Pub. 57 2016-2017 Issue 3

26 CYBERSECURITY TIPS for Small Businesses T SYS isTADA’s endorsedcompany for credit card services. One of the most loyal partners for Texas franchised dealers since 1986, TSYS is the only credit card processing service that has ever been recommended by TADA. The following article is written by TSYS and is just another service they perform for TADA members. February 6, 2017 The Internet is the great equalizer when it comes to running a business. It has allowed even small operations to expand into new and larger markets that would have been unreach- able in the past. But as businesses embrace new technology like cloud computing or establishing e-commerce websites, they need to keep cybersecurity uppermost in their plans. According to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the theft of digital information has become the most commonly reported fraud, surpassing physical theft. This means that every business that uses the Internet is re- sponsible for creating a culture of security that will enhance not only itself, but consumer confidence as well. Would you leave your brick-and-mortar store unlocked and vulnerable to a break in?Think of your online presence in the same way.  CYBERSECURITY TIPS FOR SMALL BUSINESSES — CONTINUED ON PAGE 28