When was the last time you assessed how much fraud could be costing your business?

Many small and mid-sized businesses assume that fraud is a “big business” problem — something only large corporations with security teams need to worry about. But that assumption could cost you dearly.

The reality is: cyber fraud is rising across all business sizes, and SMBs are often the most vulnerable. Why? Because smaller organizations typically lack the advanced cybersecurity protections, staff training, or IT infrastructure that enterprise companies have in place.

Identity Fraud: The Silent Business Killer

One of the fastest-growing threats we see today is identity fraud — where cybercriminals impersonate trusted employees, vendors, or clients to:

✅ Trick you into wiring money
✅ Steal sensitive data
✅ Access cloud platforms or financial tools

For example, a scammer may send a fake email that looks like it’s from your finance manager, requesting a rush payment to a vendor. Or they may use stolen credentials to gain access to your internal systems.

The Entry Point? Stolen Credentials

Nearly every successful cyber fraud attempt begins with compromised usernames and passwords — something many businesses still overlook.

And thanks to modern AI-powered tools, scammers are now crafting emails, voicemails, and even deepfake videos that appear shockingly real. That means your employees may trust a fraudulent message without hesitation.

Did you know?
🛑 Over 69% of businesses report a rise in fraud attempts over the past 12 months.

Good News: Smart Tech Can Protect You

Many businesses are already fighting back — and winning. Tools like:

🔐 Biometric logins (e.g., face ID, fingerprint access)
📱 Device recognition to flag suspicious access
🤖 AI-based fraud detection to spot abnormal behavior patterns

These tools are helping companies reduce fraud costs and build stronger defenses.

Even if you’re not ready for full enterprise-grade security, small steps can make a big impact. Start with a quick security audit:

  • Are your team’s passwords unique and randomly generated?
  • Is multi-factor authentication (MFA) turned on for every critical system?
  • Do your employees know how to spot a phishing attempt?

At Custom Technologies, Inc., we help Metro Atlanta businesses like yours implement practical, people-friendly security solutions that work — without getting in the way of productivity.

Ready to take a proactive approach to fraud prevention?

We’ll help you evaluate your current setup and recommend the right solutions for your team and your budget.

📞 Contact us today
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