Jan 17, 2014

For organizations across all industries, online file sharing is becoming more integral to business operations. However, companies must guarantee that they’re following the best practices when using these programs in order to ensure data safety and maximize benefits.

Cloud-based solutions are often used for sharing purposes, but there are factors to consider before implementation. TechTarget noted that finding the acceptable levels of risk and managing the security challenges in private deployments will help these offerings meet safety needs. By addressing these areas, decision makers can also ensure that users are getting the most out of their sharing service.

When sharing business files, it’s integral to make sure that the right tools are being used. An article recently appearing on Business 2 Community noted that implementing enterprise-grade solutions and keeping them updated will help secure sharing services. Having offerings geared toward company processes will help ensure that industry standards are complied with and reduce the chance for data loss.

“Document sharing platforms developed for personal use have significantly fewer encryption and privacy features built in because the intended users are not typically sharing confidential information,” according to the source. “To ensure their data stays completely private, businesses should rely exclusively on professional-level document sharing and knowledge management software tools.”