Why physical protection is so important for your data

When we talk about data protection, we often think of software solutions—encryption, antivirus programs, firewalls. But one of the most important, and sometimes underestimated, measures is the physical security of server equipment. No matter how sophisticated your software defenses are, they mean little if anyone can open the server room door and have direct access to the devices.

Access control as the first line of defense

Do you know exactly who and when has had access to your servers?

In a professional data center such access is strictly limited. Only authorized personnel can enter and only under certain conditions, such as prior registration, presenting an ID, etc. Such identification with an ID card or badge ensures that no one else has physical access to your equipment, and all client visits are logged. This is a big difference compared to many offices, where a simple lock or door code protects the equipment from unauthorized access. 

Data centers also rely on 24/7 video surveillance and offer the possibility to use a dedicated cage for your server if you require it.

The difference between an office server room and a professional data center

Many companies believe that a locked room in the office is enough to protect business and client, employee, and partner data and systems. But the reality is different:

• The office server room is often in a building with public access, limited protection, and many people passing by.
• The data center is designed specifically for protection: several levels of security, early warning systems for incidents.

This difference can be crucial not just for data protection, but also for compliance with legal and other specific requirements (such as ISO 27001 or GDPR).

Read more: Server in the office or in the data center

The opportunity to increase the trust of your clients and partners

When it comes to data protection, physical security and access to hardware equipment are an inseparable part of the process. Security, however, is also a reason for your clients’ trust. They expect their data to be safe, and any doubt can harm your business’s reputation. 

AC☁DC is a data center in Varna, which is a strategic partner for businesses from Eastern Bulgaria aiming for exactly physical and digital security for their data, business processes, and server equipment. In addition to access control and continuous monitoring, our clients can rely on a disaster recovery point if their servers are located at another remote location, system redundancy, a choice of connectivity providers, and a “green” approach in our services. 

Contact us and learn how we ensure physical security in the data center and for our clients’ and partners’ equipment.

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