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lundi 16 février 2015

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By Katina Brady


Its never easy to manage all the information that comes in and out of the company at a daily basis. That is why big companies don't do this manually. Systems are developed to facilitate the smooth flow of monitoring including the log in details that every worker use when they access data for work.

Companies who want to limit the flow of business information within the premise and withing their employees use a system that allows every client to log in using their chosen username and password to access the needed information. Active Directory Password Reminder is among this system. This is primarily used to remind employees if their log in info is already close to expiring.

This system has one primary role. It reminds every individual as to the expiration date of their password and encourages them to change it before the due date ends. The staff in charge of handling this system programs it and inputs command detailing the frequency and the time when you will be receiving the reminders.

Since the staff is given the authority to issue commands, they can very well detail how often the messages should appear. They can also send it both the cell phones of the persons and to their company email address. Unless you change your password, the notifications will keep on coming up. Be mindful that when you reached the expiration and you still did not make any change, you may not be able to access important business documents.

Another efficient thing about using this system is you get to set up a separate reminder for those high ranking officials of the company. They could be reminded to change their log in more often than the employees under their command. The admin just needs to input the command.

Company heads understand the constant risk that is always posed by hackers all over the web. One carelessness on the part of the guys who maintains the company's data security and millions can be lost. Changing of passwords may sound like not a very good solution to address the issue of data theft but it can very well encourage everyone to be cautious.

Prior to the creation of this mechanism, it has been proven that passwords can easily be stolen if enough time is given. This is what company's are trying to avoid. And since verbal announcement of the need to change the details seemed not to be working, then a system has to be established to force it to the employees. And frankly, what is wrong with spending three minutes to change to a new one. If it can do a lot to secure your data, then its definitely worth it.

You cannot just underestimate what breach to company data can mean to you on a personal level. As part of the company, you have your own personal information recorded on its directory. Meaning, you are not exempted to the risk. The best way you can do to contribute to your personal and to the overall safety of the company is to adhere with the established rules and regulations.

Your personal data is your responsibility. Do not be passive about it. Apart from safety purposes, you also have the responsibility to abide by the rules set by the company.




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