Beyond Strong Passwords:
The Next Step for Business Security
In our guide to strong passwords and authentication, we explained why secure credentials and multi-factor authentication (MFA) are essential. But the reality is simple: passwords alone are no longer enough. A single stolen login can be all it takes to disrupt an entire business.
The Case for Duo
Here at 5C we utilise Duo’s access management solution.
Duo goes beyond basic MFA by making secure access simple for users and manageable for IT teams. It enables businesses to:
Verify every user, every time – adding strong authentication without frustrating staff.
Protect every device – ensuring laptops, mobiles, and tablets meet security standards before they connect.
Enable passwordless login – moving toward a future without static passwords, using biometrics or security keys instead.
Adopt zero-trust principles – granting access only when the user and device can be trusted.
Why Businesses Should Care
Many organisations have MFA in place, but it’s often inconsistent or poorly adopted. Duo helps close those gaps, giving businesses a single, scalable solution that supports everything from remote working to cloud applications, without creating more friction for employees.
Getting Started
For now, strong passwords and MFA remain essential. But planning ahead for passwordless is the smart move, and Duo makes that transition achievable. By combining user education, secure access controls, and modern authentication, businesses can dramatically reduce the risk of breaches.
From Passwords to Passwordless with Duo
Cybersecurity is moving fast. With Duo, businesses can protect today while preparing for tomorrow.
Duo is a security feature, which protects against breaches by providing multiple layers of defence.
The two Duo editions we offer are: Essentials & Advantage.
Get in touch with our team to learn how to keep data safe, staff productive, and attackers out.
