In today’s electronic age, virtually every industry uses email or electronic documents as a part of its competitive survival. The distribution of intellectual property, financial, and R&D information occur on a daily basis. Additionally, file sharing and instant messaging (a.k.a. IM) is becoming more popular as a corporate communication platform.

Question:
“Do you know how many employees use Instant Messaging (ICQ, AOL, MSN, etc) to communicate or share company information?”

Question:
“Do you know how many employees use personal email accounts (Hotmail, YahooMail, Gmail, etc.) to send work related documents?”

The analysis and forensic review of cyber activities by employees, business partners, vendors, etc. are valid precautions to prevent theft or misuse of your company property.