Tip 4: Be aware of your surroundings when working with sensitive information
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The risks
Personal or confidential business information can be disclosed by mistake in the course of a conversation or phone call in public places. |
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It can also happen by exposing the screen of your laptop, tablet or smartphone to unwanted eyes. |
Useful tips
Don't talk about company confidentials matters in public places where you can be overheard (i.e. nearly everywhere). |
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Use a privacy filter (available at your IT Service Desk) if you travel often to prevent others from viewing your screen. |
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Do not expose the screen of your tablet or smartphone to unwanted eyes. |
Scary statistics
More than 75% of employees do not protect their screens from viewing when working remotely in a public place.
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