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Building a Resilient OT Security Framework in a Connected Age As biotech operations become more interconnected, remote access has delivered efficiency gains, but it has also expanded cybersecurity risks. With 74% of organizations seeing increased remote access, you need to ensure you are protecting your critical infrastructure. Check out this new blog for our partners at Palo Alto Networks to read their insights on: ∙ Building a resilient OT security framework ∙ Integrating IT and OT practices without disrupting operations ∙ Securing remote access to safeguard sensitive data Read the blog: https://lnkd.in/eu6pSS5x #Cybersecurity #Biotech #biotechnology #OTSecurity #RemoteAccess Palo Alto Networks

12 AI Predictions for 2025 As we kick off 2025, it’s clear that AI is revolutionizing the biotech industry. Check out this article on the top 12 AI predictions for 2025. From tailored solutions to regulatory changes, get insights on how generative AI is set to scale enterprise-wide, transform workflows, and make custom solutions accessible to all organizations. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gRcB6RqU #biotech #biotechnology #AI #GenerativeAI #TechInnovation #2025Predictions

The Top 8 Network & Security Trends to Watch in 2025… Our friends at Palo Alto Networks have shared their predictions for the trends that will redefine how organizations approach cybersecurity and network security in the year ahead. From the rise of secure browsers to the growing role of AI-powered threats and defenses, this blog highlights what you need to know to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Key Insights Include: ·  Secure browsers as a critical first line of defense. ·  AI's role in both defending and driving more sophisticated attacks. ·  Emerging challenges like post-quantum cryptography and multivector breaches. Read Palo Alto’s blog to learn more: https://lnkd.in/e9Y9HmKx #biotechnology #biotech #Cybersecurity #NetworkSecurity #AI #FutureOfWork #PaloAltoNetworks #SecurityTrends2025 #PartnerSpotlight

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Microsoft Purview has new data security and governance features that will also support data quality for AI integration. While 95% of organizations are developing AI strategies, data readiness remains a major hurdle, especially for biotech organizations. Legacy systems, fragmented tools, and inconsistent data quality and governance create risks that stall innovation. If you’re not familiar with it, Microsoft Purview is purpose-built to simplify data security and governance by unifying your tools and reducing complexity. New improvements include: · Data Security Posture Management (DSPM): Gain real-time insights, detect risks, and receive actionable recommendations. · Unified Catalog: Automatically inventory and tag critical data assets to drive better AI outcomes. · AI Compliance Tools: Address risks like data oversharing and manage AI assets securely. · Seamless SOC Integration: Improve threat detection with contextual insights from sensitive data classifications. We’re authorized, expert Microsoft resellers, so please let us know if you have any questions! Read more about Microsoft Purview: https://lnkd.in/eVHeeTGT #Biotech #biotechnology #DataSecurity #AIGovernance #MicrosoftPurview #DigitalTransformation #AIdata #AI

Microsoft Purview has new data security and governance features that will also support data quality for AI integration. While 95% of organizations are developing AI strategies, data readiness remains a major hurdle, especially for biotech organizations. Legacy systems, fragmented tools, and inconsistent data quality and governance create risks that stall innovation. If you’re not familiar with it, Microsoft Purview is purpose-built to simplify data security and governance by unifying your tools and reducing complexity. New improvements include: · Data Security Posture Management (DSPM): Gain real-time insights, detect risks, and receive actionable recommendations. · Unified Catalog: Automatically inventory and tag critical data assets to drive better AI outcomes. · AI Compliance Tools: Address risks like data oversharing and manage AI assets securely. · Seamless SOC Integration: Improve threat detection with contextual insights from sensitive data classifications. We’re authorized, expert Microsoft resellers, so please let us know if you have any questions! Read more about Microsoft Purview: https://lnkd.in/eVHeeTGT #Biotech #biotechnology #DataSecurity #AIGovernance #MicrosoftPurview #DigitalTransformation #AIdata #AI

AI Readiness: There's a Gap Between Vision and Reality. While 87% of business leaders believe their data is AI-ready, IT practitioners paint a very different picture. According to a recent survey, 70% of IT pros spend 1- 4 hours a day fixing data issues, and 14% spend over 4 hours per day. Many executives also don’t consider the challenges of legacy systems with limited input fields, as well as data quality and data hygiene issues. This is especially important for biotech organizations with complex, diverse datasets from clinical trials, R&D, patient records, and general business needs. AI will be transformative for biotechnology organizations, but it will require data cleanup, new data policies, and assessing and creating a plan for legacy systems and data. You won’t get accurate AI results and insights unless you address data quality issues first. Contact us if you need help creating a plan. Read the CIO story: https://lnkd.in/gwu_qqa9 #Biotechnology #Biotech #AIReadiness #DataQuality #DigitalTransformation #GenAI

New research found that 65% of employees admit to bypassing security policies to boost productivity. How can you combat this trend? The tension between security and efficiency is creating vulnerabilities that even the most advanced systems can't fully protect against. A new survey found the following employee trends: ▪ 49% reuse passwords across work apps. ▪ 80% access workplace apps from unsecured personal devices. ▪ 52% have shared confidential workplace data externally. ▪ 38% use AI tools without adhering to company data policies. Protecting intellectual property is critical for #biotech organizations, and you need to prioritize mitigating human errors, which are among the leading entry points for #databreaches. So, how can #biotechnology organizations strike a balance between productivity and security? Start by adding password managers and regular employee cybersecurity awareness training. If your team has the tools and knows why cybersecurity is crucial, they are more likely to follow your training protocols and rules. Read more about the survey: https://lnkd.in/gx7_giaf #Biotechnology #BiotechIT #Cybersecurity #DataProtection #Cyberaware #CambridgeBiotech #Infosec #KnowBe4

New research found that 65% of employees admit to bypassing security policies to boost productivity. How can you combat this trend? The tension between security and efficiency is creating vulnerabilities that even the most advanced systems can't fully protect against. A new survey found the following employee trends: ▪ 49% reuse passwords across work apps. ▪ 80% access workplace apps from unsecured personal devices. ▪ 52% have shared confidential workplace data externally. ▪ 38% use AI tools without adhering to company data policies. Protecting intellectual property is critical for #biotech organizations, and you need to prioritize mitigating human errors, which are among the leading entry points for #databreaches. So, how can #biotechnology organizations strike a balance between productivity and security? Start by adding password managers and regular employee cybersecurity awareness training. If your team has the tools and knows why cybersecurity is crucial, they are more likely to follow your training protocols and rules. Read more about the survey: https://lnkd.in/gx7_giaf #Biotechnology #BiotechIT #Cybersecurity #DataProtection #Cyberaware #CambridgeBiotech #Infosec #KnowBe4