The need to protect sensitive information

In the digital age where it is increasingly easy for a departing worker to take valuable company data with them, it is imperative that workplaces don’t leave themselves vulnerable

The employment relationship does not always end amicably but for the most part, employers and employees are usually able to part company on civilised terms, if not friendly ones.

One exception, however, is where the employee sees an opportunity to make themselves a more attractive prospect for future employers and attempts to jump-start their new career by taking sensitive information with them.

In the digital age, there’s nothing simpler than emailing key documents ...