EP 237 | Cyber Security for Interior Design Firms with Boris Rapoport

Is your interior design business protected against cyber attacks and online scams?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Boris Rapoport to discuss the growing importance of cyber security for interior design firms and small businesses.

From ransomware attacks to phishing scams and compromised systems, creative businesses are increasingly vulnerable to online threats. This conversation explores practical steps designers can take to better protect their business data, financial information, and daily operations.

If you rely on technology to run your business—and every designer does—this episode is essential listening.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• The growing risks of cyber crime and online scams for businesses
• Practical cyber security tools every design firm should consider
• Why business-grade anti-virus software matters
• How URL filtering helps prevent malicious website attacks
• Why proactive digital security protects your business and reputation
• How stronger systems reduce the risk of costly disruptions

DESIGN INTERVENTION

Failing to plan, is planning to fail.

TAKE AWAYS

Small Businesses Bearing Brunt of Ransomware Attacks, Senate Told

To protect yourself, it’s a good idea to purchase:

1. Business grade anti-virus software such as Bid Defender, Web Route Secure Anywhere, Trend Micro.
2. A URL filter, such as Sisco Umbrella
3. An advanced threat protection tool for email such as Mindcast or Proofpoint

About Boris Rapoport

Boris Rapoport worked for over 20 years helping architectural, design and engineering firms make their business more efficient and profitable with the use of technology. For the past four years he’s been running ArchIT, an IT services firm dedicated to helping architects realize technology as a competitive advantage for their firms. He is the other half of the “Design Under Influence” podcast crew.

www.getarchit.com