Odyssey sponsored the Cybersecurity stage with the theme “Prevention is Better than the Cure” at the 3rd CITEA Digital Cyprus 2024, held on June 20th at the Hilton Nicosia, Cyprus.

Focused on advancing digital transformation within Cypriot organizations, the Digital Cyprus Conference 2024 was designed for C-level executives and decision-makers across various sectors. The conference aimed to explore and implement new technologies and strategies to drive innovation.

In this context, Andreas Constantinides, Managed Services Director at Odyssey, delivered a keynote speech titled “Act Now, Secure Tomorrow: Achieve Peace of Mind.” His presentation emphasized the critical importance for businesses to mitigate cyber threats and highlighted how Managed Services act as a remote extension of their teams for infrastructure and security, enhancing efficiency and resilience. He also stressed the significance of understanding what has happened in the past and what is likely to happen in the near future is crucial to proactively identify vulnerabilities and configuration weaknesses.

Additionally, the conference featured an interactive dialogue moderated by Irene Selia, Head of Global Development, focusing on the vital role of Managed Services in cybersecurity. In a real-time conversation, she engaged with the participants, including experts and stakeholders, sharing insights and opinions related to managing, maintaining, and securing their organization’s digital assets.

This discussion underscored the crucial importance of prevention over reaction in safeguarding digital assets and maintaining operational continuity amidst evolving cyber threats. Additionally, it highlighted the significance of 24/7 monitoring and rapid threat containment once anomalies or cyber threats are detected.