When King Henry III of England issued one of the first letters of marque, he cleverly used private sailors to strengthen his navy and boost the royal treasury, all while presenting it as legitimate privateering.
“Know Ye That We Have Granted And Given License To Adam Robernolt and William le Sauvage…to annoy our enemies by sea or by land, wheresoever they are able, so that they share with us the half of all their gain.”
This clever strategy funded the kingdom's aspirations, setting the stage for exploring and looting new territories while hindering England's enemies.
Fast-forward several centuries, and we find the essence of privateering alive and well, albeit in a new battlefield: CYBERSPACE. Today, businesses, particularly in the United States, find themselves at the mercy of digital privateers.
In a recent testimony before Congress, the FBI revealed that the People's Republic of China is gearing up to "create turmoil" by targeting the US power grid, oil pipelines, and water systems should a conflict arise over Taiwan.
As small business owners, you are not mere spectators in this digital skirmish but frontline warriors. The misconception that cyber security is a concern reserved for larger entities couldn’t be further from the truth. In reality, small businesses' agility and often less fortified digital defenses make you prime targets for these modern-day privateers.
The revelation of these threats isn’t meant to dishearten but to awaken a recognition of the critical need for robust cyber security measures. The landscape has shifted, and the onus is on you to protect your enterprise from digital marauders.
The good news? There’s a silver lining in the form of unprecedented opportunity for those ready to fortify their defenses.
Consider this: The investment in cyber security is not merely a safeguard but a strategic advantage. The narrative has evolved from viewing digital protection as an operational cost to recognizing it as a cornerstone of business resilience and growth. CEOs, business owners and their leaders are now acknowledging the indispensability of cyber security and integrating it into their core business strategies.
So, where do you stand in this evolving scenario?
This moment calls for reflection, for a candid assessment of your cyber security posture. Are you prepared for the digital equivalent of a storm at sea? Have you charted a course that navigates through these treacherous waters and seizes the opportunities they present?
The urgency cannot be overstated. The threats are real, and the consequences of inaction are grave.
We’ve made it easy for you to take the next step toward a proactive defense and invite you to join us for a complimentary 15-minute discovery call. On this call, we’ll get an idea of where your business stands to see if it makes sense to have further discussions. To do this, simply call us at 541-243-4103 or go to: https://www.10dtech.com/discoverycall/
The era of digital privateering is upon us, but so is the opportunity for unparalleled growth and security. Let’s embark on this journey together, safeguarding your enterprise and securing its future in the digital frontier.
