“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.”
These were the words of King Henry III of England as he authorized one of the first letters of marque, effectively employing private sailors to bolster his naval power and fill the royal coffers, all under the guise of lawful privateering. This clever maneuver not only funded the kingdom’s goals but also paved the way for the discovery and plunder of new territories, all at the expense of England’s adversaries.
Centuries later, privateering continues to thrive, albeit in a new battlefield: cyberspace. Today, businesses, particularly in the United States, find themselves at the mercy of digital privateers.
The FBI recently testified before Congress that the People’s Republic of China was preparing to “sow chaos” by taking down the US power grid, oil pipelines and water systems in the event of a conflict over Taiwan.
As entrepreneurs running small businesses, you are not mere spectators in this digital skirmish but frontline warriors. The idea that cybersecurity is a concern reserved for larger entities is far from accurate. Small businesses are often prime targets for modern-day privateers due to their agility and weaker digital defenses.
Disclosing these threats is not intended to discourage, but to awaken a recognition of the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures. The landscape has shifted, and it is now your responsibility to safeguard your enterprise from digital marauders.
The good news? There is a silver lining in the form of unprecedented opportunity for those ready to bolster their defenses.
Consider this: Investing in cybersecurity 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 and business executives are now acknowledging the vital importance of cybersecurity and integrating it into their core business strategies.
So, where do you stand in this evolving scenario?
It’s time to pause and reflect, to honestly evaluate your cybersecurity posture. Are you prepared for the digital storm that is coming your way? Have you charted a course that not only navigates through these treacherous waters but also seizes the opportunities they present?
It is extremely important to act quickly. The threats are real, and the consequences of inaction serious.
Join us for a complimentary 15-minute discovery call and let’s move forward together towards a proactive defense strategy. On this call, we will 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 281-646-1200 or click here.
The era of digital privateering is upon us, but so is the opportunity for unmatched progress and security. Let’s embark on this journey together, safeguarding your enterprise and ensuring its future success in the digital frontier.
