In today’s data-driven world, organizations are creating, storing, and transferring massive volumes of information across various platforms. With the rise of cyber threats and strict data protection regulations, secure data destruction has become a critical function in both the public and private sectors. Yet, amid this digital security focus, an equally important issue often goes overlooked: the environmental impact of data destruction. When improperly managed, discarded media like paper, hard drives, optical discs, and flash devices can contribute significantly to landfill waste and resource depletion. On the other hand, environmentally…

For decades, cybersecurity strategies were built around the idea of a secure perimeter — a digital fortress that, once breached, allowed relatively free movement inside. This model assumed that threats originated outside the network and that anyone or anything inside could be trusted. As long as the “walls” held, data and systems were considered safe. However, as organizations embraced mobile devices, cloud platforms, and remote work, the limitations of perimeter-based security became clear. Business networks are no longer confined to offices. Employees work from home, use personal devices, and connect…

Goodbyes rarely feel natural, especially when they mark the end of something truly meaningful. As I pen these reflections, I’m filled with mixed emotions—gratitude for the journey, sadness in parting, and hope for what lies ahead. After more than five years with Prepaway, this is my final message as I transition to a new chapter in my professional life. This role has been more than just a job—it’s been an education, a challenge, a privilege, and most importantly, a deeply rewarding experience. It’s remarkable to look back and think about…

Ransomware has evolved from a disruptive inconvenience into a dominant and destructive force in the cybersecurity landscape. Once regarded as simple digital vandalism, these attacks have grown into calculated operations, orchestrated by sophisticated threat groups who combine technological expertise with psychological manipulation. The past few years have seen not just an increase in volume but in intensity, scale, and consequences. By 2021, ransomware had fully matured into a weapon of economic and strategic disruption. Governments, healthcare institutions, schools, and private enterprises all found themselves at the mercy of attackers who…

Cybersecurity is no longer a peripheral concern—it’s a business imperative. As organizations become more digitally connected, their exposure to cyber threats grows in scale, complexity, and impact. No matter the industry or size of the business, cyber risk must be treated as an integral component of enterprise risk management. Yet, many companies still approach cybersecurity reactively, often after a significant incident occurs. In this article, we explore how to transition from reactive to proactive cyber risk management. We’ll discuss why traditional risk assessments are no longer enough, how sector-specific risks…