How to monitor the company’s online behavior? Share six online behavior monitoring software, check it out

“Xiao Li, why hasn’t this quarter’s customer follow-up report been released? ”

In the office, Mr. Wang looked at Xiao Li, the sales backbone who was "writing furiously" at his workstation, and he murmured in his heart. From nine o'clock in the morning to now, Xiao Li's keyboard has not stopped, but he always seems to be busy with some "important things" and has very few deliverables.

Mr. Wang’s confusion is a common portrayal of countless business managers today. In the era of digital office, computers and networks are the "sharp swords" in the hands of employees, which can overcome obstacles and create extraordinary results. ； It may also become a hotbed for "fishing" or even become a "backdoor" for data leakage. How to ensure that the sword is used on the edge? It is imperative to scientifically and compliantly manage employees’ online behavior.

Why do you need to monitor employees’ online behavior?

Many managers believe that monitoring employees appears to be a sign of distrust. However, effective behavioral management is not for surveillance, but to protect the core interests of the enterprise, which is mainly reflected in the following aspects:

Improve work efficiency : By analyzing employees’ time allocation and understanding how long they spend on various websites and software, you can effectively discover “fishing” behaviors and reduce unnecessary waste of time.

Keep data safe : Preventing employees from leaking the company's core data through email, social software, network disks, USB disks and other channels is the lifeline of corporate survival.

Avoid legal risks : Employees visiting illegal websites and posting inappropriate remarks may bring legal disputes to the company. Standardizing online behavior can eliminate such risks from the source.

Optimize IT resources : Limiting high data consumption behaviors such as P2P downloads and online videos can ensure the smooth flow of the company's network and ensure the network needs of core business.

Sharing of six practical online behavior monitoring software

There are a wide variety of monitoring software on the market with different functions. Here we have selected six mainstream software to help you make a better choice.

1. Insight Eye MIT System

This is an extremely comprehensive enterprise-level security management system. It is not only an online behavior monitoring tool, but also a comprehensive Data leakage prevention, employee behavior analysis, IT asset management reason Integrated comprehensive platform. This system provides a powerful solution for businesses that have strong requirements for data security.

Function:

Website access control : You can set up a black and white list of URLs, prohibit or only allow employees to access designated websites, and record all website access history in detail, including access time, duration, etc.

Network traffic monitoring : View the upload and download speed of each computer in real time, and limit employees who occupy a large amount of bandwidth to ensure the overall smoothness of the company's network.

Instant messaging audit : Can audit the conversation content of mainstream chat tools to prevent leaks or non-work-related information from being transmitted through chat.

Email monitoring : Back up and monitor emails sent and received through Outlook, Foxmail and other clients to prevent important company information from being leaked through emails.

2. Fortinet FortiGate

Fortinet is a world-renowned provider of network security solutions. Its core product, FortiGate next-generation firewall (NGFW), provides powerful online behavior management functions. It focuses more on unified control at network exits.

Function:

application control : It has a huge application feature library and can accurately identify and control thousands of applications, such as prohibiting access to social, video, and game applications.

Web filtering : By classifying the URL database, you can easily block malware, phishing websites, and website categories unrelated to work (such as gambling, entertainment, etc.).

bandwidth policy : Refined bandwidth guarantee and restriction policies can be set based on users, IPs, applications, etc. to ensure network resources for core services.

Security Threat Protection : When employees are surfing the Internet, threats such as viruses and network attacks can be detected and blocked in real time to protect terminal and network security.

3. Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA)

It is a leader in the field of cloud security. It provides a new, cloud-based Internet behavior management model that does not require the deployment of hardware devices within the enterprise. It is especially suitable for enterprises with many branches or a large number of remote employees.

Function:

Cloud URL filtering : All employees’ Internet requests go through the software’s cloud security platform, which can filter inappropriate websites in real time based on policies, and policy updates take effect immediately.

Cloud Application Management and Control (CASB) : Visualize and control SaaS applications (such as Office 365, Salesforce) used by employees to prevent data leakage through cloud applications.

Full traffic SSL detection : Able to decrypt and inspect all encrypted network traffic, making threats and breaches hidden in HTTPS undetectable.

DNS security : Block access to malicious domain names at the DNS resolution level and cut off threats from the source.

4. Forcepoint ONE

Forcepoint ONE is an integrated "data first" security platform that closely combines online behavior monitoring with data leakage prevention (DLP). The core idea is to securely manage employees' online behavior while protecting data.

Function:

Unified policy management : Whether accessing ordinary websites or cloud applications, they can be managed through unified policies, simplifying the configuration work of IT personnel.

Intelligent behavior analysis : By analyzing user behavior and identifying high-risk operations, such as an employee downloading a large number of files in a short period of time or visiting multiple infrequently visited websites, the system will determine it as abnormal.

Internet proxy (SWG) : Acts as a secure web gateway, forcing all web traffic to pass its inspection, enforcing access control and threat protection policies.

Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) : Provide remote employees with a more secure access method than traditional VPN, authorize based on user identity and device status, and each access request is strictly verified.

5. ManageEngine Browser Security Plus

This is a tool that focuses on browser security management. It starts from the browser, the entrance to online behavior, and carries out refined management and control.

Function:

Browser routing : You can set a specific website to be opened with a specified browser, such as forcing the use of IE mode with good compatibility to open the old OA system.

Extension plug-in management : Unified management of plug-ins installed on employees’ browsers, prohibiting the installation of unknown extensions that may bring security risks or affect efficiency.

Browser isolation : Put the user's web browsing behavior in a safe "sandbox" for execution. Even if a malicious website is visited, the local computer will not be infected.

Compliance policy : Ensure that all employees’ browser settings (such as password saving policies, data synchronization, etc.) comply with company security regulations.

6. iMonitor EAM (Employee Activity Monitor)

It is an employee computer activity monitoring software with direct functions and easy deployment. It takes terminal monitoring as the core and provides comprehensive behavior recording and analysis functions.

Function:

Websites and search history : Detailed records of every website visited by employees and keywords entered into search engines.

Application usage tracking : Record the time employees spend on various applications to help managers analyze work efficiency.

Web content keyword alert : When employees browse web content or publish forum posts that contain preset sensitive keywords, the system will automatically send alerts to managers.

Live desktop and remote control : You can view employees’ computer desktops in real time and perform remote assistance or operations when necessary.

Conclusion

Choosing appropriate online behavior monitoring software is an important part of the refined management of modern enterprises. It is not only a tool to improve efficiency, but also a solid shield to protect the company's core assets and avoid operational risks. On the basis of trusting employees, supplemented by scientific and compliant technical means for management, only enterprises can make steady progress in this wave of digitalization. I hope the above sharing can provide you with valuable reference on the path you choose.