Data is the lifeblood of the digital age. It’s estimated that more than 2.5 quintillion bytes of data are created every day — an astonishing total that is both abstract and illustrative. It’s also just the beginning. Data usage increased by nearly 50% during the COVID-19 pandemic, and today’s digital-first ethos ensures this trend will continue well into the future.
What’s more, this data is incredibly valuable and uniquely vulnerable. It’s been half a decade since data surpassed oil as the world’s most valuable commodity. However, many organizations are still grappling with the security implications of collecting and storing such valuable resources.