TECHNOLOGY frequently reactive and undertaken under extreme pressure , but the opportunity is there for 2021 to be different .”
Cybersecurity cited ahead of digital transformation Telstra recently published a report in partnership with Vanson Bourne , revealing the impact of COVID-19 on European businesses . The research revealed that over half ( 65 %) of respondents saw a dramatic rise in cyberattacks on their organisation during the pandemic .
In addition to hacking efforts , businesses reported increased pressure from phishing ( 44 %), fake contact tracing apps and calls ( 43 %) and ransomware ( 43 %), with the greatest increase in incidents in the energy , oil , gas and utilities sector ( 80 %).
Just over half ( 56 %) cited improving cybersecurity as among the top priorities within their recovery strategy , ahead of increasing the pace of digital transformation projects ( 51 %) and increasing investment in emerging technologies ( 50 %), all of which can sharpen organisations ’ competitive edge as they emerge from the pandemic .
Matt Williams , Head of Telstra , EMEA said : “ Digital supply chains and protecting yourself from cyberattacks are mission critical . When these three elements are fully addressed – with cybersecurity underpinning the agenda – organisations will be able to emerge into the post-pandemic world with confidence .”
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