Peer-to-peer file sharing enables people to share not only company confidential documents but also pirated software or illegally copied media files - all of which provide the company with legal issues and, in some cases, companies have been held responsible, to the tune of millions of pounds, for an employee's actions. What is perhaps even more shocking is that most of the emerging new Internet-related threats do not require any intent or malice on behalf of the employee - most damage is done without them even being aware of what has happened.


It's the responsibility of software houses such as ours to provide the most robust and flexible EIM solution available, one that can effectively protect the entire relationship between employee and the company's IT resources. Control has to go beyond the traditional 'gateway' and on to both the network and desktop level.

In summary, Internet access and its associated applications remain an essential business tool. New technological advances continue to lead us into new ways of working - look at the freedom it has already given us in terms of flexible working. EIM must continue to evolve alongside these developments to ensure that it provides companies and organisations with the right levels of protection and support. It is an exciting time, and an exciting market, and I look forward to seeing what tomorrow brings.