Am I missing Something?

I remember, when debit cards debuted on the scene, they were touted as heralding in the advent of a Cashless Society (why this was an objective, I could never understand…).  I was skeptical, even as an adolescent.

It’s never ceased to amuse me how vehemently the credit agencies, cloud storage companies, retailers, everyone who handles customer data, defends their security protocols.  “They are impenetrable!”, they declare!  Even as a very young adult, I was able to identify the greatest Volume of vulnerability was to be found in disgruntled employees, an “Inside Job”, as it were.

Additionally, and as has ALWAYS been true, we live in a world where there are day-to-day attacks on an individual and more specified basis.  Organized crime, or Inside Jobs are one thing, but one-on-one robbery and burglary are another Major vulnerability.  And the relatively recent wave of Credit Card Skimmers fall into that second category.

These are devices that are affixed or attached right over top the fuel pump, or ATM, or card reader slot.  Since the overwhelming (nay, complete and total) number of these devices are manufactured so as the entry slot where you insert the card protrudes out from the fuel pump or ATM, this makes affixing the tight-as-a-glove card skimmers possible–nay, SIMPLE.

built-in vulnerability.

My question, my proposal, is:

Were these machines ALL manufactured with a perfectly flush face, with a front that has nothing but a credit card sized slot, would it not make affixing a card skimmer to the device Much more difficult?  If there were no protrusion to affix and slip your identical mock-up over top, perhaps they would be more obvious.

As we sadly recognize the relentless wave of “big-city” crime inch and inch it’s way into our bucolic country living, I am reminded of my conclusion, some thirty plus years ago.  “Naahh.  I think I’ll pay inside.  CASH!”

Something to think about – Chris Cloud

Challenging Cultural Beliefs & Expanding Perspectives

THE WORLD is changing.  Thus, direction is key.  The burgeoning development presents opportunities for all.  Do you have all the pieces going in the right direction? Those with a sense of responsibility are dedicated to positive-growth and change.  Chris and Debbie understand specific needs and requirements, and as a team find the options out there for you to determine what is the best.

AS A COUPLE over the last five years, Chris and Debbie Cloud have developed a strong reputation as a “Dynamic Duo” capable of moving mountains to make things happen.  Both have come from family owned and operated businesses of Entrepreneurs, thus each understand business, contracts and what it takes to get the job done. 

Chris and his hands on mechanical engineer background, his off-grid experience, and yacht, estate and island management has provided a keen eye for properties, business and people. 

Debbie, with her personal/professional development, systems operational management and direct experience in complicated endeavors  brings her unique abilities to the table.  She has always run family businesses or worked for high-net-worth, individual owners of complicated ventures needing special attention to ensure success.

Together you as a client have a half of century of worldly experience and expertise with the dynamic ability to handle real life, the people involved and the final success.

THE CLOUD DIFFERENCE!

Chris & Debbie Cloud

Hello world! We are here…

Welcome to our new wild and crazy adventure!

We are shifting our focus on helping one owner on a long term projects down in the islands back to consulting different clients back here at home in Virginia, and remotely around the world.

Chris & I  can take our real world experience from across our country and around the world to share what we have learned  with those needing some direction on how to make their vision happen, improve the current functioning of the property,  off grid system, staff dynamics,  operations, location, business development, personal integrated health, and empowerment.  From one end to the other we have been through some real challenges and have real-life, hands-on solutions.

Key in all things is communication and working together as a team to make things happen.  We will be adding valuable information and options to “tune up” your own project, business or busy life!

Check back.  There will be more to come!

Chris & Debbie Cloud