Expert says security monitoring is growing concern
(Dec. 5, 2001)--In the wake of the Sept. 11 tragedies, one area that has seen a stronger emphasis in the business world is network security, specifically background checks and access control to restricted areas.
One man very familiar with the issue is David Kuykendall, president and CEO of Novus Technology, a local business that provides companies with security hardware and software to limit access control.
Kuykendall spoke to College of Science professor Jim Gallas' inventions class about technology the field of technology and what it may offer in the future.
Kuykendall says as companies get larger and expand into different cities, the monitoring of security becomes a bigger concern, especially when employees have access to secure areas.
"The problem is not enrolling employees into restricted areas, it's
de-enrolling them when they are no longer with a company and their access
privileges are terminated," said Kuykendall.
Kuykendall's advice for students planning to start their own businesses was
to hire sales and marketing personnel who can bring their work experiences
into the company and provide knowledge in other areas that a technology person
may not be experienced in.
According to Kuykendall, "You can have the greatest idea in the world, but until somebody buys it... you're wasting your time."
Kuykendall also recommended that a start-up company owner find a legal adviser as an investor because the legal expenses incurred by a successful company will far outweigh the cost of investing stock in the company. He also encourages the creation of an executive board, comprised of older members who have experienced the changing cycles in the technology world and can offer advice on how to maintain course and stay ahead in one of the fastest growing industries.
Kuykendall is one of several speakers that have provided insight to the science students that have enrolled in the first invention class Gallas has taught at the university.
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