When you’re travelling for work (or working while you travel), your computer and other electronic devices are far more at risk than when they are in your home or office.
Generally, when you’re travelling, there are three major threats to your devices:
- Accidental damage
- Theft or loss
- Data loss
In a country as large as Australia, travelling by air for business is a necessity for many of us. Roy Morgan research from 2016 asked respondents whether their last domestic flight was for business or leisure purposes, with 2.3 million Australians reporting they flew for business reasons.
A separate survey found that while business travellers keep up to $2,500 worth of valuables in their bags, only 75 per cent secure them.
Restaurants, hotels, conferences and trade shows often go hand in hand with travelling, and with that comes the issue of how to securely store your laptop or valuables in public environments while you’re networking.
Kensington, a leader in secure mobile device accessories, surveyed their list of business professionals revealing trade shows as one of the top 3 places frequent business travellers felt most vulnerable to bag theft. Public transport, airport bag collection and busy streets are other places where bags and belongings are vulnerable to theft.
In this era of big data, companies cannot afford to overlook the value of physical security for data protection. It’s not just the inconvenience or expense of replacing the stolen items that are at stake, but potentially also leaking confidential data.
It’s essential to investigate the latest security products to keep your equipment safe and secure while you travel.
Much of the advice around securing your belongings isn’t always practical. It’s hard to keep your eye on your business bag at all times, especially when they’re checked in. While common sense dictates that your valuable items should stay on your person, professional thieves and travel fatigue mean that nothing is 100% safe.
However, it’s possible to reduce the risk with a combination of careful planning and high-security products.
TRAVEL BAGS
Secure business travel bags include a tamper-resistant case and anti-puncture zippers. Many of these are also padded, anti-puncture and water-resistant, making them ideal for daily use as well as travel. A business backpack may contain more valuables than your wallet, so it’s worth investing in a decent one.
SECURITY LOCKS
Designed for protecting notebook computers, a quality locking system offers protection from theft without taking up much weight or space in your bag.
SAFE TECHNICAL DEVICES
Mobile scanners, encrypted USBs and screen privacy filters are all simple ways to protect important data from hacks and theft. In public spaces, there may be a higher risk of information leakage, and the use of this technology can help to reduce that.
KEEP RECORDS
Keep a visual or written record of the contents in your checked and carry-on luggage. This can help in the event of a theft and also serves as a memory jogger for items you need to take with you.
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