WINDOR Industrial Park Event Recap

• The WINDOR Industrial Park event was a big success, bringing local businesses together to discuss IT security.
• We gave a presentation on cybersecurity, focusing on employee security awareness training, penetration testing, and using OSINT for better security.
• WINDOR helps support the local economy and encourages collaboration among businesses.
• Key points: train employees, conduct regular security tests, and use OSINT to strengthen security.
• ByteSnipers is available for keynotes, training, and ongoing support.

The first WINDOR Industrial Park Discussion in Lembeck/Rhade was a major success.

Local companies gathered to discuss new ideas and IT security.

We were invited by ByteSnipers to give a presentation on cybersecurity and share our expertise.

What Is Wirtschaftsförderung Dorsten?

Wirtschaftsförderung in Dorsten GmbH (WINDOR) is the main point of contact for companies and business owners in Dorsten.

WINDOR is a city organization that aims to grow and improve the local economy.

The main responsibilities of WINDOR include:

• Helping to secure and create jobs in Dorsten
• Creating favorable conditions for business success
• Providing advice and support to business owners, investors, citizens, and other stakeholders

WINDOR offers free advice for business owners and partners with Gründerwoche Deutschland to support new businesses in the region.

WINDOR also helps local businesses at every stage—from starting up to growth and planning for the future.

By hosting events like the Industrial Park Discussion, WINDOR fosters collaboration between companies, institutions, and the city of Dorsten.

Event Details

The event was held at Elvermann GmbH. Markus Funk, the Managing Director of WINDOR, welcomed everyone.

Then, Klaus Elvermann shared insights about the exciting innovations his company is working on in artificial intelligence and Industry 4.0.

Our Presentation: Combating Cybersecurity Threats

In our presentation, we highlighted the rise in cybercrime.

Recent statistics indicate that by 2023, cybercriminals may steal approximately 33 billion records.

On average, it takes companies about 196 days to discover a data breach.

To protect against these threats, we recommend three key actions:

• Employee Training
• Penetration Testing
• Open Source Intelligence (OSINT)

Why Is Security Awareness Training Important for Cybersecurity?

Ongoing training helps employees understand security threats better, making cyberattacks less likely to succeed.

Well-trained employees can identify threats early and respond appropriately.

Training also reduces mistakes, lowers costs, improves productivity, and ensures the company complies with data protection regulations.

Benefits of Penetration Testing for Small Businesses

Regular penetration testing by external experts identifies weaknesses in the IT system before hackers can exploit them.

This allows companies to address vulnerabilities early.

For small businesses, we recommend conducting at least two penetration tests each year.

Penetration testing is more cost-effective than hiring a full-time security expert and helps build trust with customers and partners.

How Can OSINT Help Improve IT Security?

Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) helps companies identify potential security risks by monitoring publicly available information.

It can reveal issues such as leaked passwords, open ports, or outdated software, allowing businesses to address these problems quickly.

OSINT can also be outsourced to third-party providers at a relatively low cost.

How to Improve IT Security on a Budget

Companies with limited resources can focus on the most critical security steps: employee training, regular vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing by external experts.

OSINT can also be outsourced affordably. Conducting just two penetration tests per year can significantly enhance security.

Your IT Security Is Our Focus

Do you have questions about our presentation or want to learn more about our cybersecurity services?

Feel free to contact us—we are happy to assist with penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, OSINT, and security training.

Conclusion

The WINDOR Industrial Park Discussion demonstrated the importance of local businesses collaborating on topics like innovation and IT security.

We sincerely thank WINDOR for organizing this event and look forward to more opportunities in the future.

If you want to learn more about this event, check out the original blog post from WINDOR.

Interested in booking us for a presentation at your event? Check our availability here.