Staying Secure While Traveling: A Digital Safety Guide

I'll be traveling next week for a client meeting, and it's got me thinking about something that doesn't always make it onto our packing lists: digital security.

As someone who's spent years helping businesses protect their data, I've learned that business travelers are prime targets for cybercriminals. When we're rushing between meetings, connecting to hotel Wi-Fi, or working from airport lounges, our valuable corporate data becomes surprisingly vulnerable.

Before You Pack: Your Digital Security Checklist

Give Your IT Team a Heads Up

Use a VPN (This is Non-Negotiable)

Always use a reputable VPN when connecting to any public Wi-Fi. A VPN creates an encrypted tunnel for your internet traffic, making it much harder for cybercriminals to intercept your data.