Structured training sustainably improves employees' security awareness
In response to increasing cyber threats, HBC-radiomatic has systematically integrated security awareness into its training strategy. To achieve this, the company uses Security Awareness Training from G DATA CyberDefense, which is based on practical scenarios and a multi-level learning concept. Today, these trainings lead to greater awareness among employees and demonstrable improvements in security.
For HBC-radiomatic, a leading international provider of industrial radio control systems, IT security is a business-critical factor. Against this backdrop, the family-owned company from Baden-Württemberg decided to embed security awareness permanently and systematically within the organization. In its search for a suitable solution, HBC-radiomatic chose to collaborate with G DATA CyberDefense.
“The Security Awareness Training from G DATA has significantly increased security awareness within the company,” says Soenke Knipp, Head of IT at HBC-radiomatic.
“Security is no longer seen as solely an IT responsibility, but as a shared concern of all employees.” Thanks to the 3-level plan and targeted recertifications, the time required has noticeably decreased while the overall security level has increased.
The Bochum-based cyber defense provider was selected after a thorough comparison of various vendors. The company uses a 3-level plan with coordinated learning content closely aligned with real working environments. The content is based on realistic attack scenarios such as phishing or social engineering. In addition, the platform provides analytics on training progress, giving managers transparent insights into learning development. This approach has reduced organizational effort while increasing awareness of security-related topics.
Tangible feedback – internally and externallyFeedback from employees has been positive. More and more staff are reporting suspicious emails. The number of reports has increased significantly – a clear sign of growing awareness. Many also report benefiting from the training content in their private lives, for example in handling passwords, two-factor authentication, or online services. Customers have responded positively as well. During audits, HBC-radiomatic can clearly demonstrate that security training is conducted regularly and documented. This builds trust and strengthens the company’s position with partners and clients.
The benefits of G DATA Security Awareness Training
- Structured and well-designed 3-level plan
- Practical, realistic courses
- Simple recertification process
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About HBC-radiomaticHBC-radiomatic develops and manufactures, as a globally leading family-owned company, radio-controlled operating solutions for demanding industrial applications – ranging from construction machinery and port vehicles to mowing or firefighting robots – enabling safe, convenient, and efficient human-machine interaction.