Target's high-profile data breach provides an excellent opportunity for retailers to take a step back and examine the security of their systems. Already amounting to millions of dollars in expenses, the cyber attack on Target's system reveals the urgency with which merchants must bolster their defenses and ensure best practices are being followed throughout their operations.
Proper security must be a top priority
Not only do data breaches have the potential to carry mammoth price tags, they're also a public relations nightmare. Exposing customer information can have a long-lasting impact on business.
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Proper security must be a top priority
Not only do data breaches have the potential to carry mammoth price tags, they're also a public relations nightmare. Exposing customer information can have a long-lasting impact on business.
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