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S&T: Convergent Networks and Security Main Topics of 2007

Importance of technology-neutral consultation and professional conversion

The key security element in every company is their own network. Most companies have partially, or fully, automated specific business processes through the use of IT systems. As the core area of such IT infrastructures, company networks are the most critical and security-sensitive competitive factors. In addition, there is a growing preference for convergent networks. Security aspects should play a significant role in the planning and conversion of company networks. Achieving secure company networks is part of the wide range of services provided by S&T. The Group has both the required competence and many years of experience. Rosner: 'Security risks for company networks are on the increase – external, but also internal. Ultimately, two-thirds of all security-related incidents can be traced back to inadequate internal security measures. As a consequence, our clients rely on our external expertise when setting up and securing complex networks.'

S&T's 'Holistic' Approach to IT Security
Successful solutions for information security and compliance require a holistic, comprehensive perspective of the entire process. This means that security-oriented companies should have 4 C policies in place: continuity, confidentiality, consistency and compliance. This is in addition to the awareness that IT security is more of a management task than a technological challenge. Desired staff conduct, necessary company processes, and finally suitable technology, can all be found in a company's security policies. After this initial process, S&T will convert the numerous IT security projects in close cooperation with the client. 'Experience shows that security systems in most companies are often patchwork solutions. They fail to take into account the company as a whole and are therefore unable to provide optimal security,' says Christian Rosner, CEO of S&T AG.

Technology-Neutral Consultation
S&T offers its clients technology-neutral, manufacturer-independent consultation and will implement the most suitable design in line with specific client requirements. S&T provides international solutions for multinational clients. Rosner: 'In order to further develop our IT security services, we have just created two new positions at our head office and hired a seasoned expert in Josef Villa. Together with the specialists in our international branches, we proactively continue to develop the market, constantly exploring new initiatives and working together with our clients.'

Focus on Financial Services Branch
The demand for security solutions is huge in Central and Eastern Europe, as well as that for development. The study 'The Global State of Information Security 2006', published by CIO, CSO and PricewaterhouseCoopers in September 2006, shows that currently only 43% of medium-sized and 61% of large companies employ a comprehensive security strategy. 7,791 leading companies across 50 countries took part in the study. The highest development of security occurs in the financial services branch. The use and processing of sensitive data, as well as legal requirements, lead to a close entwinement of business and security strategies in this area. 'Our clients already include numerous banks and insurance companies in several countries. This is one of the reasons why we have such a strong focus on security services for this particular branch,' explains Rosner.