someone can access your servers or network equipment, they can potentially compromise your entire security system.
Physical security becomes even more important as businesses adopt remote and hybrid work models. Your security perimeter now extends to employee homes, co-working spaces, and anywhere your team works with business information or devices.
Physical security incidents can cause immediate business disruption and long-term damage. Stolen computers may contain sensitive customer data, while damaged servers can halt business operations entirely. The average cost of physical security incidents includes not just replacement equipment, but also data recovery, business interruption, and potential regulatory fines if sensitive information is compromised.
Effective physical security requires multiple layers of protection:
Access Control Systems ensure only authorized people can enter your business premises and sensitive areas within your building. This might be as simple as quality locks and keys for small businesses, or as sophisticated as key card systems and biometric readers for larger operations.
Environmental Protection safeguards your equipment and data from physical threats. This includes fire suppression systems, water detection, temperature monitoring, and backup power systems. Even small businesses should have basic protections like surge protectors and off-site data backups.
Device Security protects computers, servers, and network equipment from theft and tampering. This includes physical locks for desktop computers, secure mounting for network equipment, and policies for securing laptops and mobile devices when not in use.
Document Security ensures sensitive paper documents are properly stored and disposed of. This includes locked filing cabinets for confidential information and secure shredding for documents that are no longer needed.
Digital security measures mean nothing if someone can walk into your office and access your systems directly. Granite Technology Solutions recognizes that effective cybersecurity includes protecting your physical premises and equipment. Our comprehensive approach includes door access solutions and surveillance systems that integrate with your overall security strategy. We help you create layered security that protects both your digital assets and physical infrastructure. From access control systems to security cameras, our team provides the physical security solutions that complement your IT security measures and give you complete peace of mind.
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