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Data Loss Prevention and Tricent: A Powerful Duo to Protect Your Sensitive Data

Don't Let Your Past Haunt You: Secure Your Data Today   Today, data is the lifeblood of any organization. However, as an increasing amount of data is generated and shared, the risk of data loss also grows. That's where data loss prevention (DLP) comes in.   DLP is a set of measures and technologies designed…

By Tricent · January 13, 2025

Don’t Let Your Past Haunt You: Secure Your Data Today

 

Today, data is the lifeblood of any organization. However, as an increasing amount of data is generated and shared, the risk of data loss also grows. That’s where data loss prevention (DLP) comes in.

 

DLP is a set of measures and technologies designed to protect sensitive information from falling into the wrong hands. It works by monitoring and controlling the flow of data within an organization, preventing accidental or intentional leaks. Think of it as a security guard for your data, constantly watching for suspicious activity and taking action to prevent breaches.

 

DLP is essential, but it has its limitations.

 

It’s like a forward-looking shield, protecting your data from future threats. But what about the past? What about the sensitive data that was shared before your DLP policies were in place?

 

That’s where Tricent comes in. Tricent is a powerful tool that complements DLP by mitigating past data-sharing risks. It’s like a time machine for your data, allowing you to go back and secure past shares, even those made by former employees or before data protection regulations like GDPR were in place.

 

Here’s a quick comparison of DLP and Tricent:

 

FeatureDLPTricent
FocusPrevents future data sharingMitigates past data sharing
ApproachProactiveReactive
ImplementationComplex and time-consumingQuick and easy
Impact on CollaborationCan sometimes hinder collaborationCan enable collaboration by eventually unsharing files

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