Article originally published by Evaluation Centre / Conspectus, Summer 2008
Steve Nimmons warns of the hidden threat to corporate privacy and reputation lurking within Web 2.0.
The Historical Problem
I recall (approximately eight years ago) reading an interesting poster on social engineering at a well-known electronics company in California. This wall-chart communicated sensible advice for dealing with unsolicited phone calls, ‘chance’ conversations and the importance of discretion when discussing corporate matters on planes, trains and automobiles.
Topics such as tail gating, the ‘risk of gallantry’, the social and psychological tricks used by experienced practitioners to project ‘belonging’, the need for discretion and vigilance in public spaces and of course ‘clear desk policies’ were explained in concise, relevant and accessible language. ..Continue reading..
