As with all technology, whether it's due to performance issues, security vulnerabilities or outdated hardware, AV systems have a lifecycle that inevitably comes to an end. But before you wave goodbye to your old equipment, there's an important question to ask: How are you going to ensure your systems are securely disposed of?
When it comes to AV systems security, hearing the phrase "set it and forget it" should raise eyebrows, and rightly so. We all love the idea of plugging in new equipment, sitting back and letting it do its thing. But there’s a catch. The AV technology landscape - much like everything else in IT - evolves quickly. Today’s cutting-edge system is tomorrow’s vulnerability. That’s why we need to talk about the concept of keeping AV systems evergreen (a fancy way of saying "let’s keep everything up to date so we don’t get hacked!")
Let me set the scene. Two companies are rolling out their new AV systems. Company A has meticulously prepared network diagrams, security documentation, and architecture reviews. Company B, on the other hand, chose to make things up as they went along. Guess which company is scrambling to fix security breaches, and which one isn’t?
Back in 2017, a North American casino was subject to a successful cyberattack. The thieves got what they were after, but instead of George Clooney, Brad Pitt and Julia Roberts working in a stylish, classy and well-orchestrated manner, there was a different kind of crew at work here…
