--- title: Employees and data security at workplace description: Discover the key figures from a recent IFOP study for IDECSI and CESIN on French employees concerns about the security of their data at work. image: https://blog.idecsi.com/hubfs/Etude%20IFOP-IDECSI-CESIN%20%20S%C3%A9curit%C3%A9%20des%20donn%C3%A9es%20au%20travail.png --- [![Logo-Idecsi-Black-tagline](https://blog.idecsi.com/hs-fs/hubfs/LOGOS%20IDECSI/LOGOS%20OFFICIELS/Logo-Idecsi-Black-tagline.png?width=1010&height=319&name=Logo-Idecsi-Black-tagline.png)](https://www.idecsi.com/) - Solutions DETOX® pour M365 Audit, Remediation & ROI [Discover DETOX](https://info.idecsi.com/detox-m365?hsLang=en) ![Audit, Remediation & ROI](https://blog.idecsi.com/hubfs/ILLU-4.png) Solutions IDECSI gives security and IT teams full control over their data — across DSPM, Data Access Governance, Human Risk Management, and Data Volume Management. - [![download_done](https://blog.idecsi.com/hubfs/download_done.svg) M365 Data Security Platform](https://www.idecsi.com/solution/mydatasecurity/) - [![download_done](https://blog.idecsi.com/hubfs/download_done.svg) Data storage optimization](https://www.idecsi.com/solution/mydatamanagement/) - Challenges M365 Checklist 15 Warning Signs Your M365 Data Is at Risk [Get the checklist](https://info.idecsi.com/checklist-15-warningsigns?hsLang=en) ![Checklist risques M365](https://blog.idecsi.com/hubfs/Frame-2147255341.png) Your 2026 Challenges Address your most critical data security and governance challenges - across your M365 environment - [![download_done](https://blog.idecsi.com/hubfs/download_done.svg) Gain visibility accross M365](https://www.idecsi.com/challenges/visibility-microsoft-365) - [![download_done](https://blog.idecsi.com/hubfs/download_done.svg) Get Ready For Copilot M365](https://www.idecsi.com/challenges/m365-copilot/) - [![download_done](https://blog.idecsi.com/hubfs/download_done.svg) Control external user access](https://www.idecsi.com/challenges/external-access-microsoft-365/) - [![download_done](https://blog.idecsi.com/hubfs/download_done.svg) Prevent Sensitive Data Exposure](https://www.idecsi.com/challenges/sensitive-data-m365/) - [![download_done](https://blog.idecsi.com/hubfs/download_done.svg) Gain visibility across Microsoft 365](https://www.idecsi.com/challenges/visibility-microsoft-365/) - [![download_done](https://blog.idecsi.com/hubfs/download_done.svg) Ensure regulatory compliance](https://www.idecsi.com/challenges/compliance-m365/) - Resources Is Your Tenant Ready for Copilot? 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The vigilance of employees of large companies in digital matters is increasing: in a trend that is both strong and consistent, we observe that employees are very concerned about the security of their professional data and the future consequences of artificial intelligence (AI). A concern that is all the more acute as employees are far from fully mastering the tools made available to them and, for some, even engage in “risky practices”.   ## **Challenges related to the use of digital tools** **31% of employees avoid using certain tools provided by their company**, which can impact productivity and technology adoption. Distrust of digital tools can also lead to reduced collaboration and effectiveness within teams. This situation is worrying because the mobilisation of employees is essential to improve cybersecurity. Businesses must act quickly to protect sensitive information. Studies show that poorly defined security policies can contribute to a climate of mistrust, where employees feel constrained rather than empowered in their use of digital tools. Moreover, 72% believe that less restrictive security tools would encourage the adoption of digital technologies. ## **Towards an enhanced cybersecurity culture** Despite these challenges, awareness of the importance of data security appears to be well established among employees. **An overwhelming majority (91%) believe that all employees should be involved in the overall data security strategy**. 91% also believe that individual security management helps limit the risks of hacking, and 90% say that data security relies on each person having control over their digital environment. Cybersecurity issues are now seen as being as crucial as other societal issues such as sustainable development, with 89% of employees sharing this view.   > *"It is abnormal that even today, employees say they are worried about the security of their data. Some even go as far as not using digital tools provided by the company. This is a problematic situation for companies that are in the midst of digital acceleration and AI deployment.  There is a decisive lever to work on here to increase confidence and the quality of work*"** ### ![CEO Daniel Benabou](https://blog.idecsi.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Daniel%20copie.png?width=105&height=105&name=Daniel%20copie.png)Testimony of Daniel Benabou –                      CEO IDECSI   \*Large survey conducted in May 2024 (**an initial IFOP study was carried out in 2019**) among a representative sample of employees of companies with 1,000 employees or more working in France for IDECSI and CESIN. ![Logo CESIN](https://blog.idecsi.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Logo%20CESIN.gif?width=155&height=55&name=Logo%20CESIN.gif) CESIN is an association that promotes cybersecurity and the sharing of best practices, bringing together more than 1,000 members from various sectors.   They talk about it [![Logo-CIO](https://blog.idecsi.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Logo-CIO-Color.webp?width=160&height=85&name=Logo-CIO-Color.webp)](https://www.cio-online.com/actualites/lire-securite-des-salaries-concernes-mais-negligents-15885.html)   [![logo Global Security Mag](https://blog.idecsi.com/hs-fs/hubfs/logo.png?width=234&height=85&name=logo.png)](https://www.globalsecuritymag.fr/securite-des-donnees-au-travail-51-des-salaries-inquiets-pour-leurs-donnees-et.html)   [![Co marketing Logo](https://blog.idecsi.com/hs-fs/hubfs/comk@2x.png?width=205&height=67&name=comk@2x.png)](https://comarketing-news.fr/securite-des-donnees-et-ia-inquietent-de-plus-en-plus-les-salaries-francais/) [![Decideo logo](https://blog.idecsi.com/hs-fs/hubfs/u2caJpZV_400x400.jpeg?width=189&height=189&name=u2caJpZV_400x400.jpeg)](https://www.decideo.fr/Securite-des-donnees-au-travail-51-des-salaries-inquiets-pour-leurs-donnees-et-l-essor-de-l-IA-inquiete-56-d-entre-eux_a13915.html)      [![LeMondeInformatique logo](https://blog.idecsi.com/hs-fs/hubfs/LeMondeInformatique%20logo.png?width=405&height=81&name=LeMondeInformatique%20logo.png)](https://www.lemondeinformatique.fr/actualites/lire-genai-les-salaries-jouent-avec-le-feu-94828.html)         Recent articles [Microsoft 365 Copilot Architecture: Technical Deep Dive (2026)](https://blog.idecsi.com/microsoft-365-copilot-architecture?hsLang=en) [Securing AI Agents in Microsoft 365: Best Practices for 2026](https://blog.idecsi.com/securing-ai-agents-microsoft-365?hsLang=en) [Data Exposure in Microsoft 365: Understanding the Risks and Taking Back Control](https://blog.idecsi.com/microsoft-365-data-exposure?hsLang=en) [Copilot Cowork in Microsoft 365: What CIOs Need to Know](https://blog.idecsi.com/copilot-cowork-microsoft-365?hsLang=en) Best practices to improve Microsoft Teams security [![Download the infographic ](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/4272098/825ad7d1-e961-4a7a-a6b3-6e380b22285f.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/4272098/825ad7d1-e961-4a7a-a6b3-6e380b22285f) Share this article Subscribe to our newsletter and receive new contents every month Our articles These articles may interest you ![](https://4272098.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/4272098/image%20%2858%29.png) Microsoft 365 Security Securing AI Agents in Microsoft 365: Best Practices for 2026 [Lire l'article](https://blog.idecsi.com/securing-ai-agents-microsoft-365?hsLang=en) ![](https://4272098.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/4272098/Exposition%20des%20donn%C3%A9es%20dans%20Microsoft%20365%20_%20risques%20et%20controle%202.png) Security Data Exposure in Microsoft 365: Understanding the Risks and Taking Back Control [Lire l'article](https://blog.idecsi.com/microsoft-365-data-exposure?hsLang=en) ![](https://4272098.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/4272098/Architecture%20Copilot%20M365%20_%20Fonctionnement%20Technique%20&%20Flux%20de%20Donn%C3%A9es%20%282026%29%201.png) Security Copilot Cowork in Microsoft 365: What CIOs Need to Know [Lire l'article](https://blog.idecsi.com/copilot-cowork-microsoft-365?hsLang=en) ![OneDrive Security: 3 pain points to manage data ](https://4272098.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/4272098/Illus-Blog-Onedrive-2%201.png) Microsoft 365 Security OneDrive for Business Security: 3 Key Areas to Watch [Lire l'article](https://blog.idecsi.com/en/onedrive-for-business-security-best-practices?hsLang=en) ### Data protection, let's discuss your project? 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