Encryption is regarded as a best practice and, in some cases, a mandated method for protecting sensitive data. Encryption may be embedded as a native feature in applications, databases, devices, and storage systems. Strong encryption is vital. But equally important is implementing a system to create, manage, and safeguard encryption keys across the entire enterprise. Any security strategy that does not include a centralized encryption key management solution is putting sensitive data at risk. Key features to prioritize should include:
Reduce human error by automating complex encryption tasks
Protect critical assets from attack, reducing the cost of data breaches
Future-proof security with capacity for growing encryption use
Provide full auditing, logging, and reporting for regulation compliance