Manufacturing is now the most targeted industry for cyberattacks, surpassing financial services and healthcare. Your SAP Business One system contains your most sensitive business data — financial records, customer information, production IP, and employee data. Protecting it requires a comprehensive security strategy that addresses people, processes, and technology.
SAP Business One Security Architecture
User Access and Authorization
SAP Business One's authorization model provides granular control over what each user can see and do. Proper configuration is your first line of defense.
Data Protection
Encryption
- Data at rest: Enable HANA database encryption or SQL Server Transparent Data Encryption
- Data in transit: Enforce TLS 1.2+ for all client-server communication
- Backup encryption: Encrypt all database backups with strong keys stored separately
- Field-level encryption: Encrypt sensitive fields like Social Security numbers and bank accounts
Data Loss Prevention
Export Controls
Restrict data export capabilities to authorized roles. Limit CSV and Excel exports of sensitive data.
Print Controls
Audit and control document printing, especially for financial reports and customer data.
Backup Security
Encrypt backups, test restores regularly, and store off-site copies in a secure location.
Compliance Requirements
Incident Response Planning
Every manufacturer running SAP Business One needs a documented incident response plan that is tested regularly.
Security Audit Checklist
Security Assessment from Synesis
Synesis International offers comprehensive SAP Business One security assessments for manufacturers. Our team evaluates your current security posture, identifies vulnerabilities, and provides a prioritized remediation roadmap to protect your business data and maintain regulatory compliance.
