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BIOTECH IT IN 2025: 6 Infrastructure Trends that will Shape Your Success.

 

With IT infrastructure spending in biotech expected to increase by 35% through 2025, the stakes couldn’t be higher. And when the cost of a single data breach now exceeds $5 million, investing in robust IT isn’t just smart—it’s survival.

Let’s dive into six critical IT trends that will shape the future of biotech success—and how you can get ahead of the curve.


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In the fast-paced world of biotechnology, intellectual property (IP) and sensitive research data are more than just valuable assets—they’re the lifeblood of innovation. As biotech companies increasingly adopt digital platforms and cloud-based solutions, safeguarding this information isn’t just about compliance; it’s about survival in a fiercely competitive industry.


The Hidden Costs of Poor IT Infrastructure in Biotech: What You Don’t See Is Hurting You

In biotech, innovation is everything. Whether it’s discovering the next breakthrough drug or pushing the boundaries of genetics, your success depends on precise research and seamless operations. But what happens when your IT infrastructure isn’t built to keep up with your ambitions? You may not see the impact immediately, but trust us—poor IT systems are costing your company in more ways than one.

Here’s a closer look at the hidden costs of inadequate IT infrastructure and why it’s time to stop putting off those much-needed upgrades.


How Cloud Solutions Are Transforming Biotech Scalability: The Secret Sauce for Growth

Ah, biotech—where breakthroughs are made, and research is king. But while your team is busy unlocking the mysteries of life, your IT systems might be stuck in the Stone Age.

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Microsoft Deprecation of Basic Authentication in Exchange Online.

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It's no mystery (nor a surprise) that threat actors are actively taking advantage of employees working from home. Protections that were built to protect organizations on-premise no longer secure remote workers.

Learn More about Security in the new Landscape HERE

Your staff is your weakest security link and that's even more true today with so many working remotely facing increasing cyber risks. Your staff is also your greatest asset, so show them that you value them by getting them trained to combat the cybersecurity challenges they're now facing - let them know they're not alone and you support them.

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While we specialize in cybersecurity solutions, there’s professional organizations (in other critical infrastructure sectors) we often collaborate with, to help support the community.

How Secure is Zoom?

Seemingly overnight, Zoom has become one (if not the) most popular way to conduct remote conferences and meetings. The immediate need for remote worker communications and collaboration created a huge demand, and their offering of free 40 minute calls certainly helped spike it’s new popularity.

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Infragard National Members Alliance

COVID-19 Awareness

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March 22, 2020

Received on behalf of Infragard (partnership between the FBI and members of the private sector), we wanted to share this great resource in support of awareness and education for dealing with the COVID-19 outbreak. Please share it with your friends, family and colleagues.

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