New technology can help restaurants streamline operations, attract customers and reduce costs, but many employers don’t realize the extent of their cyber risks. Even though most restaurants work directly with their customers, hackers can still target your systems for valuable financial information or intellectual property like recipes and business endeavors. You also need to protect your customers’ and employees’ personal information, as a data breach can lead to damaging lawsuits and a tarnished reputation.
It’s important to remember that no restaurant can afford to ignore cyber security. You should also consider cyber liability insurance as a key component to your risk management program. Complete the Cyber Risk Exposure Scorecard to help determine your restaurant’s level of cyber risk.