It is frighteningly common for an e-mail to arrive in my in-box saying, "Mike, those were great recommendations for us to improve our network by installing a firewall device, and I know it has been 12 months since you suggested it, and we are thinking of turning on the firewall soon now. We really are going to this time!"

Too many IT professionals are so sure the network is vulnerable, and so sure the network needs to be protected right away, that they are going to protect the network "first thing tomorrow" after they finish finishing the tasks they "have to do" today first. Then of course when "tomorrow" rolls around, there are new emergencies on the front burner, and the network security once again gets pushed back to "first thing tomorrow." This is a risky choice.

CEO's and other executives: check with your IT professionals / consultant and review the list of recommendations to be sure they've implemented at least the "most urgent" items. If there are any problems with the implementation of the recommendations then please one of you call or send me an e-mail today.

IT Experts: If you are running into snags in applying security to your network, let's find a way around them. If the problem is caused by having a tight budget, there are often ways around even that problem too.

The ultimate mission is "protect the computers" of the world against attacks.

About the Author:
Mike Foster is a coach, seminar leader, workshop presenter, and keynote speaker. Having delivered more than 1,000 presentations and training sessions in the United States and internationally, Mike has mastered the art of explaining the most technical topics in a common sense way that people enjoy. For more information about Foster's programs and coaching, and to buy his book "Relationship Secrets Every Brain, Nerd & Tech Geek Can Use - How 5 Easy To Learn Relationship Skills Can Super-Charge Your Career!" call 800-657-7107 or visit www.fosterinstitute.com.

* * *

Mike Foster has delivered more than 1,000 presentations and training sessions in 43 of the 50 United States plus Canada, Australia, England, Scotland, New Zealand, and South Africa. From a roster of 450 trainers, he was voted the Number 1 Technology Speaker, three different years by a major international training organization.

Mike explains the most technical, in a common sense way that your people enjoy. Because Mike's delivery is down-to-earth, the technical is easy to understand. As a past CEO of a computer company for 12 years, MIKE FOSTER speaks from experience. Mike knows how to explain the latest technology in ways that people remember.

© Copyright MMVII Foster Institute.com