Identifying the Weakest Link
Could it be you in the team working on a sensitive business project
Could it be you in the team working on a sensitive business project
Yet integrity is only part of the story as personality traits must also be factored in.
The saying "a chain is only as strong as its weakest link" rings particularly true in such circumstances. The weakest link isn't necessarily the most junior or inexperienced team member; it can be anyone whose actions, attitudes, or vulnerabilities compromise the confidentiality, security, or success of projects.
So how do you spot the weakest link in a team working on your sensitive projects and what can you do about it?
It’s almost impossible to know what motivates people at any given time - whether their actions are intentional, or not. In a team working on sensitive business projects, the weakest link might not be who you expect; it could be the most experienced team member, the most social, or even the most disengaged.
Human behaviour is unpredictable, and even well-meaning individuals can inadvertently compromise confidentiality. The only way to ensure sensitive information remains protected is by communicating within a contained environment where privacy is built into the process.
Compliance sets the rules, but human behaviour defines the risk!
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