5 Reasons You Need a Copier Security Action Plan
The office multifunction printer (MFP) serves as an important on- and off-ramp for both paper-based and digitally based business information. To ensure compliance with the organization's overall IT security initiatives, particular attention must be paid to this mission-critical device. In IDC's Analyst Connection issue, Keith Kmetz, IDC Program VP for Imaging, Printing and Document Solutions, answers questions about MFP security. We've highlighted his top 5 reasons you need a copier security action plan in this infographic!
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5 Reasons You Need a Copier Security Action Plan
Based on an IDC Analyst Connection white paper
- Putting your copier behind your company’s firewall is no guarantee of security on its own.
- MFPs address business information in both paper and digital form, therefore both formats must be considered in a security plan.
- Cloud and mobile technologies have merged to offer the benefit of “anytime, anywhere” access to information, but that also means greater vulnerability.
- All copier access points – like the display screen, hard drive, communication and network ports – represent opportunities to gain entry to the network.
- Documents in motion (faxes, scans) can be intercepted and used if not secured with encryption.
Read the full white paper at business.sharpusa.com/Resources/White-Papers/IDC-Security-White-Paper.
Sharp copiers and printers are designed with advanced security features to help guard against unauthorized access. Learn more at business.sharpusa.com/Document-Systems/Security.