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Secure Communications isn’t a luxury, it’s a must

            Having a secure communication system is not just a network for protecting data but also an instrument
            for upholding public trust in government institutions. By demonstrating a commitment to data privacy,
            responsible  data  handling,  transparency,  and  accountability,  governments  can  strengthen  their
            relationship with citizens, ensuring that the data entrusted to them is used for the benefit of the public
            while preserving individual rights and freedoms. This trust is essential for the functioning of a democratic
            society and the legitimacy of government actions.

            The threats faced by governments in the realm of communication are manifold and evolving. To protect
            national security and efficiently govern, secure communication is not an option but an absolute necessity.
            Government  organisations  will  be  able  to  manage  their  communications  and  feel  confident  in  any
            situation that they may encounter during daily operations if they have a secure communication platform
            such as Salt Communications in place.




            References:
            https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/security/blog/2021/10/25/microsoft-digital-defense-report-shares-new-
            insights-on-nation-state-
            attacks/#:~:text=The%20Microsoft%20Threat%20Intelligence%20Center,%2Dgovernment%20organiza
            tions%20(NGOs).

            https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/public-sector/our-insights/government-designed-for-new-times

            https://saltcommunications.com/government/

            https://www.techtarget.com/whatis/feature/SolarWinds-hack-explained-Everything-you-need-to-know

            https://arcticwolf.com/resources/blog/notable-cyber-attacks-on-government-agencies/



            About the Author


            Nicole  Allen,  Marketing  Manager  at  Salt  Communications.  Nicole  has
            been  working  within  the  Salt  Communications  Marketing  team  for
            several years  and  has  played a  crucial  role  in  building  Salt
            Communications  reputation.  Nicole  implements  many  of  Salt
            Communications digital efforts as well as managing Salt Communications
            presence at events, both virtual and in person events for the company.

            Nicole can be reached online at (LINKEDIN, TWITTER       or by emailing
            [email protected])  and  at  our  company  website
            https://saltcommunications.com/








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