Package fraud is on the rise: 5 best practices for (cyber)secure package management at the office
With the holiday season approaching, millions of packages are shipped, delivered, and returned every day. Increasingly, these deliveries take place at the office. However, traditional package management at the reception desk is not always secure and often poses cyber risks.
Follow these 5 best practices to ensure (cyber)secure package management in your workplace:
1. Choose a safe delivery location
If you’re having a package delivered to the office, check whether a secure area or package locker, like a Bringme Box, is available. This prevents packages from being left unattended and the misuse of information on package labels.
2. Report lost and found packages immediately
Spot a package at the office without a label or clear identifying details? Hand it over to the reception desk or IT department right away. It could contain a device intended to gather sensitive information.
3. A cybersecure access control policy protects your packages
Is your office or reception area too easily accessible? This not only violates (cyber)security guidelines but also poses risks for package management. The more people who can enter your workplace, the greater the potential impact of security breaches.
4. Remove and destroy labels before disposing of packages
Don’t turn your trash can into a goldmine for cybercriminals. Always remove and destroy shipping labels with personal information before discarding packages. This prevents criminals from accessing sensitive data.
5. Received a notification about your package? Don’t click blindly on links or QR codes
Did you know that 11% of people click on fraudulent links in phishing emails? Be cautious with package updates received via email or text. Always use the official tracking number and access the courier’s website or app directly.
Security should never come at the cost of convenience. Employees often prefer having packages delivered to the office, but this convenience comes with risks. Cybersecure access control, designated secure areas or package lockers, and employee awareness are essential for safe package management.
